Lead Engineer: Node.JS, Python & ML 100 Remote

About the role

Lead Engineer: Node.JS, Python & ML (100% Remote) Location & Company Overview 100% remote position based in Malaysia. - A.I / ML native start-up / scale-up headquartered in Singapore. - Focused on enterprise customers in the pharmaceutical industry. - Tech stack includes Node.JS, JavaScript, and Python. Why Should You Apply? - Company founded by industry veterans from GSK & Pfizer. - Mission to enhance compliance in early-stage clinical trials, expanding patient access to new treatments. - Operating in one of the fastest-growing niche industries post-COVID, with government and regulatory support. - Opportunity for rapid career progression from Lead Engineer to Head of Engineering as the team expands. Key Responsibilities - 70% hands-on technical engineering using Node.js, Python, and JavaScript (must have a passion for coding). - 30% leadership of a small internal team (Data, A.I, Developers) and management of two external vendors. - Involved in requirement gathering, architectural design, building, and deploying scalable, enterprise-ready cloud solutions. - Take ideas and new features from concept to production, ensuring proper documentation, code refactoring (or rewriting), and clearing existing backlog. - Create intuitive, responsive user interfaces. - Deploy, monitor, and maintain systems on AWS, Azure, or GCP. Must-Have Skills & Experience - Proficiency in Node.js and modern JavaScript frameworks (React, Next, Vue, Angular). - Strong Python skills, particularly in data engineering. - Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization/orchestration tools (Docker, Kubernetes). - Previous experience in a scale-up or start-up environment, with the ability to work remotely and independently. - Bonus: Experience with machine learning and A.I technologies. About the Team & Company Structure - Report directly to the CTO and Co-Founder; you will be the most senior engineer in the team. - Expected to have 8-12 years of relevant experience. - Collaborate closely with product, design, and data teams to deliver impactful solutions. - Co-founder is based in Malaysia; CTO (consultant) is based in Singapore. About You - Demonstrate start-up grit and adaptability; able to thrive in a fast-growing business with high customer expectations and tight timelines. - Passionate about expanding technical knowledge in the rapidly evolving ML and A.I space, with a willingness to learn on the job. - Comfortable switching between hands-on engineering, supporting junior engineers, managing vendors, and responding to client requests. How to Apply - Click the “apply” button; you may submit an old CV or your LinkedIn profile—just send what you have. - The recruiter is available to share more information with you before proceeding. - Every applicant or enquiry will receive a reply. Additional Notes - A full and detailed job description will be provided to shortlisted candidates. - Employment passes, work visas, or relocation support are not available. - Only candidates with work rights in Malaysia will be considered. Originally posted on Himalayas