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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
Travel · Cybersecurity

Job Description

AirAsia, Asia's leading airline, 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 with modern technologies including Java, Python, and cloud platforms while leading security engineering practices.

The ideal candidate will drive engineering excellence in cyber and information security, mentor developers, and collaborate with various teams to ensure robust security measures. They will be responsible for designing and implementing security solutions, participating in Agile development processes, and contributing to the organization's technical growth.

Working from their RedQ headquarters in Kuala Lumpur, you'll be part of a dynamic environment that values continuous learning and innovation. The role requires strong technical expertise in both backend and frontend technologies, with a particular focus on security best practices and scalable architecture.

This position is perfect for experienced engineers who want to make a significant impact on the security infrastructure of a major airline while leading and mentoring others. The role offers exposure to large-scale systems, modern development practices, and the chance to work with a variety of technologies including cloud platforms, containerization, and monitoring tools.

As part of AirAsia's digital transformation journey, you'll play a crucial role in securing their expanding digital presence while contributing to their mission of making air travel accessible to everyone. The company's culture encourages innovation, cross-functional collaboration, and professional growth, making it an ideal environment for technology leaders who want to shape the future of airline security systems.

Last updated 2 months 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 internal initiatives for DevOps improvements and operational automation

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
  • Solid understanding of Git, branching strategies, and best practices
  • Strong proficiency in Data Structures & Algorithms
  • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure)
  • Familiarity with modern CI/CD tools
  • Experience in building scalable, highly available, and secure applications
  • Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills
  • Experience with application monitoring tools
  • Knowledge of Agile development and security best practices

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