Senior Java Software Engineer

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

Job summary

Luxoft invites a highly motivated Senior Java/Spring Boot Engineer to join our Automotive Software Development team. The role focuses on building scalable backend services in Java/Spring Boot and collaborating with Android teams for automotive integrations.

You will design RESTful APIs, contribute to cloud-enabled solutions, participate in Agile ceremonies, and help maintain high reliability and performance across distributed systems in a fast-paced automotive environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in software development using Java.
• Strong hands-on experience with Spring Boot and backend service development.
• Experience designing REST APIs and microservices architectures.
• Good understanding of SQL and relational databases (PostgreSQL/MySQL/Oracle).
• Experience with Git.
• Familiarity with Docker and cloud-native development practices.
• Understanding of Android application architecture and Android development concepts.
• Willingness and ability to contribute to Android development tasks when needed.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a distributed team environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services and microservices using Java and Spring Boot.
• Develop RESTful APIs and integrate them with frontend, mobile, and cloud-based applications.
• Participate in architecture discussions and contribute to backend platform design decisions.
• Support integration of backend services with Android-based automotive and mobile applications.
• Assist Android development teams with feature implementation, bug fixing, troubleshooting, and performance optimization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Android developers, QA engineers, architects, DevOps engineers, and product owners.
• Ensure software quality through unit testing, integration testing, code reviews, and adherence to coding standards.
• Analyze and resolve production issues while maintaining high system reliability and performance.
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation activities.
• Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

REST APIs

Microservices

SQL

Relational DBs

Git

Docker

Cloud-native

Android concepts

Android development

CI/CD

Agile/Scrum

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Tools

Git

Docker

PostgreSQL

MySQL

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud

Job description

We are looking for a highly motivated Senior Java/Spring Boot Engineer to join our Automotive Software Development team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in developing scalable backend services using Java and Spring Boot and will be willing to contribute to Android application development activities when required.

This role offers an opportunity to work on next-generation automotive solutions, including infotainment, connected vehicle services, cloud-driven applications, and mobile integrations for leading automotive OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services and microservices using Java and Spring Boot.
• Develop RESTful APIs and integrate them with frontend, mobile, and cloud-based applications.
• Participate in architecture discussions and contribute to backend platform design decisions.
• Support integration of backend services with Android-based automotive and mobile applications.
• Assist Android development teams with feature implementation, bug fixing, troubleshooting, and performance optimization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Android developers, QA engineers, architects, DevOps engineers, and product owners.
• Ensure software quality through unit testing, integration testing, code reviews, and adherence to coding standards.
• Analyze and resolve production issues while maintaining high system reliability and performance.
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation activities.
• Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Mandatory Skills Description:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in software development using Java.
• Strong hands-on experience with Spring Boot and backend service development.
• Experience designing and implementing REST APIs and microservices architectures.
• Good understanding of SQL and relational databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, or Oracle.
• Experience with source control systems such as Git.
• Familiarity with Docker and cloud-native development practices.
• Understanding of Android application architecture and Android development concepts.
• Willingness and ability to contribute to Android development tasks when needed.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a distributed team environment.

Nice-to-Have Skills Description:

• Experience with Android application development using Kotlin and/or Java.
• Knowledge of Android Jetpack components, MVVM architecture, and modern Android development practices.
• Experience in Automotive domain projects.
• Familiarity with Android Automotive OS (AAOS) and Automotive Infotainment Systems.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.