Backend Engineer – API Design, Data Modeling, DevOps & Security

The Backend Engineer will design and maintain backend systems that power scalable applications. This role requires expertise in API contracts, data structures, performance optimization, and security constraints. Collaboration with frontend engineers is central to defining schemas, validation rules, error handling, and end-to-end architecture flows. Job scopes Define API contracts, data schemas, validation rules, and error semantics. Partner with frontend engineers to identify integration risks, dependencies, and review architecture flows. Ensure backend systems meet performance benchmarks and comply with security standards. Apply hands-on knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and customer tech stacks to streamline deployments. Establish consistent response patterns and error semantics for reliable system behavior. Job requirements Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline. Must have 5 years experience in backend engineering with modern tech skills (e.g., Java, Python, Node.js, Go). Hands-on expertise in API design, data modeling, and system integration. Familiarity with DevOps pipelines and cloud environments. Solid understanding of performance tuning and security constraints. Excellent collaboration skills to work closely with frontend and cross-functional teams. Thank you for your interest! We respect your privacy and all communication will be treated with confidentiality. If you wish to know more about this position or explore other roles, please prepare your updated profile and get in touch with our consultant at cristina.malijan@manpower.com.sg Cristina Malabuyoc Malijan EA License No. 02C3423 Personnel Registration No. R1111547 Please note that your response to this advertisement and communications with us pursuant to this advertisement will constitute informed consent to the collection, use and/or disclosure of personal data by ManpowerGroup Singapore for the purpose of carrying out its business, in compliance with the relevant provisions of the Personal Data Protection Act 2012. To learn more about ManpowerGroup's Global Privacy Policy, please visit https://www.manpower.com.sg/privacy-policy