Backend Developer

Körber; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Körber is hiring a backend developer to design and implement scalable APIs and microservices using .NET Core and C#. The role requires 4+ years in back‑end development, strong REST API experience, and a solid foundation in database and architecture practices.

You will work in an Agile team, collaborate with frontend, UI/UX, and DevOps colleagues, and contribute to platform scalability and performance improvements. Excellent English communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or related field.
• 4+ years of backend development with .NET technologies.
• Strong experience with .NET, .NET Core, C# and object‑oriented design.
• Experience with EF Core, LINQ, Code First approaches.
• RESTful APIs, backend design patterns, and asynchronous programming.
• Proficient in MS SQL/Oracle and SQL indexing.
• Docker, Git and CI/CD tooling (Azure DevOps).
• Security best practices and data protection awareness.
• Strong English communication; team‑oriented and mentoring mindset.

Responsibilities

• Build clean, reusable, and scalable APIs and microservices using .NET Core and C#.
• Develop services for front‑end, third‑party APIs, and internal components.
• Ensure backend performance, security, and maintainability.
• Collaborate in Scrum teams and with full‑stack colleagues.
• Contribute to system design, architecture, and modular solutions.
• Design and manage relational databases and efficient data access layers.
• Containerize services with Docker and participate in CI/CD pipelines.
• Conduct performance tuning and troubleshoot distributed systems.

Skills

.NET

.NET Core

C#

OOP & Patterns

REST APIs

Async Prog

Unit Testing

CI/CD

English

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/SE

Tools

Docker

Git

Azure DevOps

EF Core

Job description

In compliance to ISO standards 9001:2015, 14001:2015 and 45001:2023

Your Role In Our Team

API and Microservices Development

• Build clean, reusable, and scalable APIs and microservices using .NET Core and C#.
• Develop services that support integration with front‑end clients, third‑party APIs, and internal components.
• Ensure maintainability, performance, and security of backend systems.

Agile Development & Collaboration

• Collaborate within Scrum teams, actively participating in sprint planning, reviews, and daily stand‑ups.
• Work closely with backend/frontend developers, UI/UX designers, and DevOps engineers to build and improve full‑stack solutions.
• Support product ideation and contribute to technical feasibility discussions.

Platform Design and Architecture

• Contribute to the system and platform architecture, with focus on scalability, performance, and clean architecture principles.
• Design flexible and modular solutions for evolving business needs.
• Participate in code reviews, architecture discussions, and optimization initiatives.

Data Layer and System Integration

• Design and manage relational databases (MS SQL, Oracle) with efficient data access layers using Entity Framework Core.
• Handle complex data structures, query optimization, and schema design.
• Implement robust inter‑process communication (IPC) and backend‑to‑backend integrations.

DevOps and Containerization

• Containerize backend services using Docker and support deployment in distributed environments.
• Use Git for version control and participate in CI/CD pipeline development.

Performance and Optimization

• Conduct feasibility analysis and performance tuning of backend services.
• Debug and troubleshoot incidents across distributed systems and provide long‑term solutions.

Technology Research & Innovation

• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends.
• Recommend and integrate new tools, frameworks, or methods to improve development workflows.

Your Profile

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• 4+ years of experience in back‑end development with .NET technologies.

Technical Proficiency

• Strong experience in .NET, .NET Core, and C#.
• Solid grasp of object‑oriented programming and design patterns (e.g., Clean Architecture).
• Experience with Entity Framework Core, LINQ, and Code First approaches.
• Good understanding of RESTful APIs, backend design patterns, and asynchronous programming.

Database Expertise

• Proficient in relational databases such as MS SQL or Oracle.
• Strong SQL skills and understanding of indexing, optimization, and schema design.

System Design and Architecture

• Familiarity with system design, distributed systems, and scalability principles.
• Understanding of inter‑process communication (IPC) and multi‑threaded application development.

Tooling and Environment

• Experience with Docker, Git, and CI/CD tools (e.g., Azure DevOps).
• Basic familiarity with network technologies, Linux systems, and general IT infrastructure.
• Knowledge of DevOps or deployment pipelines is a plus.

Testing and Security

• Experience with unit testing and test‑driven development (TDD) using frameworks like NUnit or xUnit.
• Understanding of security best practices and compliance (e.g., data protection, authentication).

Soft Skills & Personal Attributes

• Strong analytical thinking and problem‑solving ability.
• Quick learner, able to adapt to new technologies and methodologies.
• Effective communication skills in English (spoken and written).
• Team‑oriented mindset with a willingness to mentor and collaborate.

We value diversity and therefore welcome all applicants - regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic or social origin, religion/belief, disability, age, sexual orientation and identity, and any other protected status