Senior Backend Engineer

Glints; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Glints is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to design, develop, and maintain backend systems in a microservices architecture. You will work closely with frontend teams to deliver seamless integration and mentor junior engineers.

The role requires Node.js/Nest.js expertise, AWS experience, and strong knowledge of SQL/NoSQL databases, with leadership responsibilities for a small team. Fluency in Mandarin and English is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of backend engineering experience with Node.js, Nest.js and AWS.
• Fluent in Mandarin and English.
• Proficient in microservices, SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Experience with Redis and Kafka preferred.
• Leadership experience mentoring a small team.
• Proficient in asynchronous programming and event-driven design.
• Experience in building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems in a microservices setup.
• Implement microservices patterns for scalability, resilience, and maintainability.
• Use AWS services for cloud computing, storage, and deployment.
• Collaborate with frontend teams to integrate backend with user interfaces.
• Apply security best practices and protect data.
• Develop and maintain data storage using SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines for automated testing and deployment.
• Monitor performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Node.js

Nest.js

AWS

Microservices

CI/CD

Redis

Kafka

Leadership

Mandarin

English

SQL

NoSQL

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Redis

Kafka

Job description

We are seeking a skilled Senior Backend Engineer with expertise in Node.js, Nest.js, and AWS services to join our client's team. In this role, you will design, develop, and maintain backend systems within a microservices architecture, working closely with the frontend team to ensure seamless integration of backend logic with user-facing elements. Your leadership skills will be crucial in mentoring junior team members and driving the team's success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems using Node.js and Nest.js within a microservices architecture.
• Implement microservices patterns and best practices to ensure scalability, resilience, and maintainability of the system.
• Utilize AWS services for cloud computing, storage, and deployment.
• Collaborate with frontend developers to integrate user-facing elements with backend logic.
• Implement security best practices and ensure data protection measures are in place.
• Develop and maintain data storage solutions using both SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines for automated testing and deployment.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure smooth operation.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years as a backend engineer with hands-on experience in Node.js, Nest.js, and AWS services.
• Fluent in Chinese Mandarin and English.
• Proficiency in microservices architecture, SQL, and NoSQL databases.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Experience with Redis & Kafka is preferred.
• Leadership experience with the ability to mentor and lead a small team.
• Familiarity with asynchronous programming and event-driven architecture.
• Experience in implementing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines.