Associate Back-end Software Engineer

Manulife Insurance Berhad; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Manulife Insurance Berhad is seeking a software developer to design and implement applications aligned with user requirements. You will develop components, perform unit tests, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure quality deliverables.

The role requires 1–3 years of hands-on development, AS/400 expertise, and strong communication. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement and opportunities for growth within a global organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, IT or related field.
• 1–3 years hands-on software development experience.
• Experience in AS/400 development (RPG/RPGLE/CL/CLLE).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with users and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop applications and supporting components to meet business needs.
• Conduct unit testing for SIT/UAT readiness.
• Assist on functional and non-functional testing of applications.
• Assist senior team on system design and documentation.
• Provide post go-live support and maintenance for in-house systems.

Skills

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in CS/CE/IT

Tools

AS/400 development (RPG/RPGLE/CL/CLLE)

Job description

This position is accountable to provide production support promptly to ensure smooth running of business, develop application based on the requirements provided by users and delivered all tasks assigned on time with good quality.

Position Responsibilities:

• Develop applications and supporting components to meet business needs
• Conduct unit testing on applications to ensure its readiness for SIT / UAT
• Assist on functional and non-functional testing of applications
• Assist Senior team member on system design and documentation
• Provide effective post go-live system support and maintenance for in-house build application systems

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical discipline.
• 1–3 years of hands‑on experience in software development, with a solid foundation in application development, troubleshooting, and delivering high-quality solutions.
• Experience in AS/400 development, including RPG, RPGLE, CL, and CLLE programming.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with users, stakeholders, and team members through both verbal and written communication.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting legacy or core business systems is strongly preferred

When you join our team:

• We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.
• We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.
• As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see.

About Manulife and John Hancock

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html.

Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law. It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact @manulife.com.

Working Arrangement

Hybrid