Senior Backend & DevOps Engineer
Summary
Build and scale backend services and big-data pipelines using Spring Boot, Spark/Scala, and Kubernetes, while owning CI/CD, monitoring, and DevOps tooling for a global test-and-measurement platform.
Keysight Technologies Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. 4.6 View all jobs
is on the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~15,000 employees create world-class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries. Learn more
Our culture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry-first solutions. We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers.
Overview
is on the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~15,000 employees create world-class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries. Learn more
Our culture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry-first solutions. We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers.
Responsibilities
We are part of the Product Development team that is responsible for the growth of the Keysight businesses. You will work with Backend, DevOps, Data Engineering, Data Science, UI/UX, Architecture, and Management teams to deliver a scalable, performant, and secure analytics solution for customers.
Responsibilities:
Leadership & Delivery
- Lead backend and DevOps engineers, plan workloads, review code, and uphold engineering best practices to achieve the epic/sprint goals.
- Translate requirements into clear tasks and ensure timely, high-quality feature delivery.
Backend Engineering
- Design, develop, and maintain backend services (Spring Boot) and Big Data pipelines (Spark/Scala).
- Collaborate across teams to build end‑to‑end features with high performance and reliability.
DevOps & Platform Operations
- Own CI/CD pipelines, deployment automation, and environment readiness.
- Maintain Big Data tools (Hadoop, Spark, NiFi, etc.) and ensure system uptime, scaling, and monitoring.
- Drive security patching, vulnerability management, and operational improvements.
Production Support
- Deliver cadence releases, troubleshoot issues, conduct root‑cause analysis, and enhance system resilience.
Recommend new tools and technologies to modernize the PMA platform.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a software-related discipline, from an accredited college or university.
- 5 years of Backend/DevOps experience with strong hands‑on engineering ability.
- Proficiency with Hadoop ecosystem, Spark, Kafka, NiFi, HBase, and data pipelines.
- Strong hands‑on experience in backend service development using Spring Boot and RESTful web services.
- Strong experience in databases (SQL & NoSQL), Linux, shell scripting, GitLab/Bitbucket, CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI).
- Hands‑on experience developing, debugging, and maintaining Apache Spark applications using Scala.
- Experience with Docker, Kubernetes/OpenShift, and configuration tools (Ansible/Chef/Puppet).
- Proven success working in a team-oriented environment, Agile/SCRUM teamwork skills and demonstrated problem‑solving skills.
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience mentoring or leading small technical teams.
- Exposure to real‑time analytics, microservices, REST APIs, or cloud-based distributed systems.
- Experience bringing up Hadoop clusters and managing Big Data packages.
- Knowledge of observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, Elastic).
- Familiarity with cybersecurity and DevSecOps practices.
- Industry background in Test & Measurement, Electronics Manufacturing, PCBA, or Semiconductor workflows.
- Proactive, adaptable, and comfortable with fast-moving technical challenges.
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Keysight (NYSE: KEYS) is a global leader in electronic design and test solutions, headquartered in Santa Rosa, California. With over 15,000 employees serving innovators in more than 100 countries, Keysight accelerates innovation through industry-leading solutions and insights that connect and secure the world.
In Malaysia, Keysight has operated since 1972 in Penang’s Bayan Lepas Free Industrial Zone and today employs over 3,000 people as a global hub for R&D, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and enterprise operations.
Keysight (NYSE: KEYS) is a global leader in electronic design and test solutions, headquartered in Santa Rosa, California. With over 15,000 employees serving innovators in more than 100 countries, Keysight accelerates innovation through industry-leading solutions and insights that connect and secure the world.
In Malaysia, Keysight has operated since 1972 in Penang’s Bayan Lepas Free Industrial Zone and today employs over 3,000 people as a global hub for R&D, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and enterprise operations.