Lead Software Engineer (Remote)

📋 Description

• • Bjak is at the forefront of revolutionizing financial services across ASEAN, driven by a mission to make affordable and sustainable insurance accessible to everyone. As the largest insurance portal in Southeast Asia, our flagship platform, Bjak.com, empowers millions of individuals to discover insurance policies that offer the best value and comprehensive coverage tailored to their specific needs. Our strategic investments in cutting-edge technology, including custom APIs, sophisticated trading systems, and advanced data science, are instrumental in breaking down barriers to financial services that have historically been complex, inaccessible, or poorly understood.
• • We are embarking on an exciting phase of expansion, extending our operational reach within Malaysia and beyond. This growth trajectory presents a unique opportunity for dynamic and forward-thinking individuals who resonate with our vision and are eager to play a pivotal role in shaping the next chapter of Bjak's success story. We are seeking a Lead Software Engineer to join our globally distributed team and contribute significantly to our technological advancements.
• • As a Lead Software Engineer, you will be instrumental in architecting, developing, and maintaining robust, scalable, and high-quality software solutions. Your primary focus will be on building sophisticated backend systems using NodeJS, ensuring adherence to the highest coding standards and best practices. This includes designing and implementing efficient APIs, managing data persistence, and ensuring the overall health and performance of our server-side applications. You will be a key player in driving technical excellence and innovation within the engineering team.
• • Concurrently, you will contribute to the development of engaging and user-friendly frontend applications utilizing ReactJS and NextJS. This involves translating complex business requirements into intuitive user interfaces, ensuring a seamless and responsive user experience across all devices. You will champion frontend best practices, focusing on performance optimization, code maintainability, and the implementation of modern UI/UX principles to create compelling digital experiences for our users.
• • A critical aspect of this role is ensuring the unwavering stability of our production environment. You will be responsible for proactively monitoring system health, swiftly diagnosing and resolving critical issues, and implementing preventative measures to minimize any potential operational impact. Your ability to react quickly and effectively under pressure will be vital in maintaining the reliability and availability of our services.
• • You will also play a crucial role in the continuous improvement of our existing codebase. This involves conducting thorough analyses of current systems, identifying areas for enhancement, and implementing optimizations to improve performance, scalability, and maintainability. Your insights and contributions will directly impact the efficiency and effectiveness of our technology stack.
• • Collaboration is key to our success. You will actively support cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and other engineers, by efficiently addressing change requests and providing technical expertise. Your ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly and concisely will foster strong working relationships and ensure alignment across departments.
• • As a Lead Software Engineer, you are expected to be a mentor and guide to junior developers. You will share your extensive knowledge and experience, fostering a culture of learning and continuous improvement. This includes providing constructive feedback, conducting code reviews, and helping them grow their skills in software development best practices, clean code principles, and efficient problem-solving techniques.
• • Maintaining code quality and consistency across the team is paramount. You will conduct thorough peer pull request reviews, ensuring that all code adheres to our established standards, architectural guidelines, and best practices. This collaborative review process is essential for knowledge sharing, skill development, and upholding the integrity of our codebase.
• • This role offers a unique opportunity to work on fast-moving, challenging, and distinct business problems that are at the intersection of finance and technology. You will be part of an innovative environment where your contributions have a tangible impact on millions of users across Southeast Asia. We foster a global environment with a flat organizational structure, encouraging open communication and collaboration across all levels. Your career growth is a priority, supported by robust learning and development plans designed to help you achieve your professional aspirations. We offer a competitive salary package commensurate with your experience and expertise, ensuring you are rewarded for your valuable contributions to Bjak's mission.