Embedit
Java Kotlin Software Developer
Role description
Type of contract: Full-time
Place of work: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
The Opportunity
EmbedIT Vietnam is looking for a Mid/Senior Java/Kotlin Backend Engineer to design and build modern, scalable backend systems for financial platforms used across Southeast Asia.
You will work in a cloud-native, microservices environment, contributing to high-performance systems handling large-scale transactions. This role offers strong ownership, exposure to modern technologies, and collaboration with international engineering teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain backend services using Java (17+/21+) and Kotlin
- Build and enhance microservices-based architectures with Spring Boot
- Develop reactive and high-performance APIs (WebFlux is a plus)
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable and reliable solutions
- Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code following best practices
- Participate in system design discussions and architecture improvements
- Optimize performance, scalability, and system reliability
- Support deployment, monitoring, and troubleshooting in production environments
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team knowledge sharing
Qualifications & Experience
Mandatory
- 5+ years of backend development experience
- Strong hands-on experience with Java and Spring Boot
- Exposure to Kotlin in production or willingness to learn
- Solid experience working with microservices architecture
- Experience with REST APIs and distributed systems
- Familiarity with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
- Experience with relational or NoSQL databases
- Understanding of caching mechanisms (Redis, Caffeine, or similar)
- Good problem-solving skills and ability to work in agile environments
Nice to have
- Experience with Spring WebFlux (reactive programming)
- Exposure to cloud platforms (Azure preferred)
- Experience with Azure Cosmos DB or other NoSQL/document databases
- Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
- Experience with monitoring tools (OpenTelemetry, logging, tracing)
- Familiarity with Quarkus
What We Offer
20+ years of engineering expertise delivering large-scale IT transformation and fintech solutions
Impact platforms used by 140M+ users across Europe and Asia
Join a 500+ global engineering community working across 8 time zones
Build and scale modern systems with 2700+ services running on Kubernetes and cloud-native architectures
Work in a truly international environment, collaborating with teams across Czech Republic and APAC
Hybrid and flexible working setup that supports work-life balance
Competitive compensation package including base salary, allowances, 13th-month salary, and performance bonuses
Premium healthcare insurance, 24/7 accident coverage, and annual health checkups
Extra perks including meal allowance, phone allowance, company laptop, and parking support.
About EmbedIT and how you fit in
Our company is a dynamic fusion of innovation, skill, and vision, dedicated to transforming industries through technology. In this landscape, your unique talents and perspective are the keys to our collective success, contributing to groundbreaking solutions and strategies. Here, you're not just a part of the team; you're a vital contributor to a journey of continuous improvement and exceptional results. Join us, and let's shape the future together, where your growth is an integral part of our shared story.
What do we expect?
Strong technical proficiency and problem-solving skills
Commitment to quality and attention to detail
Proactive attitude and the ability to take initiative
Excellent communication and teamwork capabilities
Adaptability to rapidly changing environments
A customer-focused approach to solutions
Continuous learning and self-improvement mindset
Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines
Who are we looking for?
Innovative problem-solvers with a passion for technology
Team players dedicated to collaborative success
Individuals with a continuous learning and growth mindset
Detail-oriented professionals with a focus on excellence
Adaptable personalities ready to thrive in a dynamic environment
Our benefits
Our benefits are designed to help you go further in multiple aspects of your life, recognising and rewarding you for the value you bring to EmbedIT and our clients.
Everyone is entitled to 5 weeks of paid holiday per year. Plus up to 5 days of personal time off for personal illness or illness of immediate family member.
While you’re at work, we make your meals more affordable. Of the meals you buy at any of our office locations, EmbedIT pays 55% of what you spend.
Our core working hours are from 9:00 to 15:00 daily, but how early you start or how late you work, is up to you. Our hybrid setup includes the option of working from your home.
Everyone is entitled to a pension insurance allowance of CZK 2,000 per month.
Our people have access to premium healthcare or a 500 CZK monthly allowance for health activities and relaxation – whatever works best for them!
We reward your loyalty with Recharge: one extra month of leave for every five years worked.
We have negotiated savings on your behalf at O2, Air Bank, Makro, Home Credit and other vendors.
Professional growth is an essential part of our work—we actively support skill development, hands-on experience, and participation in exciting projects..
Annual all staff parties, fun teambuildings, sport events and our Fail Forward sessions – where we openly share lessons learned from projects to foster growth and innovation.
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