Software Development Manager [up to RM 23k]

Randstad Malaysia; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital solutions company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a skilled Technical Lead to oversee backend engineering teams. The role involves driving the technical roadmap, mentoring engineers, and ensuring high-quality software delivery. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in Java Springboot and a proven track record in technical leadership. Join a tech-driven environment that values innovation and quality.

Benefits

Hybrid Work Arrangement

Public Transport Accessible

Tech Driven Environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of software engineering experience, with at least 2 years in a technical leadership role.
• Proven experience leading high-performing technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of backend engineers in developing scalable applications.
• Own and drive the technical roadmap, ensuring alignment with architectural standards.

Skills

Java

Springboot

Microservices

NodeJS

Python

Kotlin

React Native

JavaScript

Education

College/Pre-University

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

GCP

Azure

Job description

• Hybrid Work Arrangement
• Public Transport Accessible
• Tech Driven Environment

About the Company

Randstad has partnered with a reputable Digital Solutions Company focusing on providing high performance, secure and effective solutions to their clients across the region. Your future employers keep modern and effective Technology as the base to their success in delivering optimum solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor a team of backend engineers in developing scalable applications primarily using Java Springboot along with other programming languages (e.g., Python, Kotlin, Go, React Native, NodeJS etc.).

• Own and drive the technical roadmap, ensuring alignment with architectural standards and business goals.

• Provide strong technical guidance, perform code reviews, and contribute to development as needed.

• Collaborate closely with product managers, architects, and other stakeholders to define and align on project requirements and timelines.

• Foster a high-performance, engineering-first culture with an emphasis on quality, speed, and continuous improvement.

• Identify technical risks and propose effective mitigation strategies.

• Continuously improve engineering processes, tools, and systems to enhance team productivity and product quality.

Requirements:

• Minimum 8 years of software engineering experience, with at least 2 years in a technical leadership or managerial role.

• Strong proficiency in Java Springboot Microservices and experience with one or more modern programming languages (e.g., Python, Kotlin, Scala, Go, React Native, NodeJS, JavaScript).

• Solid understanding of software architecture, system design, and scalable backend services.

• Proven experience leading and growing high-performing technical teams.

• Hands-on experience with agile development practices, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, or Azure).

• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Experience working in a microservices architecture

• Familiarity with containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).

• Exposure to DevOps practices and tools.

experience

8 years

skills

Java, Springboot, Microservices, J2EE, Spring MVC, NodeJS, Python, Kotlin, React Native, Javascript

qualifications

no additional qualifications required

education

College/Pre-University