Java Technical Lead (FSI Environment) | Kuala Lumpur, MY | Hybrid

Argyll Scott; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global bank is seeking a highly skilled Java Technical Lead in Kuala Lumpur to guide the design and development of enterprise-level, API-driven microservices. This pivotal role includes leading a team, ensuring code quality, and collaborating with global stakeholders to advance digital transformation initiatives.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of Java backend development experience.
• Expertise in Spring/Spring Boot and microservices architecture.
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure).

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, performance, and security in cloud environments.

Skills

Java

Spring

Spring Boot

Microservices architecture

Cloud platforms

DevOps tools

Containerization

CI/CD practices

Kubernetes

Job description

Java Technical Lead (FSI Environment)

Argyll Scott Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Apply now Posted 1 day ago Hybrid Job Permanent Negotiable

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: Experience in banking or financial services.

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

At Argyll Scott, we enable people to live healthier, happier, more fulfilling and more successful lives in a rapidly changing world. We do this every day by giving people the tools they need to thrive. We know what works for one person, or business, won’t suit another. Our purpose is to enable you to thrive in a changing world.

By doing this, we will ensure that the people we work with (inside and outside the business) feel good about themselves and are able to thrive, at work and in life. This in turn will lead to better outcomes for our business, and our clients.

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