Senior Software Engineer

Job Description

YOUR ROLE AS A: Senior Software Engineer

Whether you’re applying for a developer, customer happiness, or crew role, at AirAsia Next we act as One AirAsia. AirAsia Next is a technology centre that designs and builds custom solutions for the group’s airline and digital businesses. As part of our global digital transformation, our teams in KL collaborate to enhance core digital platforms—including web and mobile—while delivering new innovations such as AI-powered experiences for a seamless customer journey.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain scalable full stack applications across web platforms (frontend and backend)

Experienced in building web messaging platform

Take ownership of features end-to-end—from concept, design, development, testing, to deployment and monitoring

Build intuitive, performant user interfaces using modern frontend technologies

Develop robust backend services, APIs, and integrations to support business needs

Collaborate closely with Product, UX, and other engineering teams to deliver seamless user experiences

Integrate internal systems with third-party services and APIs

Review, maintain, and improve existing applications to ensure reliability, scalability, and performance

Troubleshoot, triage, and resolve production issues in a timely manner

Contribute to engineering best practices, including code quality, testing, and CI/CD

Continuously improve system performance, reliability, and developer experience

Qualifications

Minimum 6 years of experience in full stack web development

Strong proficiency in JavaScript, React, GoLang, and/or C#

Solid experience with frontend development (React, state management, performance optimization, responsive design)

Strong backend development experience using JavaScript or similar technologies

Experience designing and implementing RESTful APIs and distributed systems

Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, and problem-solving

Familiarity with Git, version control, and release management

Experience with unit testing and test automation

Strong understanding of software development best practices and SDLC

Experience working with large-scale production systems, including monitoring and high availability

Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams across multiple domains

Strong communication and analytical skills

Preferred Requirements

Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP)

Knowledge of microservices architecture

Experience with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)

Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices

Prior experience working in Agile/Scrum environments

OUR HIRING PROCESS:

- Application Review

- Screening Call/Email

- Interview & Assessments

- Background Verification

- Offer Process

GET TO KNOW AirAsia Next:

Brand AA Sdn Bhd manages intellectual property developed for the group focusing on the creation, management, licensing and enforcement of the airasia brand. Covering a range from trademarks to brand identity, content and merchandise.

GET TO KNOW US:

Our story begins in 2001 with a dream, two planes and a 40 million ringgit debt. You’ll know us as the ‘Now Everyone Can Fly’ airline (if you don’t, we’re definitely older than you). Today, we’re more than just an airline.

We’re Capital A - a world-class brand that wears many hats. Our mission is to connect people and transform lives in Asean.

Above all, we’re Allstars. We believe in the unbelievable and we dare to dream. We also believe in celebrating all individuals. So no matter your culture and background or if you prefer aisle seat to window seat, we’re excited to have you onboard.

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