Xplor

Lead Engineer, Backend

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25 days ago
Kuala Lumpur, MalaysiaStaff+

Responsibilities

  • Lead the backend engineering function and provide technical leadership for the cloud platform and Java-based microservices product.
  • Design, develop, implement, and test modular, maintainable, well-documented, and resource-efficient software.
  • Work with engineering leadership and the CTO to optimize the product and support customer and growth objectives.
  • Investigate and remediate technical defects across the platform.
  • Perform manual and automated operational procedures and ongoing maintenance for runtime systems.
  • Recommend improvements to the product and software delivery process.
  • Mentor engineers and help develop a high-performing engineering team.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Information Technology, or relevant industry experience.
  • At least 7 years of industry experience with an in-depth understanding of distributed systems.
  • Strong experience with Java, Spring Boot, high-throughput production systems, and event-driven architecture.
  • Experience with relational databases such as PostgreSQL, including performance tuning.
  • Experience with cloud services such as AWS or Azure.
  • Strong understanding of scalable distributed systems, web application security practices, and internetworking concepts and protocols.
  • Working knowledge of HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and SQL.
  • Knowledge of a modern software development lifecycle methodology such as Scrum.
  • Strong computer science fundamentals, including data structures and algorithms, and willingness to lead when necessary.

Benefits

  • Flexible working arrangements.
  • Access to free mental health support.
  • Diversity and inclusion initiatives, including a D&I Council and Global Mentorship Program.
  • Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the application location; the company does not sponsor visas at hire or later.

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1,001-5,000 employees
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