Junior Full-Stack Engineer: Python & Next.js

CodeX Gate; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

CodeX Gate in Malaysia is seeking a Junior Software Engineer to contribute from day one, writing clean Python backend code and building Next.js dashboards. You will grow with an experienced team, tackle backend tasks, and learn across full‑stack development.

Ideal candidates have hands‑on Python experience, working knowledge of Next.js, and a solid foundation in backend development, with a drive to keep improving and collaborating with senior developers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, AI, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• 1–2 years of professional or internship experience in Full Stack Development.
• Solid understanding of Python and object‑oriented programming principles.
• Hands-on experience with FastAPI.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain REST APIs and backend services using FastAPI (or similar Python frameworks).
• Write clean, readable, and well‑documented Python code, including async Python where appropriate.
• Work with relational databases (PostgreSQL or MySQL) - write efficient queries and manage schema migrations.
• Integrate third‑party APIs and services (e.g., payment gateways, messaging platforms, voice/calling services, AI APIs).
• Implement and verify webhooks, including signature/HMAC validation where required.

Skills

Python

Object-oriented programming

Async Python

RESTful API design

Git

Linux/Unix

Communication skills

Full Stack understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Software Engineering/AI or related field

Tools

FastAPI

PostgreSQL

MySQL

Next.js

SQLAlchemy

Docker

Job description

CodeX Gate in Malaysia is seeking a Junior Software Engineer to contribute from day one, writing clean Python backend code and building Next.js dashboards. You will grow with an experienced team, tackle backend tasks, and learn across full‑stack development.

Ideal candidates have hands‑on Python experience, working knowledge of Next.js, and a solid foundation in backend development, with a drive to keep improving and collaborating with senior developers.