Senior Backend Engineer

TEAMLEASE DIGITAL SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Singapore is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in backend development, specializing in Golang, Java, and cloud-based microservices. Key responsibilities include developing scalable backend systems, implementing event-driven architectures, and deploying applications using Docker and Kubernetes. This role offers opportunities for growth within a collaborative and innovative environment.

Benefits

Collaborative work environment

Opportunities for professional growth

Engagement in cutting-edge technologies

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in backend development.
• Strong background in microservices architecture and event-driven systems.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to optimize system performance.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain highly scalable backend services.
• Implement event-driven architectures and microservices.
• Deploy and manage applications using Docker and Kubernetes.

Skills

Golang

Java

Cloud-based Microservices

Python

Kafka

Redis

Kubernetes

RESTful APIs

SQL Optimization

CI/CD Automation

Tools

Docker

Jenkins

OpenShift

Job description

Job Description

Overview

We are looking for a Senior Backend Engineer with expertise in Golang, Java, and Cloud-based Microservices to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in building and maintaining high-performance, scalable, and fault‑tolerant backend systems. This role involves developing event-driven architectures, optimizing system performance, and integrating DevOps tools to enhance system reliability.

Key Responsibilities

Backend System Development

• Design, develop, and maintain highly scalable backend services using Golang, Java, Kotlin, and Python.
• Implement event-driven architectures and microservices using Kafka, Redis, and Kubernetes.
• Develop and optimize RESTful APIs and GraphQL services for seamless integration.
• Migrate and optimize database structures using MongoDB, MariaDB, Postgres, and Redis.

System Performance & Reliability

• Design real‑time WebSocket solutions for low-latency data delivery.
• Implement caching strategies (Redis, LRU) to optimize API performance.
• Boost system efficiency by optimizing SQL queries and database interactions.

DevOps & Cloud Integration

• Deploy and manage applications using Docker, Kubernetes, and OpenShift.
• Set up CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and GitOps for seamless deployment.
• Ensure fault tolerance and high availability in distributed systems using Raft consensus algorithms.

Security & Authentication

• Develop secure user management systems, integrating with LDAP and IDEAL authentication protocols.
• Implement best practices for data encryption, API security, and access control mechanisms.

Collaboration & Agile Development

• Work closely with cross‑functional teams, including frontend engineers, data engineers, and product managers.
• Participate in Scrum‑based Agile development, ensuring timely delivery of features and fixes.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical implementations.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• 5+ years of experience in backend development, with expertise in Golang, Java, Kotlin, and Python.
• Strong background in microservices architecture, RESTful APIs, and event-driven systems.
• Experience with Kafka, Redis, Elasticsearch, and NoSQL/SQL databases.
• Knowledge of containerization and orchestration tools like Docker, Kubernetes, and OpenShift.
• Proficiency in CI/CD automation using Jenkins, GitOps, and Bash scripting.
• Familiarity with BDD, TDD, and Agile methodologies.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and ability to optimize system performance.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work in a fast‑paced DevOps environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in financial services, e-commerce, or large-scale distributed systems.
• Hands‑on experience with GRPC, fault‑tolerant key‑value systems, and concurrent transaction handling.
• Prior experience with multi‑tenancy applications and cloud infrastructure.

Why Join Us?

• Work on high-performance distributed systems that power financial and marketplace applications.
• Be part of a collaborative, high-caliber engineering team with opportunities for growth.
• Engage in cutting‑edge cloud computing and DevOps automation.