Head of Engineering - Backend (Golang / Java)

Michael Page; Indonesia; On-site; IDR 400.000.000 - 450.000.000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing investment platform in Indonesia seeks a backend engineering leader to shape the technical roadmap for innovative financial platforms. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience in backend engineering and will possess advanced skills in Golang and Java. Responsibilities include defining backend architecture and mentoring engineering teams while driving modern practices such as microservices and API design. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic global environment and lead initiatives impacting millions of users.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in backend engineering, with at least 7+ years in leadership roles.
• Proven track record in designing and scaling distributed systems.

Responsibilities

• Define and own backend architecture strategy for scalable and secure financial platforms.
• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing backend engineering team.
• Drive adoption of modern engineering practices and solutions.

Skills

Backend engineering

Leadership

Golang

Java

Microservices

API design

Cloud platforms

Container orchestration

Tools

AWS

GCP

Azure

Kubernetes

Job description

• Shape the technical roadmap for next-generation financial platforms .
• Lead backend engineering function as product owner.

About Our Client

Our client, a major Investment Platform and is a fast-growing company with across the SEA region. They are backed by leading global investors who seeks to acquire both experienced local and international talents to join their fast-moving product innovations and growing business.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Leadership: Define and own backend architecture strategy for scalable, secure, and resilient financial platforms.
• Team Management: Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing backend engineering team across multiple geographies.
• Innovation & Delivery: Drive adoption of modern engineering practices (microservices, event-driven architecture, CI/CD, cloud deployments).
• Collaboration: Partner with product, security, and infrastructure teams to deliver robust solutions aligned with business goals.
• Performance Optimization: Ensure backend systems meet stringent SLAs for latency, throughput, and reliability.
• Compliance & Security: Embed best practices for data security and regulatory compliance in all backend solutions.

The Successful Applicant

Ideal Candidate

• Experience:
  • 15+ years in backend engineering, with at least 7+ years in leadership roles.
  • Proven track record in designing and scaling distributed systems for high-volume financial or transactional platforms.
• Technical Expertise:
  • Advanced proficiency in Golang and Java.
  • Strong knowledge of microservices, API design, and event-driven architectures.
  • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and container orchestration (Kubernetes).
• Leadership Skills:
  • Ability to inspire and lead diverse engineering teams.
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Bonus:
  • Exposure to fintech, banking, or payment systems.
  • Familiarity with security standards (PCI DSS, ISO 27001).

What's on Offer

Why This Opportunity

• Lead backend engineering for a high-growth fintech innovator impacting millions of users.
• Shape the technical roadmap for next-generation financial platforms.
• Work in a dynamic, global environment with cutting-edge technologies.