Java Technical Lead (FSI Environment)

Argyll Scott Singapore; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global bank is looking for a Java Technical Lead in Kuala Lumpur to steer digital transformation through API-driven microservices. This role involves leading a technology team, ensuring system performance, collaborating across departments, and driving best practices in a cloud environment.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a Java engineering team to build scalable microservices.
• Design and develop backend solutions using Java, Spring, and Spring Boot.
• Ensure system reliability and security in cloud environments.

Skills

Java

Spring

Microservices Architecture

Cloud Platforms

DevOps Tools

Containerization

Tools

AWS

OpenShift

Kubernetes

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.