Senior Software Engineer (PHP)

Ideagen Damstra; Shah Alam; Hybrid; MYR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology company based in Malaysia is seeking a skilled individual experienced in AWS cloud-native technologies and CI/CD solutions. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of code review practices and cybersecurity fundamentals. Excellent English communication skills, along with a degree in Computer Science or relevant certifications, are essential. The role offers flexible working arrangements and a chance to enhance your career while making a difference in safety through technology.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Work-life balance support

Responsibilities

• Implement cloud-native technologies on AWS.
• Deliver reliable solutions using CI/CD tooling.
• Understand cyber security fundamentals and advise best practices.
• Work with Agile methodologies like Scrum.
• Communicate effectively with technical and management stakeholders.

Skills

Cloud-native technologies

CI/CD pipelines

Code review practices

Agile methodologies

Excellent English communication

Education

Degree in Computer Science/Engineering

AWS certifications

Cybersecurity credentials (e.g., CEH)

Tools

GitHub Actions

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Responsibilities

• Experienced in implementing cloud‑native technologies—app services, functions, containers, microservices, and APIs—ideally on AWS, with additional exposure to relational databases such as Oracle, MySQL, or Postgres.
• Skilled in delivering reliable solutions using CI/CD pipelines and tooling such as GitHub Actions, Buildkite, Octopus, Docker, and Kubernetes, ideally in a 24/7/365 SaaS environment, with strong Git proficiency.
• Strong understanding of code review practices, cyber security fundamentals, red/blue team activities, and OWASP Top 10, with the ability to advise on best practices in architecture, testing, web application security, implementation, and team workflows.
• 3+ years of experience working with Agile methodologies such as Scrum and familiarity with Gherkin and Cucumber for defining stories and success criteria.
• Excellent English communication skills across technical, product, and management stakeholders; demonstrates a willingness to teach and to learn at all levels.
• Holds (or is working toward) relevant qualifications such as a degree in Computer Science/Engineering, AWS certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Developer), or cybersecurity credentials such as CEH.

About Ideagen

Ideagen is the invisible force behind many things we rely on every day - from keeping airplanes soaring in the sky, to ensuring the food on our tables is safe, to helping doctors and nurses care for the sick. So, when you think of Ideagen, think of it as the silent teammate that\'s always working behind the scenes to help those people who make our lives safer and better.

Everyday millions of people are kept safe using Ideagen software. We have offices all over the world including America, Australia, Malaysia and India with people doing lots of different and exciting jobs.

We\'re building a future-ready team, and AI is part of how we work smarter. If you\'re curious, adaptable and open to using AI to improve how you work, you\'ll thrive at Ideagen!

What is next?

If your application meets the requirements for this role, our Talent Acquisition team will be in touch to guide you through the next steps.

To ensure a flexible and inclusive process, please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments by contacting us at ***********@ideagen.com. All matters will be treated with strict confidence.

At Ideagen, we value the importance of work-life balance and welcome candidates seeking flexible working arrangements. If this is something you are interested in, please let us know during the application process.

Enhance your career and make the world a safer place!