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Java Developer | Software Engineer (Backend)

Summary

Backend Java/Node.js engineer building high-concurrency, high-availability systems with Kafka, Redis, and MySQL; owns design, scaling, and performance tuning for core components.

Job Overview
  • 5 Work Days Per Week
  • Current Office Near to Kaki Bukit MRT, Singapore
  • Will Relocate to Tai Seng MRT in September 2026
  • Medical & Dental Benefits Provided
  • Entitled to Yearly Bonus & Performance Bonus
  • Current Application & Web App are using Java & Node.js
Job Requirements
  • Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline
  • At least 3 years of software engineer / backend development experience (Java / Node.Js) is preferable for this post
  • Strong understanding of computer science fundamentals (operating systems, network principles, data structures, and algorithms)
  • Programming Languages: High proficiency in Java (including JVM internals and performance tuning) or Node.js (including its event-driven architecture and asynchronous programming model). Proficiency in both is a significant plus.
  • Frameworks & Middleware: Proficient with common open-source frameworks and tools such as Kafka, RocketMQ, Dubbo, Zookeeper, and Redis.
  • Deep knowledge of MySQL, including schema design, SQL optimization, and database scaling strategies.
  • System Experience: Proven, hands-on experience in building, deploying, and maintaining high-concurrency, high-performance, and high-availability systems.
Job Responsibilities ( Senior Backend Engineer) Design & Development
  • Take ownership of the design, development, refactoring, and performance optimization of core system components, delivering high-quality and maintainable code.
Technical Innovation & Problem-Solving
  • Research, design, and implement innovative solutions to address complex business and technical problems, particularly in high-concurrency scenarios.
System Architecture
  • Contribute to system architecture decisions, focusing on scalability, high availability, and fault tolerance.
Full‑Lifecycle Participation
  • Actively participate in the entire software development lifecycle, from requirements analysis and system design to testing, deployment, and operational monitoring.
Collaboration & Knowledge Sharing
  • Work effectively with local and regional team members, as well as business unit partners.
  • Share knowledge, promote best practices, and help elevate the team's overall technical capabilities.

Pay: $3,500.00 - $7,000.00 per month

Benefits
  • Cell phone reimbursement
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Vision insurance
Work Location

In person

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