Recruitment Overview
Employer Name Government of Punjab
Job Category Government
Job Type Contract, Full Time
Location Lahore
Province Punjab
Gender Both Male and Female
Required Education Bachelor, Master
Required Experience 1 Year, 3 Years, 4 years, 5 Years+, Fresh
Salary 200,000 - 300,000, 300,000+
Number of positions 13
Age Limit 23-50
Application fee None PKR
Last date to apply Aug 31, 2026
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Detailed Job Requirements
The Special Branch Punjab has announced exciting Special Branch Punjab Jobs 2026 for its project titled “Construction of Advanced Analytics, Automation & Artificial Intelligence (CA4I)”. These contract-based positions are open to qualified and experienced individuals domiciled in Punjab. Applicants can apply online for various roles such as Software Architect, Data Scientist, UI/UX Developer/Designer, Data Engineer, DevOps Engineer, Full Stack Developer, Backend Developer, Junior ML Engineer, Survey Specialist, and Managerial positions in Finance & Procurement, HR, and Admin & Change Management.
The recruitment drive seeks to fill 13 vacancies, with each position requiring specific educational qualifications and professional experience. The age limit for these roles ranges from 23 to 50 years, depending on the post. Interested candidates must submit their applications through the official online portal by August 31, 2026. This is a significant opportunity for professionals looking to contribute to a cutting-edge project within a government setup.
Job Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Special Branch, Punjab |
| Project Name | Construction of Advanced Analytics, Automation & Artificial Intelligence (CA4I) |
| Job Type | Contract |
| Location | Lahore, Punjab |
| Application Deadline | 31-08-2026 |
| Application Method | Online |
| Domicile | Punjab |
Available Vacancies
The Special Branch Punjab is looking to fill the following positions for the CA4I project:
| S.R. # | Name of Post | No. of Post | Per Month Salary (Upto PKRs) | Qualification | Age | Professional Work/Experience |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Software Architect | 01 | 425,000/- | Minimum 16 years of education in Computer Science, Software/Computer Engineering or related field from a well-reputed institution. | 25-45 Years | Minimum 05 years professional experience as a Senior Software Engineer, with expertise in designing, developing, and deploying complex technical environments. Strong command of Python, PHP, NodeJS, ReactJS, Java/J2EE. Hands-on experience in front-end and back-end development. Expertise in relational (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB) databases. Proven experience across multiple operating systems. Familiarity with Agile/Scrum. Preference for experience with law enforcement agency or government organization. |
| 2 | Social Media Expert | 01 | 425,000/- | Minimum 16 years of education in Computer Science, Software/Computer Engineering or related field from a well-reputed university. | 25-45 Years | Minimum 05 years of progressive professional experience in social media analytics and computer forensics research. Preference for cyber security certification. Demonstrated expertise in managing, analyzing, and interpreting social media data. Proven experience supporting intelligence, research, and decision-making through technology-driven insights. |
| 3 | Data Scientist | 01 | 425,000/- | Sixteen (16) years of education in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics or a relevant field. | 25-50 Years | Minimum 05 years of professional experience in data analysis, information technology, or related fields. Demonstrated expertise in monitoring, collecting, analyzing, and interpreting large datasets. Experience with analytical, visualization, and AI-enabled tools. Ability to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Knowledge of OSINT methodologies, digital investigation techniques, data visualization, and analytical tools. Preference for experience with law enforcement agency. |
| 4 | UI/UX Developer/Designer | 01 | 305,000/- | Minimum 16 years of education in Computer Science, Software/Computer Engineering or related field from a well-reputed university. | 25-45 Years | Minimum 03 years of experience in UI/UX development or similar role. Strong portfolio of design projects. Knowledge of wireframe tools (e.g., Wireframe.co and InVision) and design software like Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop. Preference for similar work experience for a law enforcement agency. |
| 5 | Data Engineer | 01 | 305,000/- | Minimum 16 years of education in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science, or a related field from a well-reputed university. | 25-45 Years | Minimum 03 years of professional experience in data engineering, data integration, data pipeline development, or a related field. Hands-on experience in developing, maintaining, and optimizing data pipelines, ETL/ELT processes, data integration workflows, and automated data processing solutions. Knowledge of relational and NoSQL databases, data warehousing, and distributed data processing. Strong command of SQL, Python, and Java. Understanding of data security, privacy, and governance principles. Ability to integrate data from multiple sources. Experience with cloud platforms, data processing frameworks, workflow orchestration tools, or business intelligence platforms. Preference for experience with law enforcement agency. |
| 6 | DevOps Engineer | 01 | 305,000/- | Minimum 16 years of education in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related field from a well-reputed university. | 25-45 Years | Minimum 03 years of relevant professional experience as a DevOps Engineer. Excellent understanding of Ruby, Python, Perl, and Java. Experience with automation tools like Ansible, Puppet, or Chef. Strong knowledge of MongoDB, Jenkins, and Docker. Excellent troubleshooting skills. Working knowledge of various tools, open-source technologies, and cloud platforms. Awareness of critical concepts in DevOps and Agile principles. |
| 7 | Full Stack Developer | 01 | 225,000/- | Minimum 16 years of education in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field from a well-reputed university. | 23-40 Years | Must possess 0-1 year of relevant professional experience. Strong academic, internship, or academic project experience in developing and maintaining web applications. Knowledge of front-end development using React.js, Angular, Vue.js, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Experience with back-end development using Node.js, Python, PHP, Java, or similar. Knowledge of web application architecture, RESTful APIs, and microservices. Basic knowledge of relational and NoSQL databases. Basic understanding of QA/version control software. Strong problem-solving skills. Ability to deploy clean, maintainable, responsive, and optimized code. Strong communication and teamwork skills. |
| 8 | Backend Developer | 01 | 225,000/- | Minimum 16 years of education in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field from a well-reputed university. | 23-40 Years | Must possess 0-1 year of relevant professional experience in backend development, software development, or IT projects. Strong academic, internship, or project experience may also be considered. Knowledge of Node.js, Python, PHP, or Java. Experience with relational and NoSQL databases, including PostgreSQL, MySQL, and MongoDB. Understanding of backend architecture, API integration, microservices, web application security, and server communication. Ability to write maintainable and scalable code. Basic understanding of QA/version control and software development lifecycle. Strong communication and teamwork skills. |
| 9 | Junior ML Engineer | 01 | 225,000/- | Minimum 16 years of education in Computer Science, Data Science, Software Engineering, or a related field from a well-reputed university. | 23-40 Years | Must possess 0-1 year of relevant professional experience in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science, or a related field. Fresh graduates with strong academic or academic project experiences may also be considered. Knowledge of mathematics, probability, statistics, and basic programming. Basic understanding of machine learning, deep learning, and data science concepts. Proficiency in Python, R, or Java will be an advantage. Basic knowledge of engineering principles. Ability to work with data, perform data preprocessing, and build/train machine learning models. Strong communication and teamwork skills. |
| 10 | Survey Specialist | 01 | 225,000/- | Minimum 16 years of education in Management Sciences, Business Administration, Public Administration, Social Sciences, or a related field from a well-reputed university. | 25-45 Years | Minimum 03 years of professional experience in social design, social research, data collection, research methodology, and analysis. Hands-on experience in designing, developing, administering, and analyzing survey-based surveys using digital platforms and data analytics tools. Experience in data collection, cleaning, analysis, interpretation, and reporting. Knowledge of research methodologies, sampling techniques, questionnaire design, statistical analysis, and data quality practices. Experience in digital survey platforms, data analysis tools, and AI-enabled research and analytics tools. Strong analytical, research, communication, report-writing, and problem-solving skills. Preference for candidates with law enforcement agency experience. |
| 11 | Manager (Finance & Procurement) | 01 | 225,000/- | Minimum 16 years of education in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field from a well-reputed university. | 25-45 Years | Minimum 04 years of work experience in a similar role. Knowledge of project management / budgeting / financial accounting. Hands-on experience with developing budgets, keeping track of various registers, financial reports and statements. Experience dealing with auditing authorities and financial matters. Knowledge of Public Sector procurement processes, rules and regulations i.e. PPRA 2014. Experience dealing with Accountant General Punjab/Treasurer Office Punjab. Strong analytical and problem solving, analytical and communication skills. |
| 12 | Manager HR (Training & Analysis) | 01 | 225,000/- | Minimum 16 years of education in Social Sciences, Management, Business Administration, Human Resource Management, or a related field from a well-reputed university. | 25-45 Years | Minimum 04 years of relevant experience in HR. Strong experience with staffing and recruitment of contract staff in public sector. Experience of training need assessment and research analysis. Versed with the use of human resources information systems (HRIS). Strong communication, interpersonal, conflict resolution and problem-solving skills. |
| 13 | Manager (Admin & Change Management) | 01 | 225,000/- | Minimum 16 years of education in Management, Business Administration, Engineering or a related field from a well-reputed university. | 25-45 Years | Minimum 04 years of work experience in administration/process development, transition and transformation, human resources, or a related field. Experience of working with law enforcement agency will be given preference. Strong communication and coordination. Strong problem solving analytical and interpersonal skills. |
Eligibility and Qualifications
Candidates applying for these Punjab jobs must meet the following general criteria:
- **Education:** A minimum of sixteen (16) years of education in the relevant field from a university/institution recognized by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) or a reputed foreign university with HEC equivalence.
- **Domicile:** Only candidates holding a domicile of Punjab are eligible to apply.
- **Age Limit:** The age requirement varies by post, generally falling between 23 and 50 years. Age relaxation will be applicable as per the current policy of the Government of Punjab.
- **Experience:** Required experience ranges from 0-1 year for junior roles to a minimum of 5 years for senior positions, as detailed in the vacancy table above.
- **Contract Basis:** All positions are offered on a contract basis for the CA4I project and are non-transferable.
Important Confirmed Instructions
- Experience will be calculated up to the last date of application submission.
- Submission of fake documents or concealment of any fact will lead to disqualification at any stage.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interviews. Interview dates and times will be communicated via email/call/SMS.
- Applicants must bring all original documents, attested by HEC, along with a set of attested photocopies at the time of the interview.
- The number of vacancies may be increased or decreased without prior notice.
- The Department reserves the right to reject any or all applications or cancel the recruitment process at any stage without assigning reasons.
- Decisions of the Department on all recruitment matters, including eligibility, shortlisting, and selection criteria, will be final.
How to Apply for Special Branch Punjab Project Jobs 2026 – Software Architect, Data Scientist, Manager & More
- 1 Visit the official online application portal: https://jobs.ca4i.pk/ .
- 2 Complete the online application form with accurate personal and professional details.
- 3 Ensure all required information is provided as incomplete applications will be rejected.
- 4 Submit your application online before the deadline of August 31, 2026.
- 5 Note that hard-copy applications will not be accepted.
- 6 Candidates already working in Government/Semi-Government/Autonomous Bodies should apply through the proper channel.
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