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

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

URL Source: https://apply.workable.com/j/EA766C9BF6

Markdown Content: 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.