Java Technical Lead (FSI Environment)

Argyll Scott Singapore; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global bank is seeking a skilled Java Technical Lead for their Kuala Lumpur team. This pivotal role involves mentoring engineers, advancing digital transformation, and developing scalable API-driven microservices using modern Java frameworks, including Spring and cloud technologies.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of Java backend development experience.
• Expertise in Spring/Spring Boot and microservices architecture.
• Hands-on experience in cloud platforms like AWS or Azure.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a Java engineering team.
• Design and develop backend solutions using Java and Spring.
• Drive best practices in clean code, CI/CD, and cloud-native development.

Skills

Java

Spring

Microservices architecture

Cloud platforms

DevOps tools

Containerization

CI/CD

Clean code practices

Job description

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled and hands-on Java Technical Lead to join our technology team within a leading global bank. Based in Kuala Lumpur, this role will lead the design, development, and delivery of enterprise-grade, API-driven microservices using modern Java frameworks. You will play a pivotal role in advancing the bank’s digital transformation initiatives across global platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor a Java engineering team to build scalable, API-driven microservices.
• Design and develop enterprise backend solutions using Java, Spring, and Spring Boot.
• Drive best practices in clean code, CI/CD, and cloud-native development.
• Collaborate with global stakeholders across architecture, product, and DevOps teams.
• Ensure system reliability, performance, and security in cloud environments (AWS/OpenShift).

Key Requirements:

• 8+ years of Java backend development experience, with leadership exposure.
• Expertise in Spring/Spring Boot and microservices architecture.
• Hands-on experience in cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, OpenShift).
• Familiarity with DevOps tools, containerization, and CI/CD practices.
• Bonus: Knowledge of Kubernetes and OpenShift.
• Preferred: FSI environment exposure

Argyll Scott Asia is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.