Senior Backend Engineer

Glints; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to design and maintain backend systems. You will utilize Node.js and AWS services within a microservices architecture, collaborate with frontend teams, and mentor junior engineers. Ideal candidates have 3+ years experience, proficiency in SQL/NoSQL, and leadership skills. This role offers an opportunity to drive team success and improve system performance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years as a backend engineer with hands-on experience in Node.js, Nest.js, and AWS services.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Leadership experience with the ability to mentor and lead a small team.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems using Node.js and Nest.js.
• Utilize AWS services for cloud computing, storage, and deployment.
• Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines for automated testing and deployment.

Skills

Node.js

Nest.js

AWS services

Fluent in Chinese Mandarin

Fluent in English

SQL

NoSQL

Problem-solving

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a 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.