Life Inside GovTech
Curious about what happens inside GovTech? In this video series, we share behind the scenes stories of our GovTechies, their passions and work.
Last updated 18 November 2025
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Go behind the scenes with us as our GovTechies share how we build the tech that powers your everyday lives, engineer a digital government and foster a great place to work! Here are some highlights:
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Ep 1: GovTechies giving back to the community
In the spirit of giving, Melissa and a group of GovTechies partnered with Hao Ren Hao Shi, a non-profit organisation, to distribute essential goods to families in Jurong over the Lunar New Year.
Through our contributions of supplies and lending of helping hands, this meaningful weekend event has brought heartwarming smiles to our faces and the beneficiaries.
Thank you to GovTechies who took time out over the weekend to pay it forward! Let's continue to create a positive impact in our communities.
Ep 2: Celebrating Lunar New Year
Lunar New Year is more than just good food and ang baos, it’s also a time to welcome new opportunities and strengthen bonds with those around us!
From lou hei to exchanging auspicious greetings, hear how GovTechies welcomed the year of the snake.
Ep 3: Government Digital Transformation Learning Day
Did you know that some of our GovTechies are deployed to other government agencies to build and uplift their tech capabilities?
Follow our intern, Ging Yi, to the Government Digital Transformation Learning Day as she explores various innovations designed to empower citizens, businesses, and public agencies.
From AI-powered solutions to digital services that shape our daily lives, she got a glimpse of how GovTechies are building digital solutions that drive real impact.
Ep 4: Day in a life of a tech intern
Ever wondered what it’s like to be an intern at GovTech? Join GovTech Intern, Zanne, as she gives you a glimpse into her day!
From contributing to impactful projects to collaborating with diverse teams, every moment is a chance to grow, learn, and make a real difference.
Ep 5: Getting innovative through {build} hackathon
At GovTech, we aim to foster a culture of innovation, and one of the exciting ways is through {build}, the inaugural run of a month-long hackathon and incubation programme. Here, participants can propose and tackle real-world problems and build the next generation of GovTech products that improve the lives of citizens, businesses and public officers.
Follow Jeremy from the organising team as he brings us through the hackathon and what went on behind the scenes!
Ep 6: Celebrating International Women in Tech Day with the Women in GovTech
At GovTech, we are committed to supporting young professional women in government technology roles, and one way we do that is through the Women in GovTech mini conference.
Back for its second year, the mini conference aims to celebrate women’s achievements in tech, empower the community to advance their careers and share inspiring stories.
Join Eileen, an ExCo member of the Women in GovTech Employee Resource Group (WIG ERG), as she takes us behind the scenes!
Ep 7: Celebrating Hari Raya
After a month of fasting, reflection and patience during Ramadan, Hari Raya celebrations always feel extra sweet!
From colourful baju kurung to delicious kuih raya — here's a glimpse of how our GovTechie, Edry, celebrated his Hari Raya Aidilfitri with his family and colleagues!
👉 Watch part 1 here and part 2 here
Ep 8: GovTechies get competitive at GovTech Cup
Nothing builds camaraderie like sports!
Over four months, GovTechies competed in over 12 different games as part of the GovTech Cup organised by our Play@GovTech committee.
Roy, one of the captains from Red House, shares a peek into the games as he cheers his team to victory at the air rifle game!
Learn more about our workplace culture here.
Ep 9: What it takes to organise Industry Engagement
Ever wondered what it takes to run a GovTech event?
From the preparation work done months in advance, to watching meaningful partnerships form on the event day, join GovTechies Lynette and Charmaine as they show us the magic behind orchestrating Industry Engagement 2025!
Ep 10: Making a bald statement for Hair For Hope
A tiny spark of curiosity led Kelvin to organise Hair For Hope by Children’s Cancer Foundation at GovTech for 10 years. Join him and fellow GovTechies in making a bald statement to stand in solidarity with children with cancer.
Ep 11: Thoughts from the fathers working on LifeSG
LifeSG is the go-to app for accessing government services during significant life events.
Meet GovTechie Frankie, a father of two who works on LifeSG. Together with his team, they strive to streamline access to government services across multiple agencies and continuously improve the user experience on LifeSG.
For parents, LifeSG has become an important tool, especially during life’s key milestones, such as childbirth, school registration, and access to grants.
Ep 12: Building a 24/7 digital career coach
Looking for personalised career guidance? Let GovTechie Wen Rui share how this AI Chatbot can help you better navigate your career journey, make recommendations and achieve your career aspirations in our local context.
With the Careers and Skills Passport (CSP) and Singpass integration, you can get further personalisation of chat prompts and responses from Career Kaki, and a more fulfilling experience.
Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting your career, Career Kaki is your trusted companion.
Ep 13: GovWallet powered the World Aquatics Championship - Singapore 2025
You might have seen the waves of action at the World Aquatics Championships 2025, but ever wondered what goes on beneath the surface to keep things running smoothly?
Dive in with Adam, a Software Engineer from the GovWallet Suite team, as he shares the behind-the-scenes of how they powered the event and enabled a seamless process for organisers, athletes and attendees.✨
As Adam puts it, the real win is seeing their work make a splash beyond the office — a true example of tech for public good.
Ep 14: Life as a Software Engineer under TAP
Justin joined GovTech through our Technology Associate Programme (TAP) as a Software Engineer. This two-year exclusive and personalised programme enables young careerists to gain exposure to multiple nationwide projects, access to personal growth and development opportunities and be nurtured into an upcoming tech leader.
Ep 15: What do Tech Kaki do?
Ever wondered if your feedback can help shape government products and services? With Tech Kaki, you can!
Meet GovTechie, Syairah, who manages our Tech Kaki Citizen Community. Hear from her as she shares her day-to-day, working with over 6,000 of our members, who actively co-create with GovTech and whole-of-government agencies to help shape digital government services through feedback and engagement sessions.
👉 Watch it here
EP 16: Organising our 10th Digital Government Exchange
In the 10th edition of the Digital Government Exchange (DGX), we bring together government digital leaders from 12 countries.
Pulling off an event like this takes some serious teamwork, and GovTechie, Alex gives you an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at all the action. Joined by Government Chief Information Officers and public sector leaders from around the world, we showcased Singapore’s Smart Nation efforts as well as discussed opportunities for digital government innovation and development.
Ep 17: Celebrating Deepavali
Deepavali reminds us of the power of light to dispel darkness and of how every culture, story, and person adds to the brightness of our shared Singaporean spirit.
Watch GovTechie Param as he brings us along to his workplace at the State Court, and how he celebrates Deepavali inside and outside of GovTech. Happy Deepavali!