Lead Java & JavaScript Architect - Mentor & Scale

Metrobank; Metro Manila; On-site; PHP 1,900,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Metrobank seeks a Lead Developer to provide technical direction across development teams, guiding solution design, reviews, and code quality. You will ensure alignment with business requirements, regulatory standards, and best practices while mentoring engineers and promoting innovative technologies.

You will collaborate with analysts, stakeholders, and vendors to estimate effort, design architectures, and deliver secure, scalable bank applications within the SDLC framework.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, computer engineering, or a related field.
• At least 8 years of experience in software development, with proven experience designing, developing, and supporting enterprise-grade applications.
• Experience with Oracle databases, including SQL scripting, query optimization, and database design.
• Knowledge of SQL and database-driven application development.
• Experience in designing and developing scalable, secure, and high-performing applications within a structured SDLC environment.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Business Analysts and stakeholders to provide technical input, solution recommendations, and development effort estimates during requirements gathering and planning activities.
• Design and document application architectures, system workflows, and technical specifications to support development and implementation requirements.
• Develop, enhance, and maintain application code based on approved business requirements, solution designs, and development standards.
• Conduct unit testing and perform code validation to ensure applications function according to design specifications and quality standards.
• Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve application defects and technical issues identified during SIT, UAT, and production support activities, coordinating with vendors when necessary.
• Review application designs and code implementations to ensure compliance with security, regulatory, architectural, and development best practices.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to developers, promoting code quality and adherence to standards.
• Research, evaluate, and recommend emerging technologies, tools, and frameworks that support business objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

SDLC knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT/CE

Tools

Oracle databases

SQL scripting

API development

Job description

Metrobank seeks a Lead Developer to provide technical direction across development teams, guiding solution design, reviews, and code quality. You will ensure alignment with business requirements, regulatory standards, and best practices while mentoring engineers and promoting innovative technologies.

You will collaborate with analysts, stakeholders, and vendors to estimate effort, design architectures, and deliver secure, scalable bank applications within the SDLC framework.