Senior Python Back-End Developer at PJ RM 10000

Nexpipo; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 95,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EPF + SOCSO

Annual Leave

Medical Benefits

Job summary

Nexpipo is seeking a Senior Python Back-End Developer in PJ to design, build, and maintain scalable backend services. You will leverage Python, microservices, and modern backend tech to deliver robust systems across teams.

You will implement APIs, real-time features, and data models using SQL/NoSQL, with messaging via RabbitMQ or Kafka. Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform/Helm, and CI/CD will be central to delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field.
• Minimum 4 years of backend development experience with strong Python expertise.
• Solid understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and system design principles.
• Experience with microservices and distributed systems.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with product managers and engineering teams to design and develop new features and backend services.
• Design scalable, secure, and high-performance backend systems using Python and industry best practices.
• Translate requirements into technical specifications, architecture, and implementation approaches.
• Develop and maintain microservices-based architecture for modular, scalable systems.
• Implement APIs, integrations, and real-time components (WebSockets where applicable).
• Work with SQL and NoSQL databases to optimize data models and performance.
• Utilize messaging systems like RabbitMQ or Kafka for async processing.
• Manage and deploy containerized apps with Kubernetes; use IaC tools like Terraform or Helm.
• Write unit and integration tests to ensure reliability and stability.
• Participate in code reviews and identify opportunities for refactoring.

Skills

Python

Microservices

SQL

NoSQL

Docker

Kubernetes

RabbitMQ

Kafka

CI/CD

Git

WebSockets

Terraform

Helm

Security

SDLC

Agile

Testing

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science

Tools

Jenkins

Job description

Senior Python Back-End Developer at PJ RM 10000

The Senior Python Back-End Developer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable backend systems and services. This role requires strong technical expertise in Python, system architecture, and modern backend technologies, along with the ability to collaborate across teams to deliver high-quality software solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with product managers, stakeholders, and engineering teams to design and develop new features and backend services aligned with business requirements
• Design and implement scalable, secure, and high-performance backend systems using Python, following best practices in software architecture and coding standards
• Translate business requirements into clear technical specifications, including system workflows, architecture design, and implementation approaches
• Develop and maintain microservices-based architecture, ensuring system modularity, scalability, and maintainability
• Implement and maintain APIs, integrations, and real-time systems (including WebSockets where applicable)
• Work with SQL and NoSQL databases to design efficient data models and ensure optimal performance
• Utilize messaging systems such as RabbitMQ or Kafka for asynchronous processing and system communication
• Manage and deploy containerized applications, with exposure to Kubernetes and infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform or Helm
• Write and maintain unit tests and integration tests to ensure code reliability and system stability
• Participate in code reviews, identify technical issues, anti-patterns, and refactoring opportunities to improve code quality
• Ensure software meets standards for security, scalability, performance, and maintainability
• Use version control and CI/CD tools (e.g., Git, Jenkins) to support continuous integration and deployment practices
• Present technical solutions, system designs, and implementation progress to team leads and senior stakeholders
• Stay updated with emerging technologies and continuously improve development practices
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by management

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field
• Minimum 4 years of experience in backend development with strong expertise in Python
• Solid understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and system design principles
• Experience working with microservices architecture and distributed systems
• Strong experience with SQL and NoSQL databases
• Familiarity with message brokers such as RabbitMQ or Kafka
• Experience with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Exposure to Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or Helm is an advantage
• Experience building real-time systems or WebSockets is a plus
• Proficiency in Git and CI/CD tools such as Jenkins
• Knowledge of web security standards and best practices
• Experience with PHP is an added advantage
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and agile methodologies

Work Schedule

• Monday – Friday (Office Hours)
• EPF + SOCSO
• Annual Leave + Medical Leave
• Medical Benefits

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