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Backend Systems Engineer

UM CONSULTING PTE. LTD.
Singapore 5+ years Posted Feb 23, 2026

Salary Range

SGD 72,000 - SGD 120,000 /year

SGD 6,000 - SGD 10,000/month

Skills Required

Transaction ProcessingPHPIdentity ManagementUser ExperienceSoftware EngineeringMySQLJavaScriptReliabilityAdaptableDistributed SystemsMobile ApplicationsJavaAPISystem ArchitectureDatabases

Job Description

📌 Job Description:

What You Will Do

  • Architect and develop backend services that support high-volume processing and real-time operations

  • Build APIs and microservices to enable seamless integration across internal and external systems

  • Optimize database design, caching strategies, and system throughput

  • Strengthen system security by implementing encryption, authentication, and access control mechanisms

  • Monitor and improve system reliability, availability, and performance

  • Troubleshoot production issues and implement long-term technical solutions

  • Work closely with frontend engineers, DevOps, and product teams to deliver scalable solutions

  • Contribute to technical documentation, code reviews, and engineering best practices

  • Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend architecture improvements

What We’re Looking For

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent practical experience

  • Minimum 5 years of backend development experience

  • Strong proficiency in Java, Spring Boot, and RESTful service development

  • Experience designing scalable distributed architectures

  • Solid understanding of relational and/or NoSQL databases

  • Strong knowledge of system security, authentication protocols, and data protection standards

  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in cross-functional teams

  • Strong analytical thinking and troubleshooting skills