Senior Software Engineer, Backend
Core
Build and maintain high-throughput, real-time distributed backend services and APIs for Grab's driver partner marketplace in Southeast Asia.
Role type
Senior IC backend software engineer (team lead)
Builds
Backend service clusters, APIs, and distributed computing frameworks for driver engagement and order fulfilment
Domain
Ride-hailing and food delivery marketplace in Southeast Asia
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
Backend development, distributed systems, database optimization (MySQL, Presto), cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure), CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, Golang, Scala, Apache Flink
Preferred skills
Leading small teams, proactive problem solving
Technologies
Golang, Scala, Apache Flink, MySQL, Presto, AWS, GCP, Azure
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain backend services and APIs, write efficient database queries and optimize system performance, contribute to cloud platform projects and support deployments, implement and maintain automated testing, collaborate with cross-functional teams
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership