Software Developer (Backend)

RECRUIT EXPRESS PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is looking for a Senior Backend Developer to lead the design and maintenance of scalable backend systems and microservices. The successful applicant will have 7+ years in backend development, familiar with various modern technologies including Node.js and cloud platforms. This role offers the opportunity to mentor junior developers and actively participate in technical discussions.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of backend development experience.
• Strong analytical and leadership skills.
• Proficient in Node.js and Java.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of scalable backend systems.
• Drive technical discussions and make architectural decisions.
• Act as a mentor to junior developers.

Skills

Backend Development

Microservices

APIs

Database Design

Cloud Technologies

Leadership

DevOps

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

Node.js

Java

Spring Boot

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the design, development, and maintenance of scalable backend systems, microservices, and RESTful APIs.
• Collaborate with product managers and frontend teams to deliver fit-for-purpose digital solutions aligned with business and IT strategy.
• Ensure backend systems are secure, reliable, and optimised for performance.
• Drive technical discussions, make architectural decisions, and review code to ensure adherence to best practices and standards.
• Act as a mentor to junior developers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.
• Manage system integrations across internal and third-party platforms
• Contribute to DevOps processes and CI/CD pipelines to support rapid and safe software delivery.
• Document key design decisions, system workflows, and technical specifications.
• Support production systems, troubleshoot issues, and ensure uptime and resilience.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCES

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ years of hands-on backend development experience in enterprise or cloud-native applications.
• Proficient in Node.js, Java, and backend frameworks such as Spring Boot or Spring Cloud.
• Solid experience with microservices architecture, RESTful APIs, and message queues (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ).
• Strong database design and management skills (SQL & NoSQL – e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB).
• Comfortable working in Linux environments, with knowledge of shell scripting and deployment practices.
• Familiar with containerisation and orchestration tools such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience in system integration with platforms like SAP, Salesforce, or other enterprise systems is a plus.
• Understanding of secure coding principles and API security standards (OAuth2, JWT, etc.).
• Familiarity with AI services (e.g., Azure Cognitive Services, Google AI APIs) is a plus.
• Familiarity with automated testing tools (e.g., JUnit, Postman, Selenium, or similar) is a plus.
• Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), CI/CD tools (e.g., GitLab CI, Jenkins), and observability tools is advantageous.
• Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills. Able to articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Interested applicants please send your resume to [e-mail]

Venessa Goh Wee Ni

R24124686

Recruit Express Pte Ltd

EA License No: 99C4599

RCB No.: 199601303W

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.