Lead Software Engineer, JavaScript/TypeScript (Remote)

Bjak; Remote; IDR 300.000.000 - 400.000.000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial service provider in Indonesia is looking for a skilled Senior Software Engineer. In this role, you will develop high-quality backend systems using Node.js, mentor team members, and implement features based on product requirements. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science and significant experience with MongoDB, JavaScript, and web technologies. Join us for a dynamic work environment that promotes growth and innovation.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working hours

International work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in Node.js essential for backend development.
• Knowledge of front end technologies like ReactJS or AngularJS.
• Experience with MongoDB is required.
• Portfolio showcasing diverse web development projects is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality back-end for web applications.
• Maintain existing backend and web systems.
• Mentor other team members and provide guidance.
• Implement new features based on product requirements.

Skills

Node.js

JavaScript

MongoDB

ReactJS

UI/UX design

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or equivalent

Tools

RestAPI

HTML5

CSS

Job description

About Us

Bjak is focused on providing access to affordable and sustainable financial services for people in ASEAN. Headquartered in Malaysia, Bjak is the largest insurance portal in Southeast Asia. Our main portal, Bjak.com, helps millions find the insurance policy with the best value and highest coverage for them. Our investments in technology such as Custom API, trading systems and data science is to enable easy access to financial services that were previously inaccessible or difficult to understand.

As we expand our operations in Indonesia, we are seeking an experienced and visionary leader to join us as the Senior Software Engineer.

Position Overview:

As a Senior Software Engineer, you will be a key contributor to our innovative and dynamic engineering team based in Indonesia. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting‑edge projects, collaborate with cross‑functional teams, and contribute to the continuous growth and success of our organization.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality back-end in Node.js for web application.
• Familiar with front end JavaScript web technologies such as ReactJS, NextJS or AngularJS.
• Maintain and bug fixing for existing backend and web system.
• Support internal and external users.
• Implement features based on requirements from product owners.
• Analyze, fix issues and improve software quality.
• Mentor, provide guidance and best practice advice to the team.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or equivalent.
• Experience in Node.js.
• Experience with MongoDB, RestAPI, JavaScript/Typescript, CSS and HTML5.
• Passionate about programming and solving problems.
• Portfolio of showing a diverse range of web development will be a plus.
• Experience in UI/UX and graphic design will be an added advantage.

Nice To Have

• Familiarity with TDD / BDD
• Familiarity with Postman
• Familiarity with NodeJS test automation framework, e.g. mocha / chai / selenium / etc.
• Web templating language such as Pug or Slim

Benefit

• Fast moving, challenging and unique business problems.
• Strong learning and development plans for your career growth.
• International work environment and flat organization.
• Competitive salary.
• Remote role with flexible working hours & arrangement.