Mid-Level Software Developer (Python)
Summary
Mid-level Python backend developer at HF Markets, a multi-asset broker, building and maintaining backend APIs and services in Kuala Lumpur. The stack centers on Python with FastAPI, Pydantic and SQLAlchemy over MariaDB, MongoDB, Redis and RabbitMQ, deployed to Kubernetes via Jenkins with Prometheus and OpenTelemetry observability.
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia | Posted on 23/09/2026
- Country Malaysia
- Postal Code N/A
Job Description
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.
We are searching for an enthusiastic and committed Mid-Level Software Developer to join our dynamic team at HFM.
We are looking for a candidate with a proactive mindset and the ability to tackle challenges effectively.
Your role at HFM:
- Design, develop,and maintain Python backend applications.
- Write clean,reusable, testable, and efficient code.
- Collaborate withcross-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).
- Experiencewith CI/CD pipeline and related workflows.
- Familiarity with ORM-Repository patterns (SQLAlchemy, SQLModel)
- Basic understanding of Docker and Kubernetes concepts.
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
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!)
- Referral Bonus
Sounds like you? Come and write the next chapter with us!
All applications will be treated as confidential.