Company Description

About Grab and Our Workplace

Grab is Southeast Asia's leading superapp. From getting your favourite meals delivered to helping you manage your finances and getting around town hassle-free, we've got your back with everything. In Grab, purpose gives us joy and habits build excellence, while harnessing the power of Technology and AI to deliver the mission of driving Southeast Asia forward by economically empowering everyone, with heart, hunger, honour, and humility.

Job Description

 

Get to Know the Team

At GrabFin, we empower the people of Southeast Asia, from consumers and drivers to every-day entrepreneurs, by ensuring financial inclusion for the underserved. The team is building solutions by enabling our partners (i.e. drivers and merchants) to get access to financial services (lending and insurance) products for their everyday needs.

Get to Know the Role 

We are looking for an experienced Senior Backend Engineer specializing in Java to join our engineering team in Jakarta, Indonesia. As a key member of our engineering department, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining robust backend systems that power our cutting-edge applications. You will be reporting to an Engineering Manager. This is an onsite role based in Jakarta.

The Critical Tasks You Will Perform

Architect and implement scalable, high-performance backend services using Java and related technologiesDesign and develop RESTful APIs to support frontend applications and third-party integrationsCollaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new featuresOptimize application performance and improve system efficiencyImplement and maintain database schemas, ensuring data integrity and securityParticipate in code reviews and contribute to the improvement of our development practicesTroubleshoot, debug, and resolve complex software issuesMentor junior developers and contribute to the team's technical growthStay up-to-date with emerging trends and technologies in backend development

 

Qualifications

What Essential Skills You Will Need

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field5+ years of experience in backend development using JavaStrong proficiency in Java programming and related frameworks (e.g., Spring Boot, Hibernate)Extensive experience in designing and implementing RESTful APIsSolid understanding of database systems (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL) and SQLProficiency in working with version control systems, preferably GitExperience with microservices architecture and distributed systemsExcellent debugging and troubleshooting abilitiesProficiency in writing unit tests and ensuring code qualityExperience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCPKnowledge of containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practicesExperience with performance tuning and optimization of Java applications

 

Additional Information

Life at Grab

We care about your well-being at Grab, here are some of the global benefits we offer:

We have your back with Term Life Insurance and comprehensive Medical Insurance.With GrabFlex, create a benefits package that suits your needs and aspirations.Celebrate moments that matter in life with loved ones through Parental and Birthday leave, and give back to your communities through Love-all-Serve-all (LASA) volunteering leaveWe have a confidential Grabber Assistance Programme to guide and uplift you and your loved ones through life's challenges.Balancing personal commitments and life's demands are made easier with our FlexWork arrangements such as differentiated hours

What We Stand For At Grab

We are committed to building an inclusive and equitable workplace that provides equal opportunity for Grabbers to grow and perform at their best. We consider all candidates fairly and equally regardless of nationality, ethnicity, race, religion, age, gender, family commitments, physical and mental impairments or disabilities, and other attributes that make them unique.