Technology Lead at AirAsia

Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Sep, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

JavaScript, TypeScript, Node.js, React, Next.js, MySQL, API Design, Git Workflows, Agile Methodologies, Leadership, Communication, Problem-Solving, Google Cloud Platform, GitLab CI/CD, Docker, Kubernetes

Industry

Airlines and Aviation

Description

Job Description About the Role We are seeking a hands-on Tech Lead to guide our development team in building scalable EdTech solutions. You will drive architecture decisions, mentor developers, and ensure delivery of high-quality applications using Node.js, React / Next.js, and MySQL. Key Responsibilities Lead and mentor both frontend and backend engineers. Design, develop, and deliver scalable full-stack solutions. Define and enforce coding standards, code reviews, testing practices, and CI/CD pipelines. Collaborate with product managers and designers to translate requirements into high-impact features. Troubleshoot complex issues and drive continuous technical improvements. Required Skills & Experience 5+ years of software development experience, including 3+ years as a Tech Lead or Senior Developer. Strong expertise in JavaScript/TypeScript, Node.js, and React/Next.js. Proven experience with MySQL (schema design, optimization, performance tuning). Solid understanding of API design, Git workflows, and Agile methodologies. Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. Nice to Have Experience with Google Cloud Platform (or other major cloud providers). Hands-on experience with GitLab CI/CD. Familiarity with Docker/Kubernetes. Background in building EdTech or e-learning systems. Qualifications & Competencies Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent practical experience. 10+ years of overall software engineering experience. Proficiency in at least one of the following: Node.js, Java, or Python. Strong knowledge of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). Experience designing and deploying scalable, highly available, fault-tolerant systems. Strong grasp of software design principles (e.g., SOLID). Deep experience building applications on at least one major cloud provider (GCP, AWS, Azure). AirAsia Berhad: Asia’s leading airline was established with the dream of making flying possible for everyone. Since 2001, AirAsia has swiftly broken travel norms around the globe and has risen to become the world’s best. Driven by the Dare to Dream spirit, we pride ourselves in being the region’s largest low-cost carrier, serving 24 countries and over 130 destinations. We're not confined by walls, except when we need to answer the call of nature, so all departments mingle every day. As we embrace new technology to become a digital airline, services like BIG Duty Free, BIG Pay, BIG Loyalty, Touristly, ROKKI and Xcite Inflight Entertainment will be an exciting evolution, placing us ahead of the game. Are you in? AirAsia is set to take low-cost flying to an all new high with our belief, "Now Everyone Can Fly"

Responsibilities

Lead and mentor both frontend and backend engineers while designing, developing, and delivering scalable full-stack solutions. Collaborate with product managers and designers to translate requirements into high-impact features and troubleshoot complex issues.