Senior Backend Developer (Python, Java)

About the Position

We are seeking a Senior Backend Developer (Python, Java) to build new features and keep critical platforms running for a multi-year ANZ engineering transformation. You will work across modern and legacy systems, support production issues, and help the team adopt AI-assisted delivery practices using tools like GitHub Copilot.

Responsibilities

• Build new features and enhancements for customer-facing platforms and internal products
• Support business-critical applications through production support, incident resolution, and continuous improvement
• Develop across a mixed stack with a focus on Python and Java while navigating legacy components
• Troubleshoot complex issues across services, integrations, and environments with a pragmatic, problem-solving approach
• Collaborate in cross-functional balanced teams using Agile methods such as Scrum or Kanban
• Communicate technical trade-offs, progress, and operational updates clearly to Australia and New Zealand stakeholders
• Contribute to AI-assisted engineering practices, including AI-supported analysis, coding, and testing where appropriate
• Participate in on-call support coverage as needed to meet operational requirements

Requirements

• Proven experience building and supporting applications using Python and Java
• Ability to work as a polyglot engineer across multiple languages without needing equal depth in each
• Knowledge of production support practices including incident triage, root-cause analysis, and remediation
• Exposure to PHP and/or Node.js in enterprise environments, even if not your primary stack today
• Comfort learning or refreshing less-recent technologies to support legacy systems when needed
• Clear communication in spoken English for collaboration with Australia and New Zealand teams
• Mindset suited to a managed-services environment balancing feature delivery with operational priorities

Nice to Have

• Experience in managed services, long-term support, or KTLO-style engagements
• Exposure to modernization programs balancing stability and incremental improvement
• Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot or similar
• Spec-Driven Development (SDD) and Test-Driven Development (TDD) experience

We Offer

• Opportunity to work in a hybrid role in Malaysia
• Be part of a multi-year ANZ engineering transformation
• Collaborate with a diverse and talented team

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