Senior Software Engineer

RHB Banking Group; Selangor; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Comprehensive benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

RHB Banking Group is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to design, develop, and implement scalable software solutions that support digital transformation across the bank. You will collaborate with business squads and developers, providing technical leadership and architectural guidance for enterprise-grade applications.

You will engage with Tribes, CoEs, and IT teams to ensure alignment with business requirements, system scalability, and secure coding practices, while delivering high-impact

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology or related field.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and conceptual thinking skills.
• Proficiency in designing, coding, testing, and debugging complex applications.

Responsibilities

• Engage with Tribes, Centres of Excellence (CoEs), and business squads to develop and design solutions that meet business requirements.
• Bridge between business functions and IT teams, ensuring alignment between user needs and technical solutions.
• Participate in architectural discussions to ensure system scalability, performance, and maintainability.
• Design, code, test, and debug complex software applications, focusing on high-impact components.
• Develop enterprise-class applications and integrations in line with Group Technology Services' solution architecture.
• Plan, organize, and monitor development projects to meet standards and efficiency targets.
• Identify opportunities to improve existing systems and applications.
• Perform application customization and integration, including user training and maintenance.
• Conduct code reviews to maintain secure coding standards and quality.
• Manage and resolve application issues while monitoring production SLAs.
• Provide mentoring and coaching to junior developers to foster knowledge sharing.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology

Job description

About The Role

We are seeking a skilled and innovative Senior Software Engineer to join our dynamic technology team at RHB Bank. In this role, you will collaborate closely with business and technical teams to design, develop, and implement scalable software solutions that drive operational excellence and digital transformation. You will act as a key liaison between business squads and developers, providing technical expertise, architectural insights, and leadership in the delivery of enterprise-grade applications.

What You Will Be Doing

• Engage with Tribes, Centres of Excellence (CoEs), and business squads to develop and design solutions that meet business requirements.
• Serve as a bridge between business functions and IT teams, providing subject matter expertise and ensuring alignment between user needs and technical solutions.
• Participate in architectural discussions and decisions to ensure system scalability, performance, and maintainability.
• Design, code, test, and debug complex software applications, focusing on high-impact and mission-critical components.
• Develop enterprise-class applications and integrations in line with Group Technology Services' solution architecture.
• Plan, organize, and monitor development projects, ensuring delivery meets established standards and operational efficiency targets.
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve or enhance existing systems and applications.
• Perform application customization and integration, including user training, implementation support, and ongoing maintenance.
• Conduct code reviews to ensure adherence to secure coding standards, maintain code quality, and promote best practices.
• Manage and resolve application issues promptly while monitoring and maintaining production system SLAs.
• Provide first- and second-level support for applications, ensuring effective troubleshooting and resolution.
• Offer technical guidance, mentoring, and coaching to junior developers, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and governance requirements, including those from BNM, PayNet, and other relevant authorities.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4-5 years of experience in software development or related technical roles.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and conceptual thinking skills.
• Proficiency in designing, coding, testing, and debugging complex applications.
• Familiarity with banking products, processes, and operations is an advantage.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams.

What We Offer

At RHB Banking Group, we foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer competitive remuneration, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic technology-driven environment. You will have the opportunity to contribute to enterprise-scale projects that shape the future of banking, while working alongside some of the industry’s best talent.