Backend Developer (Python)

OneJar; Shah Alam; Hybrid; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Growth opportunities

Competitive salary

Supportive environment

Global exposure

Job summary

OneJar is seeking a Backend Developer (Python) to join a leading financial services client in Malaysia. You will collaborate with product and engineering teams to implement features and new products, write technical specs, and ensure code quality through unit and integration tests.

The role requires a BSc in CS and at least 3 years of Python development experience, with SQL/NoSQL proficiency, and familiarity with microservices, containers, Kubernetes, and CI/CD.

Qualifications

• BSc in Computer Science or related field.
• 3+ years of software development experience with Python.
• Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Familiarity with microservices and containerized applications.
• Knowledge of web security best practices and SDLC.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with team members to develop features and new products.
• Define and write technical specs and coding standards.
• Demonstrate implementations to leadership and stakeholders.
• Implement unit and integration tests.
• Ensure software quality, security, and modifiability; participate in code reviews.

Skills

Python

SQL

NoSQL

Microservices

CI/CD

WebSockets

Security best practices

SOA

RabbitMQ

Kafka

Kubernetes

Terraform

Helm

Git

Jenkins

Education

BSc in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Docker

RabbitMQ

Kafka

Git

Jenkins

Terraform

Helm

Kubernetes

Job description

Jora Malaysia will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

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