Senior Java Developer

Morgan McKinley; Putrajaya; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy is seeking a Java Developer in Putrajaya, Malaysia. The ideal candidate will have 3-6 years of experience with Waterfall or Agile methodologies and a strong background in Java development, object-oriented programming, and SQL. This role offers the chance to work on high-impact projects in a collaborative environment focused on digital transformation and technical excellence. Exposure to modern technologies and ongoing professional development are key benefits of this opportunity.

Benefits

Opportunity to work with a leading organization

Exposure to enterprise-level projects

Collaborative and supportive environment

Qualifications

• 3-6 years of experience in software development using Waterfall or Agile methodologies.
• Strong development background in Waterfall or Agile environments.
• Good understanding of testing, code quality, and design principles.

Responsibilities

• Work on high-impact projects within a collaborative and innovative environment.
• Develop and maintain applications in Java using best practices.
• Participate in code reviews and provide mentorship to junior developers.

Skills

Java Development

Object-Oriented Programming

SQL

RESTful APIs

Git

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Information Technology

Tools

Java frameworks (Spring, Hibernate)

JUnit

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Location: Putrajaya, Malaysia
Employment Type: Permanent | Onsite (5 days a week)

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Java Developer to join our client’s growing technology team in Putrajaya. This is a great opportunity to work on high-impact projects within a collaborative and innovative environment.

Experience Level

Experienced Developer (3–6 years)

Proven experience in software development using Waterfall or Agile methodologies.

Solid understanding of development processes, including testing, code quality, and design principles.

Senior Developer (6+ years)

Strong development background in Waterfall or Agile environments.

Excellent understanding of software design, testing, and quality assurance processes.

Prior experience in technical leadership or mentoring within a development team.

Academic Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Information Technology or a related field.

Alternative qualifications such as coding bootcamps will also be considered.

ITIL certification is an added advantage.

Technical Skills Required

Proven hands‑on experience as a Java Developer or in a similar role.

Strong knowledge of object-oriented programming and design patterns.

Experience with Java frameworks such as Spring or Hibernate.

Proficiency in SQL and working with relational databases (Oracle, MySQL, or PostgreSQL).

Familiarity with version control systems (preferably Git, though RTC is acceptable).

Good understanding of RESTful APIs and web services.

Experience with JUnit for unit testing.

Why Join

Opportunity to work with a leading organization driving digital transformation.

Exposure to enterprise-level projects and modern technologies.

Collaborative and supportive environment that values technical excellence and continuous learning.

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