Senior Backend Development Engineer New Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Bybit Limited; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Study Growth Fund

Internal Events

Global Collaboration

Career Advancement

Internal Mobility

Job summary

Bybit Limited is seeking a Module Owner to design, develop, and maintain financial backend modules in Golang for wealth management. You will shape data models, implement MySQL schemas, and optimize Redis and Kafka interactions to ensure reliability and performance.

Join a global, fast‑moving team that values clarity, documentation, and collaborative code reviews. You will drive engineering quality and help keep online services stable and scalable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years backend development experience.
• Strong fundamentals in data structures, algorithms, and OS principles.
• Proficiency in at least one language (Golang, C++, Java, or Rust) with good practices.
• Familiar with MySQL, Redis, Kafka, and distributed systems concepts.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain backend modules using Golang.
• Independent design of technical solutions and participation in architecture discussions.
• Design MySQL table structures and optimize queries for stability and data consistency.
• Implement caching strategies with Redis and manage asynchronous messaging with Kafka.
• Monitor system health, write documentation, and participate in code reviews.

Skills

Golang

C++

Java

Rust

Redis

Kafka

MySQL

Linux

Git

CI/CD

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related

Tools

Redis

Kafka

gRPC/Thrift

Git

Linux

Job description

Established in 2018, Bybit is one of the world’s leading cryptocurrency exchanges and digital financial platforms, serving over 80 million users across more than 200 countries and regions. Powered by world-class technology and a user-first mindset, Bybit delivers a seamless ecosystem across trading, payments, wealth management, custody, institutional services, and Web3 — connecting users to the future of digital finance.

Our core values define how we build. We listen, care and improve to create products and experiences that put users first. Backed by a global team of ambitious builders, problem-solvers, and innovators, we foster a high-performance and fast-moving environment where talent is empowered to drive real impact at the global scale. Supported by 24/7 multilingual customer service and a strong commitment to innovation, we are shaping the future of finance through technology, collaboration, and bold execution.

Today, Bybit is recognized as one of the most trusted and transparent platforms in the digital asset industry, continuing to expand its global presence while building the infrastructure for the next generation of financial services.

Responsible for the development and maintenance of wealth management backend systems, participating in the design and implementation of core functionality as a Module Owner.

Job Description (Responsibilities)

Serve as a Module Owner responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining financial business backend functional modules using Golang.

Independently design technical solutions for business requirements, participate in system architecture discussions, and tackle complex tasks under guidance.

Responsible for database (MySQL) table structure design, SQL authoring, and performance optimization to ensure system stability and data consistency.

Proficient in using middleware such as Redis and Kafka; responsible for formulating caching strategies and handling asynchronous messaging to enhance system performance and user experience.

Participate in system monitoring, alerting, and troubleshooting to assist in maintaining online service stability.

Write high-quality technical documentation, participate in Code Reviews, and collaborate with the team to drive engineering quality improvements.

Job Requirements (What We Need)

Basic Qualifications

Education & Major: Bachelor’s degree or higher from a full-time university in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related majors.

Work Experience: 3 years or above of backend development experience.

Technical Capabilities

Solid foundation in computer science fundamentals; proficient in data structures and algorithms; familiar with OS principles (processes/threads, memory management, etc.) and computer networking (TCP/IP, HTTP/HTTPS, etc.).

Proficient in at least one programming language among Golang, C++, Java, or Rust, with strong coding fundamentals and good coding practices.

Familiar with MySQL, master index optimization, transaction isolation levels, and slow query analysis; familiar with Redis cache design and solutions to common issues (cache penetration, avalanche, etc.).

Familiar with use cases and underlying principles of message queues (Kafka/RocketMQ); understand RPC frameworks (gRPC/Thrift) and microservice governance.

Familiar with Linux operating systems, capable of routine O&M and troubleshooting.

Proficient in using Git for version control; understand CI/CD processes.

Preferred Qualifications (Bonus Points)

Experience in financial/wealth management business development.

Experience in distributed system design, with an understanding of distributed transactions, consistency, and related solutions.

Development experience in blockchain-related projects.

Proficient in AI tools such as GitHub Copilot, Cursor, Claude, or ChatGPT for AI-assisted coding, refactoring, unit test generation, and debugging.

Personal technical blog, open-source GitHub projects, or active contributions in technical communities.

Solid professional knowledge; capable of completing duties independently and quickly overcoming complex tasks under guidance; proactive communication with clear expression.

Strong learning capacity; able to quickly comprehend project requirements and master required skills under guidance.

Strong sense of responsibility, highly focused on work outcomes, willing to dedicate effort to achieve team goals, and possesses good team spirit.

Why Join Us

At Bybit, we are committed to fostering a supportive and enriching work environment.

Our benefits include:

• Study Growth Fund: We support your professional development and continuous learning.
• Internal Events: Participate in regular team-building activities, workshops, and events designed to promote collaboration and innovation.
• Global Collaboration: Be part of a diverse, international team, working alongside colleagues from around the world.
• Career Advancement: Access opportunities for growth and advancement within a rapidly expanding global company.
• Internal Mobility: Grow with us- Your long-term development is important to us. We offer internal job opportunities to help build your career path.