What do we do?

As a pioneer for digital transformation, GFT develops sustainable solutions across new technologies – from cloud engineering and artificial intelligence to blockchain/DLT. With its deep technological expertise, strong partnerships, and comprehensive market know-how, GFT offers advice to the financial and insurance sectors, as well as the manufacturing industry. Through the intelligent use of IT solutions, GFT increases productivity and creates added value for clients. Companies gain easy and safe access to scalable IT applications and innovative business models.

Who are we?

Having started in Germany in 1987, GFT Technologies has grown to become a trusted Software Engineering and Consulting specialist for the international financial industry, counting many of the world’s largest and best-known banks as our clients. We are an organization that empowers you to not only explore but raise your potential and seek out opportunities that add value. At GFT, diversity, equality, and inclusion are at the core of who we are. Ensuring a diverse and inclusive working environment for all communities is one of the main pillars of our diversity strategy, based on our core values and culture. We have been certified for 2022/23 as a ‘Great Place to Work’ in the APAC region. So, if you want to have the opportunity to work with an outstanding and progressive organization, this position could be right for you

Role Summary 

We are looking for a highly experienced Backend Developer to join a global financial technology team. The ideal candidate is strong in Java with hands-on experience in Kafka, and ideally Kotlin, capable of building scalable, robust backend systems within a hybrid working model. While not mandatory, full-stack capabilities (especially with React) are highly valued. 

This role is based in Singapore and requires on-site presence 2–3 days a week, collaborating closely with local teams. You will also need to be flexible with time zones, as the department operates globally, with occasional work in EST hours expected.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain high-performance backend services using Java (and optionally Kotlin)
• Design, build, and scale event-driven architectures with Apache Kafka
• Integrate backend services with frontend applications (built in React)
• Collaborate with cross-functional global teams across multiple time zones
• Participate in technical discussions, design reviews, and architecture decisions
• Troubleshoot production issues and support existing systems as needed
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code
• Ensure application performance, uptime, and scale, maintaining high standards of code quality and thoughtful application design
• Adhere to security, compliance, and engineering standards

Requirements and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum 8 years of experience in backend development
• Strong proficiency in Java development; exposure to Kotlin is a plus
• Proven experience with Apache Kafka for messaging/event streaming
• Familiarity with modern software development practices (CI/CD, Git, Agile/Scrum)
• Experience working in hybrid teams and distributed environments
• Strong understanding of REST APIs, microservices, and backend best practices
• Comfortable working in a global team and occasionally flexible with time zones

Preferred Skills 

• Knowledge or experience in React (as frontend is React-based)
• Experience in the banking or financial services domain
• Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
• Understanding of containerization tools like Docker and Kubernetes
• Familiarity with monitoring/logging tools and performance tuning
• Bonus: Exposure to BaaS, headless CMS, Elixir, or AI/ML concepts

Work Arrangement 

• Location: Singapore (Hybrid – 2–3 days/week in office)
• Working Hours: Primarily local time, with occasional flexibility required for EST time zone collaboration

Note: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to every candidate individually. If you have not received a response from GFT regarding your application within 10 work days, please consider that we have decided to proceed with other candidates. We truly appreciate your interest in GFT and thank you for your understanding.