Full Stack Developer

The Japan Research Institute, Limited, Philippine Branch; Makati; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

The Japan Research Institute, Limited, Philippine Branch is seeking a capable Full Stack Developer in Metro Manila. You will design and implement scalable, high-performance applications while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions.

You will ensure software quality through manual and automated testing, using Playwright and Jest, and will build robust APIs with Node.js Express and data models with PostgreSQL and DynamoDB.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience as a Full Stack Developer.
• Experience in Node.js Express for Back End development.
• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases (e.g. MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB).
• Experience in version control systems such as Git or similar versions.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automation tools.
• Has experience writing automated test using Playwright and Jest.
• Knowledge in microservices.
• With proven experience in Waterfall Software Development methodology
• Experience/strong interest in financial business systems is highly desirable

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain backend services and APIs using Node.js Express.
• Design, optimize and maintain data models using PostgreSQL and DynamoDB.
• Implement microservices-based architecture for scalability and modularity.
• Write automated tests using Jest and Playwright to ensure software quality.
• Utilize Git for version control and ensure effective branching, merging and deployment strategies.
• Champion the use of coding best practices, automated testing and continuous integration.
• Enforce code standards, documentation practices and maintainability.
• Maintain clear and comprehensive documentation for codebases, processes and systems.
• Work with product managers, business analysts and other stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Stay up to date with the latest development trends, technologies and best practices.

Skills

Node.js Express

PostgreSQL

MongoDB

Git

CI/CD

Playwright

Jest

Microservices

Waterfall

Financial systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / IT or related field

Tools

Git

Playwright

Jest

Job description

The Full Stack Developer is in charge with designing and implementing scalable, high-performance applications while collaborating closely with cross functional teams to deliver innovative solutions. The position is essential to ensure software quality by doing manual and automated testing.

Other Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain backend services and APIs using Node.js Express
• Design, optimize and maintain data models using PostgreSQL and DynamoDB
• Implement microservices-based architecture for scalability and modularity
• Write automated tests using Jest and Playwright to ensure software quality
• Utilize Git for version control and ensure effective branching, merging and deployment strategies
• Champion the use of coding best practices, automated testing and continuous integration
• Enforce code standards, documentation practices and maintainability
• Maintain clear and comprehensive documentation for codebases, processes and systems
• Work with product managers, business analysts and other stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions
• Stay up to date with the latest development trends, technologies and best practices

Job Specifications:

• Preferably possesses a degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• At least 5 years of professional experience as a Full Stack Developer
• Experience in Node.js Express for Back End development
• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases (e.g. MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB)
• Experience in version control systems such as Git or similar versions
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automation tools
• Has experience writing automated test using Playwright and Jest
• Knowledge in microservices
• With proven experience in Waterfall Software Development methodology
• Experience/strong interest in financial business systems is highly desirable