R&D Senior Software Engineer

GoKardz Technologies; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

GoKardz Technologies is looking for an experienced Software Engineer to join their Eggplant Performance Agile team in Malaysia, Penang, Seberang Perai. The role involves designing, developing, and maintaining applications in a collaborative environment, working closely with Product teams, DevSecOps engineers, and QA.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in software engineering, a strong background in various programming languages, and a passion for innovative technologies. Join us to contribute to exciting projects and drive improvements in software solutions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in software engineering roles focusing on development.
• Hands-on experience with complex code bases involving C++, Java, Python, or C# in a Windows environment.
• Familiarity with DevSecOps platforms such as GitLab and cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, document, and assist in the release of EPP in line with immediate business targets.
• Develop secure code for feature addition, defect resolution, and investigative purposes.
• Identify potential improvements to the product, development tools, and processes.
• Develop scalable, maintainable solutions based on Jira tickets.
• Create clear documentation for solutions and processes.

Skills

C++

Java

Python

C#

Git

AWS

Azure

Agile Scrum

Relational databases

Education

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

Job description

Responsibilities

We are seeking an experienced Software Engineer specializing in the further design, development, and maintenance of the Eggplant Performance (EPP) suite of applications, our load and performance testing platform. This role will be part of the Eggplant Performance Agile team, collaborating closely with the Product team, DevSecOps engineers, and QA to modernize and solidify this long‑standing Eggplant package.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Design, develop, document, and assist in the release of EPP in line with immediate business targets and Keysight strategic aims.
• Develop secure code for feature addition, defect resolution, and investigative purposes as appropriate, in a collaborative and supportive environment.
• Become comfortable with a complex, multi‑language codebase managed using Git.
• Identify potential improvements that could be made to the product, development tools, and processes.
• Develop scalable, maintainable solutions based on the problem definition outlined in Jira tickets.
• Create clear and concise documentation for solutions and processes to ensure knowledge sharing.
• Implement automation where possible and practical.
• Assist in efforts to maintain and increase test coverage.

Qualifications

You should be self‑motivated with a proven track record of developing features for complex software, strong background in software engineering principles, and a proactive, energetic desire to contribute collaboratively. You must be able to work independently with minimal supervision while demonstrating good teamwork, excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.

Specific requirements include:

• Bachelor's/Master's in Software Engineering/Computer Science or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in software engineering roles focusing on development.
• Hands‑on experience with complex code bases involving C++, Java, Python, or C# in a Windows environment.
• Proficiency in Git for version control.
• Familiarity with DevSecOps platforms such as GitLab and cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure.
• Knowledge of relational databases.
• Comfortable working with evolving requirements in an Agile Scrum framework.
• Ability to stay focused on end‑goals and customer outcomes; participate in code reviews.

Other qualities include:

• Passionate advocate of internet‑based technologies.
• Innovative and keen to research and identify new beneficial technologies.
• Sociable, collaborative, proactive, and enthusiastic.
• Pragmatic and curious.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience upgrading legacy codebases.
• Knowledge of software compliance and SSDF useful.