Senior Software Engineer

Techstreet Malaysia — Malaysia · Posted ~1 day ago

Senior

Skills

Python Django FastAPI Java Spring Boot Node.js Microservices SQL Database design Docker Cloud infrastructure AWS GCP PostgreSQL MongoDB

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Summary

A senior engineering position for designing scalable backend and full-stack systems, improving database performance, building reliable services, and deploying containerized applications in cloud environments.

Highlights

Build high-performance and secure software systems with a focus on scalable architecture, backend engineering, databases, and cloud deployments. The role suits engineers who enjoy solving complex technical challenges.

Description

We are hunting for a heavyweight Senior Software Engineer who loves building robust, high-throughput, and secure software systems. You will be responsible for designing full-stack or backend-heavy architectures, handling complex data pipelines, and ensuring system reliability under pressure. If you are a developer who obsesses over query optimization, system efficiency, containerized deployments, and clean software architecture, we want you on our team. Responsibilities: System Architecture: Design and develop scalable backend architectures and robust microservices using languages such as Python (Django/FastAPI), Java (Spring Boot), or Node.js (Next.js/Express).Database Engineering: Architect relational and non-relational database schemas (PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB), writing highly optimized SQL queries and executing complex data migrations.Cloud & DevOps Integration: Deploy and manage containerized applications using Docker onto cloud infrastructure (AWS or GCP), incorporating secure IAM, S3, and serverless computing structures.API Management: Design and maintain clean, secure, and well-documented RESTful APIs, enforcing strict input validation, rate limiting, and robust authentication (JWT/OAuth).Performance Optimization: Diagnose and resolve system bottlenecks, optimize server-side rendering (SSR), and implement caching strategies to improve overall responsiveness.Security & Engineering Culture: Spearhead secure coding standards, mentor junior engineers, conduct thorough code reviews, and drive automated CI/CD pipeline improvements. Requirements Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related fields, with 5+ years of professional hands-on backend or full-stack software development experience.Backend Expertise: Advanced proficiency in at least two of the following: Python (Django), Java (Spring Boot), PHP (Laravel), or TypeScript (Node.js/Next.js).Frontend & Tooling: Good command of modern frontend frameworks (React, Next.js, Tailwind CSS) and Git workflows.DevOps & Infrastructure: Solid hands-on experience with Docker, Linux administration, and cloud platforms (AWS/GCP). AWS Certified Solutions Architect or similar cloud badges are a massive advantage.Algorithm & Logic: Strong problem-solving skills with a solid grasp of data structures, algorithms, object-oriented programming (OOP), and software design patterns. Fluency in verbal and written English is mandatory.