Application Developer (PHP / Python / JavaScript)

Jobstreet Malaysia; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Jora Malaysia is seeking an Application Developer to support the development, enhancement and maintenance of government digital applications. The role involves hands‑on programming, application enhancement, troubleshooting, system optimisation, testing and technical support.

You will work with project teams to develop reliable applications, perform source-code enhancements, resolve technical issues and ensure applications remain stable, secure and compatible with evolving technology environments.

Qualifications

• Diploma in relevant IT field required.
• Minimum 5 years of programming/development experience.
• At least 3 years CMS experience with Drupal/WordPress/Joomla/Liferay/KOHA/Statamic.
• At least 3 years with MySQL, PostgreSQL, MariaDB or MSSQL.
• At least 3 years of mobile app development with Ionic and/or Flutter.
• Strong understanding of object-oriented programming (OOP).

Responsibilities

• Develop, modify, enhance and maintain application source code based on requirements.
• Perform development, bug fixing, troubleshooting and issue resolution.
• Implement enhancements to improve functionality, performance, usability.
• Perform preventive, corrective, perfective and adaptive maintenance.
• Analyse errors and implement technical solutions.
• Work with databases to support development and performance.
• Develop and enhance CMS-based applications (Drupal, WordPress, Joomla, Liferay, KOHA, Statamic).
• Support mobile apps using Ionic and Flutter.
• Ensure compatibility with platform updates, third-party software and ICT security requirements.

Skills

Hands-on programming

Troubleshooting

System optimisation

Testing

OOP

Education

Diploma in Software Engineering/Computer Science/related IT field

Tools

Drupal

WordPress

Joomla

Liferay

KOHA

Statamic

Job description

Jora Malaysia will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

We are looking for an Application Developer to support the development, enhancement and maintenance of government digital applications. The role involves hands‑on programming, application enhancement, troubleshooting, system optimisation, testing and technical support. The successful candidate will work closely with project teams and stakeholders to develop and maintain reliable applications, perform source‑code enhancements, resolve technical issues and ensure applications remain stable, secure and compatible with the evolving technology environment.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, modify, enhance and maintain application source code based on functional and technical requirements.
• Perform application development, bug fixing, troubleshooting and technical issue resolution.
• Implement application enhancements to improve system functionality, performance, usability and user experience.
• Perform preventive, corrective, perfective and adaptive application maintenance.
• Analyse application errors, bugs, defects and operational issues and implement appropriate technical solutions.
• Work with databases to support application development, data processing and system performance.
• Develop, maintain and enhance applications built on CMS platforms such as Drupal, WordPress, Joomla, Liferay, KOHA or Statamic.
• Support the development and maintenance of mobile applications using frameworks such as Ionic and Flutter.
• Ensure applications remain compatible with changes in platforms, operating systems, third‑party software and ICT security requirements.

About you

Minimum Diploma in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Application Development or other relevant IT‑related fields.

Minimum 5 years of relevant programming/application development experience, excluding internship or industrial training.

Minimum 3 years of hands‑on experience with Content Management Systems (CMS) such as Drupal, WordPress, Joomla, Liferay, KOHA or Statamic or equivalent CMS platforms.

Minimum 3 years of experience working with databases, particularly MySQL, PostgreSQL, MariaDB or MSSQL.

Minimum 3 years of experience with mobile application development frameworks, particularly Ionic and/or Flutter.

Good understanding of Object‑Oriented Programming (OOP).

Willing to work on‑site in Jalan Sultan Salahuddin, Kuala Lumpur.

Willing to participate in the required screening, programming assessment and interview process.