About this role
About Snappymob Malaysia
Snappymob is a boutique technical consultancy specializing in fintech and financial services in Malaysia and APAC. We craft cutting-edge web and mobile solutions that push boundaries, tackling the impossible challenges that others won't even attempt.
Our vibrant team of 100+ innovators from 18 nationalities brings together world-class engineers, QA specialists, and designers. We're obsessed with our craft, thrive on continuous learning, and collaborate to turn ambitious ideas into reality.
About the role
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Node.js Developer to join our engineering team. This opportunity is open to Malaysian candidates only. The role involves designing, developing, and maintaining scalable web applications, with a strong focus on performance, reliability, and responsiveness across both frontend and backend systems.
Key Responsibilities
Define solution design and system architecture for customer-facing and backend applications.
Design and develop scalable, high-performance, and low-latency systems for mission-critical applications.
Translate business requirements into technical solutions and drive technology strategy alignment.
Develop end-to-end solutions across mobile/client, backend services, and databases (including APIs and stored procedures).
Ensure software quality through code reviews, unit testing, integration testing, and agile practices.
Write and maintain technical documentation, including architecture and API documentation.
Troubleshoot, debug, and enhance existing systems to ensure stability and performance.
Manage system monitoring, production support, release management, and application security.
Support SIT/UAT activities and resolve technical issues during project delivery.
Collaborate with product managers and engineering teams to design and deliver effective solutions.
Provide technical leadership and guidance to ensure high-quality engineering outcomes.
What would you need?
4+ years of hands-on software engineering experience in Agile environments.
Extensive experience in Node.js for REST APIs and microservices.
Strong expertise in microservices, event-driven, and distributed system architecture.
Extensive AWS experience (Lambda, API Gateway, Step Functions, S3, RDS, DynamoDB, SNS, SQS, EventBridge, IAM, VPC, CloudWatch).
Strong experience in serverless architecture using AWS Lambda.
Solid understanding of system design principles focused on scalability, reliability, and performance (NFRs).
Strong knowledge of SQL and NoSQL databases, including schema design and performance tuning.
Experience with DevOps practices, CI/CD, Git, and automated testing.
Understanding of networking fundamentals (HTTP/HTTPS, TCP/IP, WebSockets).
Strong problem-solving, communication, and team leadership skills.
Why Join Us?
Candidate Eligibility: Malaysian citizens only.
Accessible Location: Conveniently located near the LRT for easy commuting.
Career Growth: Thrive with mentorship, skill-enhancing workshops, and continuous learning opportunities.
Flexible Work Options: Achieve work-life balance with 2 days WFH, 3 days in-office, and flexible hours.
Innovative Projects: Contribute to exciting, cutting-edge projects that challenge and enhance your skills.
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