Senior Software Engineer, Backend

Company Description

About Grab and our workplace

Grab is Southeast Asia’s leading superapp. We are dedicated to improving the lives of millions of users across the region by providing them everyday services such as deliveries, mobility, financial services, enterprise services and others. More than that, we provide the opportunity for them to have a better life. And that aspiration starts inside Grab because we believe in a seamless blend of work and home life, making every aspect of life better for all.

Guided by The Grab Way, which spells out our mission, how we believe we can achieve it, and our operating principles—the 4Hs: Heart, Hunger, Honour and Humility—we work to create economic empowerment for the people of Southeast Asia. With our unwavering commitment to our values, we believe that we're more than a service provider; we're agents of positive change.

Job Description

What you'll be doing: 

• Design and develop robust, scalable, and high-performance software applications using GoLang. 

• Identify, prioritize, and execute tasks in the software development life cycle. 

• Automate tasks through appropriate tools and scripting. 

• Collaborate with a cross-functional team to define, design, and ship new features and functionalities. 

• Lead the architecture and coding standards efforts, ensuring clean & efficient code. 

• Implement modern best practices and patterns in software development. 

• Mentor junior software engineers, providing guidance and support to foster their growth and development. 

• Conduct code reviews, ensuring coding standards, best practices, and security guidelines are adhered to. 

• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing software. 

• Stay up-to-date with emerging trends and technologies in software development to continuously improve our products and processes. 

Qualifications

What you'll bring: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. 

• Strong background in backend development with clear architecture mindset. 

• Solid understanding of programming principles, financial transaction consistency, and Git version control. 

• Strong understanding of software development life cycle and agile methodologies. 

• Proven experience in designing scalable and maintainable architectures. 

• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to think analytically. 

• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. 

• A passion for mentoring and guiding junior team members. 

• A continuous learner, open to embracing new technologies and development practices. 

• Aspirations to be/become a Team Lead is a pre. 

Additional Information

Benefits at Grab:

We care deeply about your well-being and are committed to supporting you every step of the way. Here are some of the global benefits we offer:

• Protect and provide for your loved ones with peace of mind, knowing we have your back with Term Life Insurance and comprehensive Medical Insurance.
• Craft a benefits package that suits your unique needs and aspirations with GrabFlex, because we believe in empowering you to thrive.
• Embrace the magic of new life and create lasting memories with your family through Maternity and Paternity Leave.
• Life can be overwhelming, but you're never alone. Our confidential Grabber Assistance Programme is here to guide and uplift you and your loved ones through life's challenges.
• Your well-being is our priority. Benefit from our holistic well-being initiatives through Wellbeing@Grab, including health programmes, informative webinars, and vibrant carnivals.
• Achieve a harmonious work-life balance with our FlexWork arrangements, allowing you to adapt and thrive in your personal and professional life.

We’ve got many different benefits hyper localised in each country. Speak to your recruiter during your interview to find out more.

What we stand for at Grab:

We are committed to building an inclusive and equitable workplace that enables diverse Grabbers to grow and perform at their best. As an equal opportunity employer, we consider all candidates fairly and equally regardless of nationality, ethnicity, religion, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, family commitments, physical and mental impairments or disabilities, and other attributes that make them unique. If you require accommodations to fully participate in the recruitment process, you are encouraged to include your request(s) when applying.

We deliver the greatest impact and ideas when we bring together diverse perspectives. It is what enables us to spread opportunities to Grabbers and our partners. It’s not a box-ticking exercise; it’s who we are.