Xinglong Xia

Xinglong Xia currently serves as an Engineering Manager at Rakuten Asia Pte Ltd, where he plays a pivotal role in leading the development of the next-generation advertisement platform tailored for Rakuten merchants. With over a decade of extensive experience in Java programming and microservices architecture design, Xinglong has demonstrated exceptional expertise in building scalable, resilient, and high-performance systems. His deep understanding of RESTful API development and microservices principles enables him to architect solutions that are both flexible and maintainable, supporting Rakuten’s dynamic e-commerce ecosystem.

In his current role, Xinglong oversees a talented engineering team, guiding them through complex projects that involve designing and implementing microservices using Java 8/11, leveraging design patterns to ensure code quality and reusability. His proficiency with automation testing frameworks like Cucumber, Jenkins, and Maven ensures continuous integration and delivery pipelines are robust and efficient. Additionally, his experience with database management using MySQL and version control with GitHub contributes to streamlined development workflows.

Xinglong’s strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in diverse, multicultural environments have been instrumental in building and mentoring his team from scratch, fostering a collaborative and innovative engineering culture. His expertise extends to automation testing, Perl scripting, and platform integration, which collectively support the platform’s reliability and performance. By combining technical excellence with strategic leadership, Xinglong continues to drive impactful projects that enhance Rakuten’s advertising capabilities, ensuring the platform remains competitive and aligned with industry best practices.