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Technology Lead - Information Security Developer

Asia's leading airline established in 2001, serving 24 countries and over 130 destinations as the region's largest low-cost carrier.
Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Security
Staff Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
7+ years of experience
Aviation · Travel

Description For Technology Lead - Information Security Developer

AirAsia, Asia's leading low-cost carrier, is seeking a Technology Lead for Information Security Developer to spearhead their cybersecurity initiatives. This role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, focusing on building and maintaining secure, scalable systems. The position offers an opportunity to work at the intersection of aviation and technology, leading security engineering efforts for an airline that serves 24 countries and over 130 destinations.

The ideal candidate will bring 7+ years of software engineering experience and deep expertise in security practices, cloud technologies, and modern development frameworks. You'll be responsible for designing secure solutions, mentoring team members, and driving engineering excellence in cybersecurity. The role requires proficiency in Java, Python, and cloud platforms, combined with strong architectural decision-making abilities.

Working from AirAsia's RedQ headquarters in Kuala Lumpur, you'll collaborate across functions, from DevOps to Product teams, while contributing to the company's digital transformation. This position offers the chance to impact the security posture of a major airline while working in an environment that values continuous learning and innovation.

The role combines technical expertise with leadership responsibilities, making it ideal for senior engineers looking to step into a technical leadership role while maintaining hands-on involvement in security development. You'll be at the forefront of protecting critical aviation infrastructure while working for an airline known for its innovative approach to air travel.

Last updated 7 days ago

Responsibilities For Technology Lead - Information Security Developer

  • Design, develop, and deliver solutions for well-defined components and services
  • Apply technical design and architectural practices ensuring security, performance, and scalability
  • Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code using modern best practices (TDD, CI/CD)
  • Participate in Agile/Scrum teams and technical discussions
  • Collaborate with DevOps, QA, and Product teams
  • Mentor developers and share knowledge through documentation and internal sessions
  • Drive engineering excellence in cyber and information security
  • Contribute to technical discussions and code reviews

Requirements For Technology Lead - Information Security Developer

Java
Python
React
JavaScript
Kubernetes
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field
  • 7+ years of professional software engineering experience
  • Proficient in backend development using Java (Spring Boot) and Python
  • Strong understanding of Git and branching strategies
  • Deep understanding of large-scale production systems
  • Strong grasp of cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and container technologies
  • Experience with CI/CD tools and practices
  • Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills
  • Experience with application monitoring tools
  • Knowledge of security best practices

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