Senior/Lead Backend Engineer (Product/ System/ SaaS/ PaaS)
We are currently looking for a strong
Backend Engineer with solid architectural understanding and hands-on development experience. You will play a key role in designing and developing sophisticated SaaS/PaaS applications that prioritize performance, usability, and accessibility, and building & leading your own team in the Vietnam office.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain robust, high-performing microservices using Java Spring Boot
- Design and implement scalable and distributed solutions to meet complex business requirements
- Utilize PostgreSQL for database management and integration within services
- Create and manage containerized applications using Docker and orchestrate deployments using Kubernetes (K8S)
- Work collaboratively with stakeholders to analyze requirements, propose solutions, and ensure alignment with business goals
- Develop comprehensive testing strategies, including unit and integration testing, to ensure reliable and secure applications
- Implement authentication and authorization mechanisms using OAuth and OpenID Connect
- Leverage public cloud platforms such as AWS and Azure for deploying and scaling applications
- Ensure code quality and maintainability by following best practices and conducting regular code reviews
Requirements:
- Strong Java and Spring Boot experience
- Strong software architecture understanding
- Experience with distributed systems / microservice architectures
- Good understanding of containerized environments (Docker/Kubernetes)
- PostgreSQL or other relational database experience
- Experience designing scalable backend systems and APIs
- Ability to work across backend and infrastructure topics when needed
- Experience building SaaS/PaaS products
- Familiarity with AI/LLM-related technologies is a plus
- Experience with DevOps, cloud environments, CI/CD pipelines, or platform engineering is a strong advantage
Soft Skills:
- Ability to drive technical decisions independently
- Mentoring or technical leadership experience
- Ownership mentality and ability to work in fast-moving product environments
- Strong ownership and accountability
- Excellent communication skills in English (spoken & written)
- Ability to work independently with limited guidance
- Pragmatic problem-solving mindset
- High motivation and reliability
- Product-oriented thinking instead of only task execution
- Ability to collaborate internationally with distributed teams
Why you'll love working here
- Working time: Monday-Friday 9:00-18:00 (Hybrid, at least 2 days/week at the office)
- Annual personal review meeting
- Full payment during probation period
- Full 13th salary
- 12 annual leaves
- Company trip
- Variable bonus
- Gifts on special events
- Monthly team bonding
- Full Equipment for your work