Backend Engineer – Java

Cognizant; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology company seeks a Backend Engineer – Java to join their expanding engineering team in Kuala Lumpur. You will develop digital solutions for smart homes, focusing on complex backend modules and collaborating with architects and cross-functional teams. This role requires strong proficiency in Java, Spring Boot, and AWS, with at least 5 years of experience. The company offers an opportunity to contribute to the future of consumer technology in a dynamic, international environment.

Qualifications

• 5-15 years of experience in backend engineering.
• Strong proficiency in Java, Spring Boot, and microservices.
• Experience in deploying systems on AWS.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of complex backend modules with engineering standards.
• Work with architects to improve system resilience and performance.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Microservice architecture

AWS

CI/CD

Docker

Kubernetes

Kafka

Terraform

Job description

Title: Backend Engineer – Java

Location: Malaysia

Experience: 5-15 Years

We are expanding our engineering team to support a long-term project for a global leader in consumer technology. The work focuses on developing digital and connected-device solutions used across smart home and appliance ecosystems. You will collaborate in an international environment and contribute to platforms that integrate mobile, IoT and cloud technologies. This project involves modern, scalable systems shaping the next generation of smart consumer products.

Job Description:

• Strong proficiency in Java, Spring Boot and microservice architecture.
• Ability to design scalable backend solutions, implement complex APIs and optimize performance across distributed systems.
• Experience deploying systems on AWS using services such as EC2, Lambda, RDS or S3 and configuring infrastructure for high availability.
• Proficiency working with CI/CD pipelines, observability ecosystems and container orchestration using Docker or Kubernetes.
• Experience with Kafka, Terraform or advanced system tuning is beneficial.

Responsibilities include:

• Leading the development of complex backend modules, establishing engineering standards and mentoring regular engineers.
• Working closely with architects and cross-functional teams to influence technical direction and improve the resilience, scalability and performance of backend systems.

About Cognizant:

Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) engineers modern businesses. We help our clients modernize technology, reimagine processes and transform experiences so they can stay ahead in our fast-changing world. Together, we're improving everyday life. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.