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Bjak was looking for a Lead Software Engineer (Remote)

A1 (backed by BJAK) is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to build and maintain high-quality, stable systems. You will be responsible for full-stack development, from backend services to frontend applications, while guiding a team and contributing to our mission of providing accessible financial services in ASEAN.

What You'll Do

  • Develop high-quality backend systems using NodeJS, adhering to best coding practices.
  • Develop high-quality frontend applications using ReactJS / NextJS, adhering to best coding practices.
  • Ensure production stability and promptly resolve critical issues to minimize operational impact.
  • Analyze existing code and identify opportunities for enhancement and optimization.
  • Support cross-functional teams by addressing change requests efficiently.
  • Mentor and guide junior developers on best practices in software development.
  • Review peer pull requests to maintain code quality and consistency.

What We're Looking For

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field, with a strong foundation in algorithms and data structures.
  • Over 7 years of full-time experience in software engineering.
  • Proficient in backend development technologies such as NodeJS, NestJS, ExpressJS, GraphQL, and Postman.
  • Proficient in frontend development technologies such as ReactJS, NextJS, and Styled-components.
  • Experienced in database management, including MongoDB and MySQL.
  • Familiar with automation workflows using tools like Selenium, Cypress, and Puppeteer.
  • Demonstrated passion for programming and problem-solving independently.

Nice to Have

  • A portfolio of relevant projects is highly advantageous.
  • Experience with GCP or AWS cloud services and Infrastructure as Code practices.
  • Experience in UI/UX design.
  • Familiarity with Test-Driven Development (TDD) or Behavior-Driven Development (BDD).
  • Experience with web templating languages such as Pug or Slim.
  • Experience in technical documentation is a plus.

Technical Stack

  • Backend: NodeJS, NestJS, ExpressJS, GraphQL, Postman
  • Frontend: ReactJS, NextJS, Styled-components
  • Databases: MongoDB, MySQL
  • Automation: Selenium, Cypress, Puppeteer
  • Cloud: GCP, AWS
  • Templating: Pug, Slim

Team & Environment

International work environment with a flat organizational structure.

Benefits & Compensation

  • Fully Remote Role: Work from anywhere.
  • Innovative Challenges: Work on fast-moving, challenging, and unique business problems.
  • Career Growth: Benefit from strong learning and development plans for your career growth.
  • Global Environment: Thrive in an international work environment with a flat organizational structure.
  • Competitive Salary: Receive a competitive salary package.

Work Mode

This is a fully remote position with a global work mode.

A1 is an equal opportunity employer.

Required Skills
Node.jsExpress.jsGraphQLPostmanReact.jsNext.jsMongoDBMySQLTypeScriptREST APIsMicroservicesLeadership
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About company
Bjak
Bjak is focused on providing access to affordable and sustainable financial services for people in ASEAN. Headquartered in Malaysia, Bjak is the largest insurance portal in Southeast Asia. Their main portal, Bjak.com, helps millions find the insurance policy with the best value and highest coverage. They invest in technology such as Custom API, trading systems, and data science to enable easy access to financial services.
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Category fullstack
Posted 4 months ago