Senior Backend Software Engineer

PLUVIA PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a highly skilled Senior Backend Software Engineer to develop innovative rainfall intelligence platforms. This role involves architecting robust backend systems, collaborating with teams to deliver AI-driven solutions, and mentoring junior engineers. Join a mission-driven team to shape climate-resilient decision-making across Southeast Asia.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Medical insurance

Term life insurance

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in backend software engineering.
• Strong programming skills in Python and/or Node.js.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing.

Responsibilities

• Architect, design, and develop scalable backend systems and APIs.
• Lead the development of data pipelines for real-time processing.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements.

Skills

Python

Node.js

SQL

NoSQL

Problem Solving

Communication

Tools

Docker

GitLab

GitHub

Kafka

RabbitMQ

ActiveMQ

Azure

AWS

GCP

Job description

Pluvia is seeking a highly skilled Senior Backend Software Engineer to drive the development of our next-generation rainfall intelligence and analytics platforms. In this pivotal role, you will architect, build, and maintain robust, scalable backend systems that power climate-resilient decision-making for critical industries across Southeast Asia. You will collaborate closely with frontend engineers, data scientists, DevOps, and product managers to deliver innovative, AI-driven software solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect, design, and develop scalable backend systems and APIs using modern programming languages (e.g., Python, Node.js, JavaScript).
• Lead the development and optimization of robust data pipelines for real-time and batch processing of weather, geospatial, and business data.
• Integrate backend systems with Pluvia’s proprietary rainfall and flood prediction intelligence APIs, machine learning models, and external data sources.
• Design and manage high-performance SQL and NoSQL databases to support large-scale, real-time applications.
• Collaborate with DevOps to ensure CI/CD, automated testing, monitoring, and deployment best practices.
• Conduct code reviews, enforce coding standards, and mentor junior engineers.
• Write and maintain comprehensive technical documentation.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve complex technical issues in production environments.
• Stay updated on backend technology trends; proactively recommend and adopt relevant innovations.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions.

Required

• 5+ years of experience in backend software engineering, including system architecture and API development.
• Strong programming skills in Python and/or Node.js (JavaScript); experience with other backend languages is a plus.
• Deep understanding of SQL and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB).
• Experience designing and building RESTful and/or GraphQL APIs.
• Proven experience with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing frameworks, and DevOps practices.
• Hands-on experience with containerization (Docker) and cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP).
• Experience with version control systems (GitLab/GitHub).
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex systems.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; proven ability to work in cross-functional teams.
• Experience working in Agile/SCRUM environments.

Preferred

• Experience building data pipelines and working with event-driven architectures (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ, ActiveMQ).
• Exposure to geospatial data processing or GIS applications.
• Familiarity with microservices architecture and serverless computing.
• Experience with infrastructure-as-code and monitoring tools.
• Background in the water sector, climate, or related domains.
• Experience mentoring junior engineers and leading technical projects.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, scale-up environment.

What You’ll Gain

• Opportunity to shape the future of weather and climate intelligence in Southeast Asia.
• Exposure to cutting-edge AI, machine learning, and cloud-native technologies.
• Work in a vibrant, mission-driven, and inclusive team of international experts.
• Flexible working arrangements and a culture of continuous learning and growth.
• Competitive compensation, medical and term life insurance, and professional development opportunities.
• Real impact on climate resilience and business continuity for leading organizations.

Application Process

• Submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant backend engineering experience and motivation to join Pluvia.
• Include links to your GitHub or portfolio, if available.
• Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview and technical discussion.
• Contact: Catherine Ham | Email: [e-mail].

About Pluvia

Pluvia, rooted in Singapore’s Hydroinformatics Institute (H2i), delivers hyperlocal rainfall intelligence powered by AI and machine learning. We serve critical sectors-transportation, logistics, construction, and asset management-across Southeast Asia, enabling smarter, weather-resilient decisions. Our passionate team is shaping the future of climate-aware decision-making through robust, actionable weather insights.