Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsShape scalable platforms used across a large data ecosystemLead design and mentor engineers in a modern microservices stackAbout Our ClientOur client is a large multinational internet services group operating one of Japan's most complex data ecosystems. Its central data platform function supports dozens of digital services with data ingestion, analytics, governance, and decision-support capabilities.Job DescriptionDesign and implement robust application and microservices architecturesLead and mentor a small team of backend engineers, ensuring high code quality through reviews and best practicesCollaborate closely with cross-functional and distributed engineering teamsContribute to mid- and long-term product and platform visionConduct proof-of-concept activities to evaluate new technologiesDrive performance optimization, reliability, and security improvementsSupport CI/CD pipelines and cloud-native deployments using containers and orchestration toolsThe Successful Applicant5+ years of software development experience using Java, Python, or GolangHands-on experience with microservices architecture (Spring Boot / Spring Cloud)Strong understanding of the full web development lifecycle (design to deployment)Experience designing and building tools based on concrete business or technical requirementsSolid knowledge of RESTful APIs, unit testing, and integration testingExperience with SQL and modern relational databasesFamiliarity with Redis and/or Memcached for cachingExperience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or ArgoCDPractical knowledge of Docker and KubernetesUnderstanding of design patterns, performance tuning, and security best practicesComfortable working in an Agile, team-oriented environmentNice to HaveExperience with GCP or other public cloud platformsBackground in building or operating data platformsExposure to Kafka, Spark, or AirflowExperience with task or workflow automationLanguage RequirementsEnglish: Business level (e.g., TOEIC 800+)Japanese: Not requiredWhat's on OfferWeekends and public holidays offOpportunity to work with modern technologies in a large-scale, data-driven environmentTokyo-based role within an international engineering contextContactSerena WuQuote job refJN-042026-7001927Phone number+81 3 6627 6137Job summaryFunctionITSpecialisationProgramming / DevelopmentSpecialisationRetailLocationTokyo 23 WardsJob TypeTemporaryConsultant nameSerena WuConsultant phone+81 3 6627 6137Job ReferenceJN-042026-7001927Company TypeForeign Multinational
