Get to Know the Team
Grab Identity team builds the systems that define who our users are and enable them to securely access the Grab platform—helping make Grab the most trusted and loved platform in Southeast Asia. As an engineer at Grab, you are working at the core of the company, shaping the foundation that everything else depends on.
Get to Know the Role
You will lead the design, development, and maintenance of our mission-critical backend systems, driving technological advancements and setting the standard for engineering excellence. You will be reporting to Senior Engineering Manager.
This role is based on-site in our Petaling Jaya office.
The Critical Tasks You Will Perform
• Develop and maintain software applications using backend programming languages such as Python, Java, or Go, while adhering to coding best practices and standards
• Design and implement RESTful APIs that facilitate seamless communication between different system components and services
• Collaborate with senior engineers and cross-functional teams to understand project requirements, propose solutions, and deliver high-quality code
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code while participating in code reviews to learn from peers and provide constructive feedback
• Troubleshoot, debug, and test software applications to identify and resolve issues, ensuring performance and reliability
• Assist in researching and evaluating new technologies, tools, and frameworks that could enhance our development processes and product offerings
• Participate in team meetings, stand-ups, and knowledge-sharing sessions to stay informed about project progress and industry best practices
What Essential Skills You Will Need
• Only for candidates who are available to start in August 2026.
• Currently pursue a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Robotics, or a related technical field.
• Proficiency in at least one backend language (e.g., Go, Java, or Python) and a understanding of RESTful APIs.
• Interest in distributed systems, large-scale data processing, IoT/telemetry systems, or autonomous vehicle technologies.
• Bonus: Familiarity with Cloud services (AWS/Azure), React for dashboards, or functional safety standards.
Life at Grab
We care about your well-being at Grab, here are some of the benefits we offer our Interns:
• Attractive Monthly Allowance!
• EPF (Employees Provident Fund) or SOCSO (Social Security Organization) where applicable.
• Balancing personal commitments and life's demands are made easier with our FlexWork arrangements such as differentiated hours
What We Stand For At Grab
We are committed to building an inclusive and equitable workplace that provides equal opportunity for Grabbers to grow and perform at their best. We consider all candidates fairly and equally regardless of nationality, ethnicity, race, religion, age, gender, family commitments, physical and mental impairments or disabilities, and other attributes that make them unique.
About Grab and Our Workplace
Grab is Southeast Asia's leading superapp. From getting your favourite meals delivered to helping you manage your finances and getting around town hassle-free, we've got your back with everything. In Grab, purpose gives us joy and habits build excellence, while harnessing the power of Technology and AI to deliver the mission of driving Southeast Asia forward by economically empowering everyone, with heart, hunger, honour, and humility.