Lead Software Engineer (FullStack)

Angkas; Makati; Hybrid; PHP 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Gym access

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Angkas in Manila is seeking a seasoned engineering leader to head the Back Office squad, building internal web platforms powering Operations, Customer Support, Risk, and more.

The role offers hybrid work with onsite Manila hub and remote collaboration, a strong emphasis on scalable, secure systems, and an appetite for high-quality delivery in a fast-moving startup environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of software engineering experience.
• 2+ years in a technical leadership or team lead role.
• Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/SE or related field.
• Experience with full-stack development and RESTful APIs.
• Experience mentoring engineers and leading code reviews.
• Experience with Docker/Kubernetes, cloud platforms, and CI/CD.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of software engineers with mentorship and performance management.
• Design, develop, and maintain internal admin dashboards and workflows.
• Collaborate with PMs, Designers, QA to translate operational requirements into technical solutions.
• Define architecture, coding standards, and best practices.
• Oversee CI/CD, code reviews, testing, and deployments.
• Monitor performance and drive reliability improvements.
• Champion Agile delivery, sprint planning, and roadmap execution.

Skills

Team leadership

Full-stack development

RESTful APIs

Distributed systems

CI/CD

Agile/Scrum

Cloud platforms

Docker/Kubernetes

Mentoring

Database design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/IT/Software Engineering

Tools

Git

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

GCP

Azure

PostgreSQL

MySQL

Job description

Hey, mabuhay!

Thanks for dropping by. We know looking for the right gig can feel like being stuck in EDSA traffic, so we’ll keep it moving and get straight to the point.

With over 8 million downloads and a powerful network of thousand of dedicated biker-partners, we are a leading ride-hailing platform operating across the Philippines. Our grand vision? To end poverty in the Philippines through revolutionary transportation solutions. We aim to provide our customers with convenient, reliable, and safe rides, impacting millions of lives positively every single day.

Now, we're looking for a Lead the Back Office Engineering Squad responsible for developing and maintaining internal web platforms that power Operations, Customer Support, Risk, and other business functions. Drive technical excellence while ensuring timely delivery of scalable, secure, and reliable full-stack solutions aligned with business priorities.

Where And How You Can Work

Our Manila hub is the heart of our operations, keeping millions of commuters and riders connected across the metro. We don't believe in micromanaging your route. We trust our team to choose the balance that empowers them and their squad to crush their goals. Whether you’re collaborating onsite, working remotely from your favorite coffee shop, or doing a mix of both — we provide the flexibility; you bring the drive.

Ready to change how the Philippines moves? Let’s get this show on the road green light!

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead a team of software engineers by providing technical direction, mentorship, coaching, and performance management.
• Design, develop, and maintain scalable full-stack web applications for internal operational platforms, including Admin Dashboard, Ride Tracking, and workflow management tools.
• Collaborate with Product Managers, Designers, QA, and business stakeholders to translate operational requirements into technical solutions.
• Define software architecture, coding standards, and engineering best practices to ensure maintainability, security, and scalability.
• Oversee code reviews, testing strategies, CI/CD pipelines, and production deployments to maintain high engineering quality.
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot production issues, and drive continuous improvements to system reliability and operational efficiency.
• Champion Agile delivery practices, sprint planning, estimation, and technical roadmap execution for the squad.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field.

Years of Experience:

At least 7 years of professional software engineering experience, with 2+ years in a technical leadership or team lead role.

Technical Skills:

• Strong experience in full-stack software development using modern backend and frontend technologies.
• Solid understanding of software architecture, RESTful APIs, database design, and scalable distributed systems.
• Experience building and maintaining web-based administrative or internal operational platforms.
• Proficiency with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL or MySQL) and modern software development practices including Git, CI/CD, automated testing, and cloud-based deployments.
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments and leading engineering teams through end-to-end software delivery.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder communication skills.
• Experience mentoring engineers, conducting code reviews, and driving engineering best practices.
• Experience with microservices, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure), and real-time systems is an advantage.

• Work your way - Enjoy flexibility and the freedom to thrive in your role.
• Work-life balance - Build a career without sacrificing your personal life.
• Free perks – Fuel up with free meals and stay active with gym access.
• Grow fast – Unlock career advancement and promotion opportunities.
• Get rewarded – Earn a competitive salary with opportunities for pay increases.
• Start-up energy – Be part of a fast-moving, innovative team where your ideas matter.
• Global vibes – Collaborate with a diverse, multicultural team in an agile workplace.
• Tech-driven culture – Work with modern tools and cutting-edge technology that keep you ahead of the game.