Principal Engineering Lead - Java

TENTEN PARTNERS PTE. LTD; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious finance firm is searching for a Principal Engineering Lead to lead its digital transformation efforts. This high-impact role requires overseeing innovative solutions and managing a talented engineering team to deliver complex applications. The position offers a competitive salary, bonus structure, and benefits, placed within a vibrant tech hub in Kuala Lumpur.

Benefits

Great bonus structure

Medical coverage and insurance

Dynamic and collaborative culture

Qualifications

• Over 10 years of hands-on engineering experience.
• Proven track record in leading engineering teams.
• Familiar with cloud platforms and DevOps practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of digital platforms.
• Set the technical vision and strategy.
• Manage and mentor a high-performing engineering team.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Microservices

Communication

Job description

Our client, a prestigious blue-chip finance firm with a global footprint, is seeking aPrincipal Engineering Leadto spearhead their digital transformation initiatives.

This is a high-impact leadership role where you’ll architect and deliver innovative solutions while guiding a world-class engineering team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of cutting-edge digital platforms and scalable web applications.

• Set the technical vision and strategy, ensuring alignment with digital transformation goals.

• Manage and mentor a high-performing engineering team to deliver complex, enterprise-level solutions.

• Collaborate with global stakeholders, driving alignment and technical excellence.

Requirements

• Over 10 years of hands-on engineering experience, particularly with Java, Spring Boot and Microservices.

• Proven track record in leading engineering teams and delivering large-scale enterprise applications.

• Familiar with cloud platforms, microservices architecture, and DevOps practices.

• Strong communication skills with experience engaging senior stakeholders across regions.

What’s on Offer

• Salary: Up to MYR 30,000 monthly (negotiable).

• Great bonus structure.

• Medical coverage and insurance.

• Join a globally recognised brand at the forefront of digital innovation.

• Dynamic and collaborative culture in a vibrant Kuala Lumpur tech hub.

Apply now and send your cv to [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity Statement

TENTEN Partners is an equal opportunity firm and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by applicable laws.