Java Backend Engineer – Spring Boot & Microservices

Boost Holdings Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Boost Holdings Sdn Bhd is seeking a Java backend developer to design, build, and maintain scalable software solutions. You will contribute to API design, microservices architecture, and database interactions while collaborating with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment.

You will ensure code quality through reviews, testing, and documentation, and work with DevOps for smooth deployments across cloud platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 2 years of hands-on experience in Java development, with strong proficiency in building scalable backend solutions.
• Expertise in Spring Boot for developing production-ready applications.
• Experience in designing and implementing RESTful APIs and working with microservices architecture.
• Proficiency in relational databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL), including database design and querying.
• Familiarity with middleware technologies (e.g., Apache Kafka, RabbitMQ) for asynchronous communication.
• Hands-on experience with Git, build tools (Maven, Gradle), and CI/CD pipelines.
• Working knowledge of containerization tools (Docker) and orchestration platforms (Kubernetes).
• Exposure to cloud platforms like AWS, GCP, or Azure.
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum teams and creating comprehensive technical documentation.
• Do you have experience using Java Spring Boot?

Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality software solutions using Java, adhering to coding standards and best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, define technical specifications, and contribute to the software design process.
• Participate in the full software development lifecycle, ensuring timely and successful delivery of projects.
• Write efficient, scalable, and testable code leveraging design patterns and architectural principles.
• Conduct testing to identify and resolve bugs, ensuring functional and performance requirements are met.
• Maintain and enhance existing applications by identifying improvements and conducting code refactoring.
• Work with QA teams to develop and execute test plans, ensuring software reliability.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues by addressing root causes and implementing solutions.
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to promote knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with coding standards, software quality, and security guidelines throughout development.
• Contribute to software documentation, including technical specifications and relevant project materials.
• Collaborate with DevOps to streamline deployment and operation across environments.
• Engage in Agile development practices to ensure effective project execution and team collaboration.
• Pursue continuous learning and stay updated with emerging technologies and best practices.

Skills

Java development

RESTful APIs

Microservices

Agile/Scrum

Code reviews

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field

Tools

Spring Boot

Git

Maven

Gradle

CI/CD

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

MySQL

PostgreSQL

Kafka

RabbitMQ

REST API

Job description

Boost Holdings Sdn Bhd is seeking a Java backend developer to design, build, and maintain scalable software solutions. You will contribute to API design, microservices architecture, and database interactions while collaborating with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment.

You will ensure code quality through reviews, testing, and documentation, and work with DevOps for smooth deployments across cloud platforms.