About NAVER Corp and NAVER Vietnam:
NAVER Corp
NAVER Corp is South Korea’s leading technology company, known for the NAVER search engine, LINE messenger (200M+ users), SNOW app, and NAVER WEBTOON. The company continues to drive innovation in AI, cloud computing, digital content, and the metaverse.
NAVER Vietnam
Established in 2021, NAVER Vietnam was founded to tap into the country’s fast-growing IT market, expanding operations in both Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. Today, NAVER Vietnam delivers global services such as Npay, NAVER Clip, Weverse, and NAVER WORKS, and has been recognized as one of the Best IT Companies in Vietnam by ITViec in 2023, 2025, and 2026.
NAVER Vietnam Visual eXperience (VVX)
The Vietnam Visual eXperience (VVX) is NAVER Vietnam’s initiative in next-generation media technology. Leveraging AI, real-time rendering, and virtual production, VVX develops advanced platforms for CHZZK, Virtual Streamers, K-POP, and Drama, aiming to shape the future of immersive storytelling.
Learn more about us: https://navercorp.vn/
NAVER Vietnam's Data policy: https://navercorp.vn/en/data_policy.html
We are looking for a Backend Engineer.
Your daily task:
- Develop the Java Backend part of the Webtoon services
- Participating in code reviews and architecture design
- Proactive, can-do attitude and strong commitment
Your background:
- 5+ years of work experience on Backend systems with Java applications to serve large-scale and high-traffic projects.
- Have +3 years of experience in Java Spring-Framework
- Experience or strong knowledge of MSA and k8s
- Experience or strong knowledge of one of the databases: PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle, MongoDB, ...
- Have experience in a message queue like Kafka
- Understanding & experience in Data structure, Algorithm, Distributed Service, OOP
- Open-minded, honest, and have a positive attitude towards people
- Good at communication skills in general and English skills in particular
It's a big plus if you:
- Have experience in DevOps and CI/CD
- Have experience in ELK-stack
- Have experience with distributed systems (e.g., HBase, Vitese, etc.)
- Have experience in Server Architecture Design for handling massive traffic
- Proficiency in the Korean language is preferred
- Competitive rewards: Various additional bonuses based on work performance
- Continuous growth: Self development allowance and annual learning budget (Udemy, Coursera)
- AI-powered work: Access to Claude Code Enterprise — build faster, smarter, and focus on what truly matters
- Premium healthcare: Coverage for you and family members, annual check-ups
- Strong culture: Team activities, hobby clubs, and celebrations
- Modern environment: Latest equipment, great peers, supportive leaders
- Recognition & perks: Dedication bonus, referral bonus, home and office support
…and an environment where you can grow faster, build meaningful products, and do your best work.
By applying to NAVER Vietnam, the candidate confirms that all information provided is true and correct. Any false or misleading information may result in disqualification from the recruitment process or termination of employment if discovered later.
By clicking “Submit Application,” you agree to allow NAVER Vietnam to process your personal data in accordance with our Data Policy. This includes storing, reviewing, and sharing your information with relevant parties involved in the recruitment process.
Please use a real personal photo (not an AI-generated one) throughout the recruitment process.
Skills Required
- 5+ years of backend systems experience with Java applications serving large-scale, high-traffic projects
- 3+ years of experience with the Java Spring Framework
- Experience or strong knowledge of microservices architecture and Kubernetes
- Experience or strong knowledge of at least one database, such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle, or MongoDB
- Experience with a message queue such as Kafka
- Understanding and experience with data structures, algorithms, distributed services, and object-oriented programming
- Open-minded, honest, and positive attitude toward colleagues
- Strong general communication and English-language skills
- Experience with DevOps and CI/CD
- Experience with the ELK Stack
- Experience with distributed systems such as HBase or Vitess
- Experience designing server architecture for massive traffic
- Proficiency in Korean
What We Do
NAVER VIETNAM creates a service incorporated into all aspects of our everyday life by resolving complex issues. We create a positive impact on the everyday lives of our hundreds of millions of users, always a step ahead to imagine a better tomorrow. NAVER Vietnam Dev Center is home to talented developers in their area of expertise, which allows us to continue our endeavors towards challenging goals.
