Mid-Level Software Developer (Python)
Summary
Mid-level Python backend developer at HFM (HF Markets), a multi-asset broker, in Kuala Lumpur. Day to day: design, build, and maintain FastAPI-based backend services, write clean tested code, debug and improve the codebase, and collaborate with cross-functional teams using Python, SQLAlchemy, MariaDB, Redis, RabbitMQ, and Kubernetes.
About HF Markets:
HF Markets is an internationally acclaimed multi-asset broker, delivering cutting-edge trading tools, platforms, and conditions to traders worldwide. We are committed to innovation, transparency, and excellence in the financial markets.
Your role at HFM:
- Design, develop,
and maintain Python backend applications.
- Write clean,
reusable, testable, and efficient code.
- Collaborate with
cross-functional teams to define, design, and release new features.
- Perform debugging,
troubleshooting, modifications, and unit testing.
- Identify and suggest ways to improve existing codebase.
Requirements
- BSc/BA in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.
- 2+ years’ experience in software development.
- Experience with relational databases.
- Fluency with Git.
- Strong problem-solving mindset.
- Native proficiency in English.
- Experience with Python backend frameworks such as FastAPI, Flask or Django REST Framework (FastAPI is the primary framework for our APIs).
- Experience
with CI/CD pipeline and related workflows.
- Familiarity with ORM-Repository patterns (SQLAlchemy, SQLModel)
- Basic understanding of Docker and Kubernetes concepts.
Our Tech Stack:
- Our main programming language is Python. We are primarily using FastAPI, Pydantic and SQLAlchemy. Our main datastore is MariaDB (Galera cluster), but we are also using MongoDB, Redis and RabbitMQ as a message broker. Our applications are deployed on Kubernetes clusters through Jenkins pipelines and we are using Prometheus and Open Telemetry for enhanced observability.
**Resumes submitted must be in English
Benefits
- By joining us, you can expect:
- Hybrid Work Model (2 days working from home).
- 21 days of Annual Leave
- Comprehensive Health Insurance (from day one!)
- Birthday Leave
- Referral Bonus