Backend Developer (Mid-Level) | 1-Year Contract | Remote

SummitNext Technologies Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; Remote; MYR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

SummitNext Technologies Sdn Bhd is seeking a Mid-Level Backend Developer to build, maintain and support enterprise web and mobile applications. You will work with clients, estimate work and deliver scalable solutions on time. BFSI experience is a strong plus.

Collaborate with frontend, QA and project managers; design REST APIs and data models while upholding coding standards. Offshore or remote work is preferred, with Malaysia hours.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of hands-on backend development experience.
• Experience building enterprise-grade web or mobile applications.
• Strong understanding of REST APIs, system integrations, databases and backend architecture.
• Experience working in Agile teams.
• Excellent written and spoken English; comfortable dealing directly with clients.
• Able to give realistic estimates and deliver your own work independently.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test and maintain backend applications and services.
• Build secure, scalable and high-performance APIs and integrations.
• Work with databases, backend frameworks and third-party services.
• Translate business and technical requirements into working solutions.
• Collaborate with frontend developers, project managers and QA.
• Provide accurate estimates of effort and timelines for development work.
• Troubleshoot and fix bugs and performance issues.
• Conduct code reviews and uphold coding standards.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation.
• Support deployments, enhancements and post-implementation work.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Node.js

Magento / PHP

Education

Degree or Diploma in CS/IT/Software Engineering

Job description

About the Role

We're hiring a Mid-Level Backend Developer to build, maintain and support enterprise web and mobile applications. You'll work directly with clients to understand their requirements, estimate the work and deliver good solutions on time. Experience in Banking, Financial Services and Insurance (BFSI) is a strong plus.

What You'll Do

• Design, develop, test and maintain backend applications and services
• Build secure, scalable and high-performance APIs and system integrations
• Work with databases, backend frameworks and third-party services
• Turn business and technical requirements into working solutions
• Work with frontend developers, project managers, QA and other stakeholders
• Talk directly with clients to clarify requirements and give technical updates
• Give accurate estimates of effort and timelines for development work
• Troubleshoot and fix bugs, technical issues and performance problems
• Do code reviews and keep coding standards and best practices in place
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation
• Support deployments, enhancements and post-implementation work

What We're Looking For

• Degree or Diploma in Computer Science, IT, Software Engineering or a related field
• 4–6 years of hands-on backend development experience
• Strong skills in at least one of: Java / Spring Boot, Node.js or Magento / PHP
• Experience building enterprise-grade web or mobile applications
• Solid understanding of REST APIs, system integrations, databases and backend architecture
• Experience working in Agile teams
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Good written and spoken English, and comfortable dealing directly with clients
• Able to give realistic estimates and deliver your own work independently

Good to Have

• Frontend experience with Angular, Next.js or similar
• BFSI domain experience
• Experience with large-scale enterprise applications or complex integrations
• Exposure to cloud platforms, CI/CD pipelines and deployment processes

Other Details

• You may occasionally need to work off-hours or on weekends, depending on the project
• Good English is required. No other languages are needed.
• Malaysian candidates preferred, but candidates from other countries are welcome to apply as long as they can work Malaysian hours (GMT+8)

Experience: 4–6 years
Contract: 1-year contract
Work arrangement: Offshore or remote preferred. Onsite may be considered for strong candidates.
Working hours: Malaysian working hours (GMT+8)
Start date: Mid-January 2027