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Software Engineer
ABOUT TREND MICRO
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delivers a powerful range of advanced threat defense techniques optimized for environments like AWS,
Microsoft, and Google, and central visibility for better, faster detection and response. With 7,000
employees across 65 countries, Trend Micro enables organisations to simplify and secure their connected
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POSITION OVERVIEW
The Backend Software Engineer (Python/Django) will be responsible for designing, developing, and
maintaining scalable backend services and RESTful APIs that power business-critical applications. This role
works closely with frontend, UX, and cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into
reliable, high-performance backend solutions.
The ideal candidate has strong hands-on experience with Python and Django, a solid understanding of
backend architecture, data structures, and system design, and a proactive, ownership-driven mindset.
Experience working on production-grade systems, high-scale platforms, or cybersecurity-related
applications is a strong plus.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Design, develop, and maintain backend services and RESTful APIs using Python and Django
• Build scalable, secure, and maintainable multi-tier backend applications
• Write clean, efficient, reusable, testable, and well-documented code
• Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve production issues and performance bottlenecks
• Optimize application performance, reliability, and scalability
• Collaborate closely with frontend and UX teams to integrate backend APIs
• Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and technical decision-making
• Translate business and product requirements into technical solutions
• Follow best practices for security, performance, and reliability
• Continuously evaluate and implement new tools, libraries, and technologies to improve development efficiency
• Take ownership of backend components and contribute as an effective team member
Required Skills & Qualifications
• 3–5 years of professional software development experience
• Strong proficiency in one of the following stacks:
• Python with Django and/or Flask
• Go with Gin (or similar Go web frameworks)
• Solid understanding of REST APIs and backend architecture
• Experience working with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL)
• Familiarity with Git and collaborative development workflows
• Ability to write unit tests and debug complex issues
Good to Have
• Basic to intermediate experience with JavaScript and/or TypeScript
• Familiarity with React or other modern frontend frameworks
• Experience with Docker and containerized applications
• Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and automated testing
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