Back-end Developer (Java & Spring Boot)

EPAM Systems; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

EPAM Systems is seeking a mid-senior Back-end Developer (Java & Spring Boot) in Malaysia. You will design, develop and maintain scalable back-end services leveraging Java, Spring Boot and PostgreSQL for cloud-based deployments.

You will collaborate across teams to deliver high-quality software, participate in code reviews, and support CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions. Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes and cloud services is expected.

Qualifications

• Proven-backend experience using Java and Spring Boot, or strong Kotlin proficiency.
• Hands-on with relational databases, especially PostgreSQL.
• Experience with object/storage services like Amazon S3 and RESTful APIs.
• Strong GitHub version-control and collaborative development skills.
• Familiarity with CI/CD practices and containerized apps.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain back-end services using Java and Spring Boot.
• Manage data persistence with PostgreSQL and integration with Amazon S3.
• Build scalable, reliable back-end components for business-critical apps.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver features.
• Participate in code reviews, debugging and performance optimization.
• Support CI/CD practices using GitHub Actions.
• Operate in containerized environments with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Monitor applications with Datadog and investigate issues.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Kotlin

Tools

PostgreSQL

Amazon S3

RESTful APIs

GitHub

Docker

Kubernetes

Datadog

Job description

We are seeking a mid-senior Back-end Developer (Java & Spring Boot) to join our team in Malaysia. Join us as a Java/Kotlin Software Engineer. You will design, develop and maintain scalable back-end services while supporting cloud-based deployments. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will leverage Java, Spring Boot and PostgreSQL to deliver high-quality software solutions. Bring your back-end expertise to build reliable, business‑critical applications.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain back-end services using Java and Spring Boot
• Manage data persistence, storage and integration requirements using PostgreSQL and Amazon S3
• Build scalable, reliable and maintainable back-end components for business‑critical applications
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver new features and enhancements
• Participate in code reviews, troubleshooting, debugging and performance optimization
• Support continuous integration and continuous deployment practices using GitHub Actions
• Operate within containerized environments using Docker and Kubernetes to ensure code quality
• Support application monitoring and issue investigation utilizing platforms like Datadog

Requirements

• Proven experience in back-end development using Java and Spring Boot, or strong proficiency in Kotlin
• Hands‑on experience working with relational databases such as PostgreSQL
• Demonstrated ability to utilize object storage or file storage services like Amazon S3
• Strong understanding of RESTful APIs, back-end service design and application integration
• Track record of success in version control and collaborative development using GitHub
• History of success in troubleshooting and resolving complex technical issues
• Clear communication skills with the confidence to work effectively in a collaborative team environment
• No visa sponsorship available

Nice to have

• Experience with cloud-based application deployment on AWS and CI/CD pipelines
• Background in container orchestration frameworks or front-end development with Angular and TypeScript
• Exposure to application monitoring platforms and code security scanning tools like SonarQube