Backend Developer (Java & Springboot)
Kuala Lumpur , W.P. Kuala Lumpur
|Hybrid
|Contract
Kuala Lumpur, W.P. Kuala Lumpur
|Hybrid
|Contract
Job ID 8169|Posted Apr 1, 2026
JOB DESCRIPTION
Backend Developer (Java & Springboot)
Bangsar South, Kuala Lumpur
About Horizontal: Established since 2003 in the US, Horizontal solves complex challenges across two distinct businesses: Horizontal Digital and Horizontal Talent. We are consistently recognized for being a top workplace and one of the fastest-growing private companies. Horizontal Talent specializes in staffing for IT, Digital & Creative, and Business & Strategy markets. We have global offices in the US, UAE, India, Malaysia and Australia.
Job Summary:
We are looking for a Backend Developer with strong experience in Java and Spring Boot to design, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications.
Key Responsibilities:
Key Requirements:
Nice to have:
The above description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Bangsar South, Kuala Lumpur
About Horizontal: Established since 2003 in the US, Horizontal solves complex challenges across two distinct businesses: Horizontal Digital and Horizontal Talent. We are consistently recognized for being a top workplace and one of the fastest-growing private companies. Horizontal Talent specializes in staffing for IT, Digital & Creative, and Business & Strategy markets. We have global offices in the US, UAE, India, Malaysia and Australia.
Job Summary:
We are looking for a Backend Developer with strong experience in Java and Spring Boot to design, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and develop backend services using Java and Spring Boot
- Build and maintain RESTful APIs
- Work with databases (SQL/NoSQL) for data management
- Collaborate with frontend developers and cross-functional teams
- Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code
- Troubleshoot, debug, and enhance existing applications
- Participate in code reviews and follow best practices
Key Requirements:
- 5+ years of strong experience in Java and Spring Boot
- Experience building REST APIs and microservices
- Good understanding of databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, or similar)
- Familiarity with Git and version control
- Basic understanding of cloud or deployment environments is a plus
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills
Nice to have:
- Experience with Docker / Kubernetes
- Exposure to CI/CD pipelines
- Knowledge of messaging systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ)
The above description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Horizontal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
Horizontal is committed to taking affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or participate in the interview process, click here to request accommodation assistance.
All applicants applying must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment.
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