Senior Backend Engineer (Python/C)

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

Job summary

A cybersecurity leader in Singapore is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to design and maintain scalable backend services. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of backend development experience with strong skills in Python and C programming. This role involves implementing microservices architecture and developing containerized applications using Docker in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Private health insurance

Flexible office working hours

Professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in backend development, delivering scalable solutions.
• Strong programming skills in Python (non-negotiable).
• Proficiency in C programming (non-negotiable).
• Experience with microservices architecture and system architecture principles.
• Internal OS development experience and knowledge of Linux OS.
• Ability to take full ownership of tasks from analysis to deployment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain robust backend services using modern technologies.
• Implement and maintain microservices architecture.
• Work with both SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Develop and deploy containerized applications using Docker.
• Contribute to internal OS development efforts and optimize system performance.

Skills

Python

C programming

Microservices

SQL

NoSQL

Docker

Linux OS

Job description

Senior Backend Engineer (Python/C) - Singapore

Seeking an expert Backend Engineer in Singapore with deep expertise in Python, C programming, and microservices architecture to build high-performance systems for a B2G cybersecurity leader.

The Technical Challenge

Join a fast-paced team building and maintaining a scalable, microservices-based architecture focused on advanced security solutions. This is a hands‑on, end‑to‑end development role.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain robust backend services using modern technologies, with a strong emphasis on Python and C programming.
• Implement and maintain microservices architecture.
• Work with both SQL and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB).
• Develop and deploy containerized applications using Docker.
• Contribute to internal OS development efforts and optimize system performance, stability, and security.
• Ensure high‑quality code standards through testing and peer reviews, collaborating with cross‑functional teams.

Your Profile

• 5+ years of experience in backend development, delivering scalable solutions
• Strong programming skills in Python (non‑negotiable)
• Proficiency in C programming (non‑negotiable)
• Experience with microservices architecture and system architecture principles
• Experience with internal OS development and a working knowledge of Linux OS
• Ability to take full ownership of tasks from analysis to deployment

What We Offer

Join a growing start‑up environment with the unique opportunity to shape the future of cybersecurity

• Competitive salary and private health insurance
• Flexible office working hours
• Professional growth opportunities and a culture built on trust, diversity, and innovation