Backend Software Engineer

School Basics; Baguio; Hybrid; PHP 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing and wholesale company is looking for a Backend Software Engineer to build and maintain systems in a hybrid work setup transitioning to full-time on-site. Ideal candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in backend development, proficiency in languages like Node.js, Python, or Java, and a collaborative attitude while working independently. Competitive salary and full benefits package offered.

Benefits

Starting salary: ₱60,000+

Full benefits package

Paid vacation time

Collaborative environment

Opportunities to work on U.S.-based projects

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of professional experience in backend development.
• Proficient in one or more languages: Node.js, Python, or Java.
• Comfortable with SQL, Git, and RESTful APIs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain backend systems that support key business operations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements.
• Work with databases, internal APIs, and backend services.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to best practices.

Skills

English fluency

Backend development

Node.js

Python

Java

SQL

RESTful APIs

Git

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Job description

School Basics is a United States-based company operating in the manufacturing and wholesale industry. We are currently expanding our development team and are looking for talented individuals who are ready to grow with us.

We are seeking a Backend Software Engineer to join our dynamic team and help us build, maintain, and improve our internal and external systems.

Note: This position is open only to candidates residing full time in Baguio City, Philippines. The role will be hybrid for the first 3 months, then transition to 100% on-site. We are looking for someone who can start immediately.

As a Backend Software Engineer at School Basics, you help design, implement, and optimize systems that power critical applications for daily operations, including:

• Infrastructure: Build and maintain scalable, secure, and high-performance systems (ERP) to ensure operational reliability.
• Platform: Develop robust APIs and developer tools to improve team efficiency and scalability.
• Product: Engineer backend services that support customer-facing services to deliver seamless user experiences.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain backend systems that support key business operations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Work with databases, internal APIs, and backend services to ensure performance and scalability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot, debug, and optimize backend functionality.
• Participate in code reviews, system testing, and contribute to best practices in backend development.
• Brings experience across different programming languages and technologies, with a flexible and adaptable approach to problem-solving.
• Ensure reliable documentation and maintain clean, well-organized codebases.
• Contribute to improving our data capture capabilities and product features.

Who You Are

• Written, auditory and spoken English fluency is required for effective collaboration with our U.S.-based team.
• Minimum 3 years of professional experience in backend development.
• Proficient in one or more languages such as Node.js, Python, or Java, and willing to switch between them as needed.
• Comfortable with SQL, Git, and working with RESTful APIs.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a collaborative attitude.
• Able to work independently, but open to guidance and feedback from peers and team leads.
• Open to working full-time (9 AM – 5 PM EST schedule).

What We Offer

• Starting salary: ₱60,000+ (negotiable depending on experience)
• Full benefits package
• Paid vacation time, 3 weeks allotment after your first 90 days
• A collaborative and growth-oriented environment
• Opportunities to work on U.S.-based projects and systems