Senior Software Engineer (App Developer)

Great Eastern; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company in Malaysia seeks a Senior Software Engineer with a strong background in Java application development. The ideal candidate will have 5-8 years of experience, solid object-oriented programming skills, and familiarity with various web services and frameworks. Responsibilities include building high-performance applications and collaborating with teams to ensure project success. Knowledge in LIFE insurance and mobile development are preferred. This is a permanent employment opportunity in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–8 years of experience in application development.
• Preferably with LIFE insurance domain knowledge.
• Experience with Objective-C is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain Java applications from concept to testing.
• Solve business problems and translate requirements into technical design.
• Develop documentation as appropriate requirements.

Skills

Java

Object-oriented programming

Front-end development skills

RESTful web services

Automation testing

Performance tuning

Education

Recognised university degree in a relevant discipline

Tertiary qualification in IT

Tools

Apache

JBoss

WebLogic

Microsoft SQL Server

.NET Framework

Spring

Job description

Senior Software Engineer (App Developer)

Position: Senior Software Engineer (Java Developer)

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As a LIFE company, our customers are at the heart of all that we do. Being one of Asia’s leading insurers for over a century, we have built a long‑lasting legacy of trust with our customers across many generations.

The Role:

• Responsible for building and maintaining Java applications, including managing Java/Java EE application development while providing expertise in the full software development lifecycle, from concept and design to testing.
• Commitment to collaborative problem solving; translate business functions/requirements into technical design and product quality.
• Contribute in all phases of the development lifecycle.
• Develop high‑volume, low‑latency applications and deliver high‑availability and performance.
• Translate application design and use cases into functional applications.
• Design, build, and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable application coding.
• Identify bottlenecks and bugs, and propose solutions to these problems.
• Prepare and produce releases of software components.
• Proficient in Java.
• Solid understanding of object‑oriented programming.
• Familiar with various design and architectural patterns.
• Skill for writing reusable Java libraries.
• Knowledge of concurrency patterns in Java.
• Implement automated testing platforms and unit tests.
• Analyze and perform evaluation on defects raised by users to further advise.
• Provide support for SIT/UAT.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment with minimum direction and management oversight.
• Gather requirements around functionality and translate those requirements into elegant functional solutions.
• Develop documentation as appropriate requirements.
• Good knowledge in front‑end development skills and experience.
• Maintain awareness of industry trends on regulatory compliance, emerging threats, and technologies to better safeguard the company.
• Highlight any potential concerns/risks and proactively share best risk‑management practice.
• Other responsibilities entailed.

The Person:

• Recognised university degree in a relevant discipline.
• Preferable tertiary qualification in IT and insurance industry certification (e.g., LOMA).
• Minimum 5–8 years experience in application developer position.
• Preferably with LIFE insurance domain knowledge & exposure to packaged insurance products are highly desirable.
• Experience with Objective‑C is preferred.
• Experienced in RESTful web services, automation testing and performance tuning will be an added advantage.
• Experience in major web, application & database servers & frameworks such as Apache, JBoss web server, WebLogic, Oracle, Spring, Microsoft IIS, .NET Framework & Microsoft SQL Server.
• Prior experience in mobile development is an added advantage.
• High level of integrity, takes accountability of work and has a good attitude over teamwork.
• Takes initiative to improve the current state of things and is adaptable to embrace new changes.

Great Eastern Malaysia is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity, and all qualified applicants shall receive a fair and equal consideration for employment.

Entity: Great Eastern Life Malaysia

Employment Type: Permanent

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