Senior Backend Engineer (JAVA / GO)

ENVISION DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES SDN BHD; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital technology firm in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer. The role involves designing, developing, and optimizing backend systems with a focus on scalability and code quality. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience and strong proficiency in Java or Go, as well as familiarity with Spring Boot, Kafka, and databases. The position promises leadership opportunities and a hybrid work model within an innovative environment.

Benefits

13th Month Salary (AWS)

Flexi Allowance

Insurance (Medical, Dental & Optical)

Parking & Transport Support

Hybrid Work Arrangement

Modern Work Culture

Qualifications

• 5+ years of backend engineering experience, delivering production-level systems.
• Proficient in Java or Go, with experience in Spring Boot, WebFlux, Kafka, Redis, and SQL/NoSQL databases.
• Fluency in written and spoken English and Mandarin is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable backend systems that meet business needs.
• Write clean, maintainable code and improve existing codebases through regular refactoring.
• Identify and resolve performance, stability, and scalability issues.

Skills

Java

Go

Problem Solving

Team Collaboration

System Design

Education

Bachelor's Degree of Computing, Software Engineering, IT or related field

Tools

Spring Boot

WebFlux

Kafka

Redis

SQL databases

NoSQL databases

Job description

We are seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to join our growing engineering team. In this role, you will work independently to deliver production-ready, high-quality code with minimal issues. You will take full responsibility for the design, development, and optimization of backend systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure systems perform at their best. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer with at least 5 years of work experience who thrives on ownership, scalability, and technical leadership.

Responsibilities

• Design & Development: Build scalable, secure, and reliable backend systems that meet business needs.
• Code Quality: Write clean, maintainable code and improve existing codebases through regular refactoring.
• System Optimization: Identify and resolve performance, stability, and scalability issues.
• Process & Mentorship: Improve development processes and provide guidance to junior engineers.
• Collaboration: Work closely with product, frontend, and DevOps teams to align on solutions and deliver robust systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree of Computing, Software Engineering, IT or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of backend engineering experience, delivering production-level systems.
• Tech Stack: Proficient in Java or Go, with experience in Spring Boot, WebFlux, Kafka, Redis, and SQL/NoSQL databases.
• System Design: Capable of designing modular, scalable solutions with considerations for performance, security, and observability.
• Problem Solving: Skilled at identifying edge cases, managing risk, and improving system quality.
• Process Mindset: Able to spot inefficiencies and propose improvements in both tech and workflow.
• Team Collaboration: Strong communication skills and a proactive approach to teamwork and feedback.
• Fluency in written and spoken English and Mandarin is highly desirable to liaise with Chinese speaking clients and counterparts to understand their technical requirements.

Soft Skills

• Team Mindset: Proactively contribute to team and company goals with a collaborative attitude.
• Ownership: Take responsibility for your work and deliver with high quality and consistency.
• Adaptability: Open to feedback and willing to learn and grow with evolving challenges.
• Communication: Clearly articulate ideas and decisions with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

What We Offer

• Technical Leadership Opportunities: Participate in high-impact projects and lead the design of critical systems.
• Continuous Growth: Access to mentorship, learning resources, and a clear career progression path.
• High-Performance Collaboration: Work with a talented team using modern development practices (Agile/CI-CD).
• Flexibility and Trust: An open culture that encourages innovation and autonomous decision-making.

Application Process

• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Java Backend Engineer?
• Which of the following programming languages are you experienced in?
• Which of the following languages are you fluent in?
• How would you rate your Mandarin language skills?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Go Developer?

Benefits

Perks and benefits: 13th Month Salary (AWS), Flexi Allowance, Insurance (Medical, Dental & Optical Coverage), Parking & Transport Support, Hybrid Work Arrangement, Office Near LRT, Modern Work Culture, Dynamic & Supportive Environment.

Our company, Envision Digital, is a technology company specializing in delivering custom software development and digital solutions. We focus on building scalable systems, providing enterprise-level support, and fostering innovation through cloud technologies and continuous improvement. Our lowercase brand reflects our belief in continuous growth and agility — a reminder to keep learning, adapting, and improving. We embrace experimentation, value collaboration, and are committed to delivering quality outcomes that exceed expectations. At Envision Digital, we grow with our people and our clients.