Backend Engineer (JavaScript / Node.js)

AKKODIS SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Akkodis Singapore PTE. LTD. is seeking a Backend Engineer (JavaScript / Node.js) to join our Digital Payments client in Singapore. You will build secure, scalable backend services and RESTful APIs powering mobile and web payments.

Join a global engineering team focused on cloud-enabled platforms, secure integrations, and enterprise-grade performance. You will collaborate with product and security teams to deliver reliable payment solutions.

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience in JavaScript backend development (Node.js).
• Experience building RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Knowledge of secure API development and authentication protocols.
• Experience working with cloud-based backend infrastructure.
• Solid understanding of object-oriented programming and scalable software architecture.
• Experience with unit testing and automated testing frameworks.
• Familiarity with Git, Jenkins, CI/CD pipelines, and build automation tools.
• Strong debugging, troubleshooting, and analytical problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Backend Platform Development: Design, develop, and maintain secure backend services using JavaScript (Node.js).
• System & Platform Integration: Develop management platforms and dashboards for system monitoring and administration.
• Engineering & Product Development: Apply object-oriented design principles and modern backend engineering best practices.
• Quality & Reliability: Develop unit tests and automated testing; work with CI/CD pipelines; troubleshoot production issues.

Skills

Node.js backend

RESTful APIs

Security practices

Cloud backend

OOP concepts

Unit testing

Git

Jenkins

CI/CD pipelines

Debugging

Tools

Git

Jenkins

CI/CD pipelines

Job description

Backend Engineer (JavaScript / Node.js) - Digital Payments | Singapore

About Akkodis

Akkodis is a global leader in engineering and R&D, driving innovation and digital transformation through connected data. With over 50,000 engineers and digital experts across 30 countries spanning North America, EMEA, and APAC, Akkodis delivers world-class engineering expertise across diverse industries.

Our capabilities span software engineering, mobility, robotics, testing & simulation, AI & data analytics, cybersecurity, and digital technologies , enabling organizations to accelerate innovation at scale. Akkodis is part of the Adecco Group and brings together the combined strengths of AKKA and Modis under one global brand.

About the Role

Our client, a global leader in Digital Payments , is building a next‑generation mobile payment platform that enables secure proximity payments and e‑commerce transactions.

The platform empowers banks and enterprises to deliver seamless, multi-channel payment experiences through a unified, cloud‑enabled, and highly secure ecosystem. It integrates mobile SDKs, backend services, and cloud technologies to provide scalable, enterprise‑grade payment solutions.

We are looking for a Backend Engineer (JavaScript / Node.js) to join the R&D engineering team and contribute to the development of secure backend services, system integrations, and management platforms that power this innovative digital payment ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities

Backend Platform Development

• Design, develop, and maintain secure backend services using JavaScript (Node.js) .
• Build scalable RESTful APIs and microservices supporting mobile payment applications.
• Develop cloud‑based backend solutions that integrate seamlessly with mobile SDKs and enterprise platforms.
• Ensure secure integration with authentication services, payment gateways, and cloud infrastructure.

System & Platform Integration

• Develop management platforms and dashboards for system monitoring and administration.
• Collaborate closely with mobile SDK teams to deliver robust backend integrations.
• Design secure API architectures aligned with digital identity and payment security standards.

Engineering & Product Development

• Apply object-oriented design principles and modern backend engineering best practices.
• Contribute to platform enhancements, feature development, and technical architecture discussions.
• Participate in R&D initiatives to improve scalability, security, and performance.

Quality & Reliability

• Develop unit tests and automated testing to ensure high software quality.
• Work with CI/CD pipelines and build automation tools to support efficient software delivery.
• Troubleshoot complex production issues and provide Level 3 technical support when required.

Collaboration

• Partner with mobile developers, security engineers, architects, and product teams.
• Deliver secure, high-quality payment solutions within a highly regulated environment.

Skills & Experience

We're looking for someone with:

• Strong hands‑on experience in JavaScript backend development (Node.js) .
• Experience building RESTful APIs and microservices .
• Knowledge of secure API development and authentication protocols.
• Experience working with cloud‑based backend infrastructure.
• Solid understanding of object-oriented programming and scalable software architecture.
• Experience with unit testing and automated testing frameworks.
• Familiarity with Git , Jenkins , CI/CD pipelines, and build automation tools.
• Strong debugging, troubleshooting, and analytical problem‑solving skills.

Why Join Us?

Work on cutting‑edge Digital Payment technologies used globally.

Join a collaborative R&D engineering team building secure, enterprise‑scale platforms.

Be part of a global technology organization delivering innovative payment solutions.

Gain exposure to cloud technologies, security, mobile SDK integrations, and modern backend architectures.