Backend Lead Software Engineer (l5) — Bangkok Relocation Provided

Agoda

Bangkok, Thailand
Not specified; not specified; full relocation + on...
On-site
10+ years software engineering experience
Proficiency in scala, kotlin, or java
Experience with kafka and aerospike
This role involves architecting highly scalable, mission-critical backend systems while owning major parts of Agoda's platform from vision to implementation

Job Summary

  • This role involves architecting highly scalable, mission-critical backend systems while owning major parts of Agoda's platform from vision to implementation.
  • The successful candidate will provide hands-on technical leadership impacting over 40 engineers and drive organization-wide excellence in observability and testing.
  • Agoda offers a comprehensive relocation package including visa sponsorship, flights, temporary housing, and family support for candidates moving to Bangkok.

Matching Summary

This role involves architecting highly scalable, mission-critical backend systems while owning major parts of Agoda's platform from vision to implementation.

Salary

Not specified; Not specified; Full Relocation and Onboarding Support provided

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years software engineering experience
  • Proficiency in Scala, Kotlin, or Java
  • Experience with Kafka and Aerospike
  • Leading large-scale cross-team initiatives
  • End-to-end production service ownership

Nice-to-have

  • Mentoring engineers and fostering collaboration
  • Understanding of frontend and mobile trade-offs
  • Passion for open-source advancements
  • Data-informed decision making skills
  • Influence without formal authority

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
  • 10+ years of professional software engineering experience
  • Proven track record of architectural leadership across multiple teams

Work Rights

Visa sponsorship provided for you and your family

Sponsorship: required

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