Senior Software Engineer

AirAsia; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 6,500,000; Full time

Job summary

AirAsia MOVE in Bengaluru is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join our fast-growing Engineering team. You will design, develop, and deliver secure, scalable software components and services, applying modern design principles and contributing to the adoption of new technologies.

You will work in an Agile environment with cross-functional teams, participate in code reviews, test automation, and DevOps collaboration to ensure reliable production systems.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of professional software engineering experience.
• Backend development with Java (Spring Boot) or Node.js and Python.
• Frontend knowledge with React.js is a plus.
• Strong Git, CI/CD, and deployment practices.
• Experience operating large-scale production systems with monitoring and test automation.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deliver solutions for defined components with security, performance, and scalability.
• Actively participate in Agile/Scrum, provide estimates, and collaborate with DevOps and QA for production readiness.
• Mentor teammates, share knowledge, and contribute to an engineering-excellence culture.

Skills

7+ years experience

Java Spring Boot

Node.js

Python

React.js

Git

Data Structures & Algorithms

CI/CD

AWS

Docker

Kubernetes

OpenShift

GitLab

Jenkins

Maven

Gradle

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

OpenShift

GitLab

Jenkins

Maven

Gradle

Job description

Senior Software Engineer – AirAsia MOVE

Job Title: Senior Software Engineer
Location: Bangalore

About AirAsia MOVE

AirAsia MOVE is a dynamic ASEAN-focused budget travel company redefining how people experience travel. As part of the Capital A Group, we deliver seamless, customer‑centric solutions that combine innovation and operational excellence. We shape the future of budget travel by creating delightful customer journeys.

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join our fast‑growing Engineering team. The role focuses on delivering secure, scalable solutions, improving engineering standards, and collaborating with cross‑functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Domain & Engineering Excellence Design, develop, and deliver solutions for well‑defined components and services. Apply sound technical design and architectural practices, ensuring security, performance, and scalability. Write clean, efficient, maintainable code using modern best practices (TDD, CI/CD). Contribute to technical discussions, code reviews, and the adoption of new technologies.
• Execution & Operational Excellence Participate actively in Agile/Scrum teams: backlog refinement, sprint planning, retrospectives. Provide task‑level estimates and proactively flag potential blockers. Maintain focus on quality outcomes by incorporating testing, documentation, and best coding practices into everyday work. Collaborate with DevOps, QA, and Product teams to ensure smooth delivery to production environments.
• Organizational Building & Collaboration Be a strong team player, collaborating across functions and building trusted relationships. Share knowledge openly through documentation, mentorship, and internal sharing sessions. Contribute to internal knowledge‑management practices, creating a learning and growth‑driven environment. Embody AirAsia MOVE’s culture of continuous learning, openness, and customer focus.
• Continuous Improvement & Innovation Experiment with emerging technologies and introduce improvements to tools, processes, and systems. Participate in internal initiatives that drive engineering excellence, DevOps improvements, and operational automation.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• 7+ years of professional software engineering experience.
• Proficient in backend development using Java (Spring Boot) or Node.js and Python.
• Familiar with front‑end development technologies such as React.js (a plus).
• Solid understanding of Git, branching strategies, and best practices.
• Strong proficiency in Data Structures & Algorithms and problem‑solving aptitude.
• Deep understanding of operating large‑scale production systems with experience in continuous integration, test automation, and monitoring.
• Strong grasp of JavaScript (ES5) and front‑end integration.
• Strong grasp of cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift).
• Familiarity with modern CI/CD tools (GitLab, Jenkins, Maven, Gradle) and Git best practices.
• Experience in building scalable, highly available, and secure applications.
• Strong troubleshooting, debugging, and problem‑solving skills.

Preferred

• Experience with application monitoring tools (OpenTelemetry standards).
• Exposure to Agile development, cloud cost optimization, and security best practices.
• Experience with performance testing, load testing, and monitoring at scale.

Benefits

Shape the future of travel technology across Southeast Asia, work with talented and passionate engineers, and gain hands‑on experience with cutting‑edge technologies and large‑scale systems. Enjoy a dynamic, fast‑paced culture that supports personal growth, innovation, and continuous learning.