Backend Developer

At AS Watson, we believe in our people, in teamwork and the importance of your personal growth. If you are looking for the opportunity to join our award‑winning international family with over 17,000 stores across 31 markets in Asia and Europe, the AS Watson family welcomes you… You can enjoy : Conveniently located in Whampoa, less than 5 min. walk from MTR Cozy office with contemporary design Comprehensive Medical and Life insurance coverage, including your spouse and children Role Purpose You will be responsible for managing and developing the retail online platforms and to drive improvement projects in our Asia businesses. A typical day in this Role Play a key role in the development team to manage and deliver digital solutions projects, ensuring timely and quality delivery. Perform system analysis, design, coding, testing, documentation, and ongoing support for backend development in e‑Commerce systems. Work closely with UX design, QA teams, and business users to ensure high‑performing, scalable, and reliable digital solutions. Apply expertise in microservices architecture and cloud technologies, including Kubernetes (K8s) and Quarkus, to build scalable and resilient applications. Demonstrate strong problem‑solving skills by identifying, troubleshooting, and resolving technical issues efficiently. Design, develop, and integrate RESTful APIs, third‑party services, and message queuing systems like Apache Kafka to enhance system interoperability. Optimize applications for enhanced performance and scalability using tools such as Apache Maven/Gradle for build automation and Docker/Kubernetes for containerised deployments. This job is a good fit for You if: You are a BIG PICTURE THINKER. You are a big fan of brainstorming and collaborative idea generation. You stay up to date on trends and are always open to new possibilities. You are a COMMUNICATOR. You have an ability to pick up on people’s underlying motivations and these insights makes you persuasive and inspiring. You are an EVALUATOR. You analyze information and ideas both from within and outside the team and study your feasibility in terms of the team’s objectives. You are a PROBLEM SOLVER. You make decisions based on evidence‑based opinions. Success will depend on: Academic background in IT, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline. Previous experience in IT programming or e‑Commerce system development, preferably in the retail industry. Strong technical candidates without retail experience will also be considered. Proficient in Java, Python, and Object‑Oriented Programming (OOP) principles. Strong understanding of Data Structures, Algorithms, and Aspect‑Oriented Programming. Knowledge and experience in SAP Hybris / SAP CX Commerce is a significant advantage. Experience in designing and consuming RESTful APIs, as well as working with message queuing systems like Apache Kafka. Hands‑on experience with Apache Maven/Gradle for project dependency management and automation. Experience with Docker and Kubernetes for containerised application deployment. Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, multicultural e‑Commerce environment with competing deadlines. Excellent collaboration and teamwork abilities, with experience working alongside front‑end developers, system architects, and other stakeholders. Excellent in both oral and written English and Cantonese. What is holding you back? Grasp this opportunity and don't let this great chance to shape your life slip away Apply now Interested parties, please send your resume with current and expected salary package to our Company’s email. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. The information provided will be treated in strict confidence and be used only for consideration of your application for relevant/ similar posts within the AS Watson Group. #J-18808-Ljbffr