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Entry LevelFull-timeJavaRustAWSGCPAzureKubernetesDockerCI/CDGitGo
Salary Range
$9,180 - $12,420 /year
This salary is estimated based on similar roles. The actual salary may vary.
Get to Know the Team
We're looking for a Senior Backend Engineer to join our Business Platform team in Jakarta, Indonesia. The Business Platform powers the backend capabilities that enable businesses and enterprises to onboard, operate, grow, and serve consumers at scale across Southeast Asia.
Get to Know the Role
In this role, you will design, build, and evolve backend platform services that manage business profiles, store metadata, business configuration, and related operational workflows. You'll work on systems that sit close to the source of truth for business data and workflows—systems that directly influence how businesses set up their operations, how internal teams operate reliably, and how downstream products consume trusted business information. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong ownership, pragmatic system design thinking, and a commitment to building platforms that simplify complexity rather than spread it around.
The Critical Tasks You Will Perform
• 5+ years of experience in backend or platform engineering, building scalable production systems
• Strong proficiency in at least one backend language (Go, Java, or Kotlin) with experience in service-oriented architecture
• Proven experience designing APIs, service boundaries, data models, and system integrations for shared platforms or domain systems
• Solid understanding of distributed systems, including SQL/NoSQL databases, scalability, and eventual consistency concepts
• Hands-on experience with event-driven or message-based architectures, caching strategies, and observability/monitoring tools
• Familiar with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and cloud-native development, including CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation
• Experience working with RESTful APIs, version control (Git), containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), and messaging systems (Kafka/RabbitMQ)
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively; experience in SaaS, e-commerce domains, or mentoring junior engineers is a plus
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About Grab
Grab is a leading technology company operating in the transportation and financial services sector, providing innovative solutions across Southeast Asia. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Singapore, Grab has rapidly expanded its footprint across the region, offering a wide range of services designed to simplify daily life for millions of users. The company leverages technology to connect people with essential services, from ride-hailing and food delivery to digital payments and insurance, making it a cornerstone of modern urban living in the markets it serves. Grab’s core offerings include ride-hailing services through its mobile app, which allows users to book rides with just a few taps, as well as GrabFood, a popular food delivery platform that partners with local restaurants to bring meals directly to customers. The company also provides financial services such as GrabPay, a digital wallet that enables seamless transactions, and GrabInsurance, offering convenient coverage options. These services are tailored to meet the needs of both consumers and businesses, particularly in densely populated urban areas where efficiency and reliability are paramount. Over the years, Grab has established itself as a dominant player in the region, serving over 125 million registered users across 14 countries. The company’s ability to integrate multiple services into a single platform has set it apart from competitors, creating a loyal ecosystem of users and partners. By prioritizing user experience, safety, and innovation, Grab continues to redefine convenience in Southeast Asia, solidifying its position as a trusted and indispensable service provider.
