Senior Backend Developer (Java, Python)

About the Position

We are seeking a Senior Backend Developer with expertise in Java and Python to join our team in Vietnam, focusing on building and improving backend systems for a digital banking platform.

Responsibilities

• Build and continuously improve backend systems and services.
• Develop RESTful APIs and event-driven microservices.
• Design and operate reliable, scalable, and secure backend services.
• Develop services using Kotlin or Java within a cloud-native microservice architecture.
• Work with event streams and relational databases.
• Build high-quality, maintainable code supported by strong automated testing.
• Use containers and orchestration platforms to deploy and operate services.
• Implement and continuously improve CI/CD practices.
• Monitor production services, investigate issues, and respond to incidents.
• Take end-to-end ownership of services following a “you build it, you run it” approach.
• Collaborate effectively within fast-paced, cross-functional engineering and product teams.

Requirements

• Strong proficiency in Kotlin/Java, and Python.
• Solid experience in backend software development.
• Strong understanding of distributed systems and microservice architecture.
• Hands-on experience with event-driven architecture and event streams.
• Strong RESTful API design skills, including backward compatibility.
• Experience working with relational databases.
• Strong software testing practices, including unit and integration testing.
• Experience with CI/CD processes and modern software delivery practices.
• Experience with containers and orchestration platforms.
• Hands-on experience with AWS or similar cloud environments.
• Strong ownership mindset for production operations and incident response.
• Ability to work effectively in fast-paced, cross-functional teams.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Nice to Have

• Familiarity with AI-assisted software development workflows.
• Experience working in cloud-native engineering environments.
• Exposure to continuous delivery and production ownership practices.
• Experience working with Thought Machine Vault Core or similar cloud-native core banking platforms.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent.
• Proven experience in backend development and modern software engineering practices.
• Experience designing and operating distributed, cloud-based microservices.
• Quick learner with a results-driven mindset.
• Strong collaboration skills and ability to work effectively across engineering and product teams.

We Offer

• Opportunity to work with some of the brightest people in business and technology on challenging and rewarding projects.
• Collaborative work environment with a family atmosphere.
• Commitment to grow tech talents worldwide.

About the Company

We show commitment to our investors and stand for solid, long-term growth performance. Founded in Germany in 1987 and in American territory since 2008, GFT expanded globally to over 10,000 experts. And to more than 15 markets to ensure proximity to clients. With new opportunities from Asia to Brazil, the international growth story continues. We are committed to grow tech talents worldwide. Because our team’s strong consulting and development skills across legacy and pioneering technologies, like GreenCoding, underpin success. We maintain a family atmosphere in an inclusive work environment.

Locations

• Ho Chi Minh City, VN, 700000
• Hanoi, VN, 10000

Work Location Type

• Hybrid

(Note: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to every candidate individually. If you have not received a response from GFT regarding your application within 10 workdays, please consider that we have decided to proceed with other candidates. We truly appreciate your interest in GFT and thank you for your understanding)