Backend Developer (Python)

OneJar; Selangor; Hybrid; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work setup

Competitive salaries and benefits

Job summary

OneJar is seeking a highly motivated Back-end Developer (Python) in Malaysia to join a leading financial services client. You will collaborate across teams to build features, define technical specs, and deliver scalable backend solutions.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in Python software development, exposure to microservices, containers, and database systems (SQL/NoSQL). A hybrid work setup and opportunities for growth are offered by a multinational, fast‑growing organization.

Qualifications

• BSc in Computer Science or related field.
• 3+ years of software development experience with Python.
• Exposure to Python and related tech stack; PHP is a plus.
• Solid knowledge of software design and architecture.
• Strong attention to detail and technical mindset.
• Understanding of SDLC and SOA principles.
• Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Experience with message brokers (RabbitMQ, Kafka) is advantageous.
• Experience in building microservices and containerized applications.
• Some exposure to WebSockets.
• Familiarity with Kubernetes and IaC tools like Terraform/Helm.
• Proficient in version control and CI tools (Git, Jenkins).
• Knowledge of web security standards and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with team members and stakeholders to develop features and products.
• Translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Define and document technical specifications and workflows.
• Demonstrate implementations to senior team members and CTO.
• Implement unit and integration tests.
• Ensure software quality, security, modifiability, and extensibility.
• Participate in code reviews and refactor anti-patterns.
• Handle additional duties as needed by leadership.

Skills

Python

SQL

NoSQL

Git

CI/CD

Unit testing

WebSockets

Security best practices

Docker

Kubernetes

RabbitMQ

Kafka

SOA

Education

BSc in Computer Science

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Terraform

Helm

Jenkins

Git

Job description

On behalf of our client, a leading financial services company, we are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Back-end Developer (Python) to join the team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with team members and stakeholders in developing features and new products.
• Develop solutions according to specified business requirements.
• Define and write up the technical spec, including the appropriate technology and workflow to coding standards.
• Demonstrate and present implementation to team leaders/heads/CTO.
• Implement Unit and Integration Tests.
• Ensure software meets all requirements of quality, security, modifiability, extensibility etc.
• Participate in code reviews, identifying anti-patterns in the code and refactoring opportunities.
• Other duties as deemed necessary by their superior from time to time.

Requirements:

• BSc in Computer Science or related field.
• Minimum of 3+ Years experience in software development and coding in Python.
• PHP will be considered an advantage.
• Excellent knowledge of software and application design and architecture.
• Technical mindset with great attention to detail.
• Understanding of software quality assurance principles.
• Experience with software development lifecycle (SDLC) processes.
• Experience with service-oriented architecture (SOA).
• Experience in SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Some experience in RabbitMQ or Kafka or other
• Experience in developing microservices and managing containerized applications.
• Some experience building websockets.
• Some level of experience with Kubernetes and IaC (Terraform,Helm).
• Be proficient in using version control and continuous integration, with tools such as Git and Jenkins.
• Understanding of web security standards and best practices.

What’s offered:

• Permanent role at a fast-growing, multinational company
• Competitive salaries and benefits
• Hybrid work setup
• Supportive and collaborative environment
• Unlimited opportunities for growth and development