Java Developer

WhiteCoat Global; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

WhiteCoat is a Singapore-headquartered digital health company delivering tele- and in-person consultations, medication fulfilment and diagnostic testing across Southeast Asia. The team develops robust Java applications to power care pathways and improve patient outcomes in a fast-growing regional platform.

As part of a dynamic engineering group, you will own features end-to-end, participate in design discussions, review code, and optimize performance while collaborating with product, data, and

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Java development, ideally in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of object-oriented programming and design patterns.
• Experience with Spring Framework (Spring Boot, Spring Data) is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with relational databases (e.g., MySQL) and SQL.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Strong communication skills in English, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Java-based applications and services. Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and implement new features and improvements.
• Participate in the full software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering to deployment and maintenance.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize Java applications for high performance and reliability.
• Implement and maintain database structures to support Java applications.
• Contribute to technical design discussions and provide input on best practices and standards.
• Stay updated on emerging trends and technologies in Java development and software engineering.
• Participate in code reviews to maintain high code quality and share knowledge within the team.
• Assist in the continuous improvement of our development processes and methodologies.

Skills

Java development

OOP concepts

Spring Framework

SQL / MySQL

Problem solving / debugging

English communication

Tools

Git

Job description

WhiteCoat is a Singapore‑headquartered omnichannel provider of integrated health and wellness services that serves as the first and single touchpoint for all care needs in Southeast Asia.

Since launching in 2018, WhiteCoat’s digital platform powers a wide range of services including tele‑ and in‑person consultations, as well as medication fulfilment and diagnostic testing, across primary, specialist and allied care. With a focus on the B2B space, WhiteCoat has forged strategic partnerships with the region’s leading insurers, corporates and care providers, to provide accessible and affordable high‑quality care to its users.

The Group currently has offices in Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia and Vietnam. For more information on WhiteCoat, please visit https://whitecoat.global.

What You Will Be Doing

• Develop and maintain Java‑based applications and services. This includes writing clean, efficient, and well‑documented code
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to design, develop, and implement new features and improvements
• Participate in the full software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering to deployment and maintenance
• Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize Java applications to ensure high performance and reliability
• Implement and maintain database structures to support Java applications
• Contribute to technical design discussions and provide input on best practices and industry standards
• Stay updated on emerging trends and technologies in Java development and software engineering
• Participate in code reviews to maintain high code quality and share knowledge within the team
• Assist in the continuous improvement of our development processes and methodologies

Our Benefits

• Make a Real Impact: Opportunity to contribute to a leading digital health company's rapid growth.
• Fast‑paced Start‑up Environment: Experience an environment where you get to own and make tangible impact without bureaucracy getting in the way of rapid decision‑making.
• Great Team: Collaborate with intelligent, friendly, and supportive professionals from diverse backgrounds.
• Hands‑on Learning & Growth: Gain hands‑on experience in strategy, partnerships, operations, and product innovation within a growing industry.
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Competitive compensation and performance‑based bonus.

What We Are Looking For

Required

• Proven experience in Java development, ideally in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong understanding of object‑oriented programming principles and design patterns
• Experience with Spring Framework (Spring Boot, Spring Data) is highly desirable
• Familiarity with relational databases (e.g., MySQL) and SQL
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git)
• Excellent problem‑solving and debugging skills
• Strong communication skills in English, both written and verbal

Good to have

• Experience with cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure)
• Experience with microservices architecture
• Experience in the healthcare industry