Overview
Senior Software Engineer (Kotlin / Java, Spring Boot) at EPAM Systems Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
We are looking for a Backend Engineer to design and deliver high-performance backend services and APIs. The role focuses on building scalable microservices with strong reliability, security, and maintainability. While the emphasis is on backend development, familiarity with Angular or React for frontend integration is considered a plus.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop and maintain backend services and APIs using Kotlin / Java (Spring Boot)
- Implement scalable microservices architectures with high reliability and performance
- Ensure application security, monitoring and optimization for mission-critical systems
- Write clean, testable, and maintainable code using industry-standard testing frameworks
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver backend-driven features
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex backend issues, including performance bottlenecks and scaling challenges
- (Optional) Contribute to frontend development using Angular or React
Requirements
Proficiency in Kotlin or Java with Spring Boot, with proven experience delivering production-grade systemsStrong understanding of microservices architecture, distributed systems and event-driven patternsExperience with relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., Postgres, MongoDB, CosmosDB), including schema design and performance tuningFamiliarity with testing frameworks (JUnit, Mockk, Mockito, TestContainers) and test automation practicesHands-on experience with CI / CD pipelines, containerization (Docker / Kubernetes), and version control (Git / GitHub / GitLab)Knowledge of application security principles (authentication, authorization, data protection)Ability to troubleshoot and resolve backend issues in complex environmentsExperience working in Agile / Scrum teams with collaborative development practicesNice to have
Cloud & DevOps : Azure or AWS; Event Grid, Kafka, Event Hub, Key Vault, GitHub Actions, Terraform, Azure DatabricksCI / CD & Infrastructure : Containerization, pipelines, and infrastructure-as-codeWe offer
By choosing EPAM, you're getting a job at one of the most loved workplaces according to Newsweek 2021 & 2022&2023.Employee ideas are the main driver of our business. We have a very supportive environment where your voice mattersYou will be challenged while working side-by-side with the best talent globally. We work with top-notch technologies, constantly seeking new industry trends and best practicesWe offer a transparent career path and an individual roadmap to engineer your future & accelerate your journeyAt EPAM, you can find vast opportunities for self-development : online courses and libraries, mentoring programs, partial grants of certification, and experience exchange with colleagues around the world. You will learn, contribute, and grow with usLife at EPAM
EPAM is a leader in the fastest-growing segment (product development / digital platform engineering) of the IT industry. We acquired Just-BI in 2021 to reinforce our leading position as a global Business Intelligence services provider and have been growing rapidly. With a talented multinational team, we provide data and analytics expertiseWe are involved in end-to-end BI design and implementation projects in major national and international companies. We are proud of our entrepreneurial start-up culture and are focused on investing in people by creating continuous learning and development opportunities for our employees who deliver engineering excellence for our clientsSeniority level
Mid-Senior levelEmployment type
Full-timeJob function
Information Technology, Engineering, and Business DevelopmentIndustries
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