Python/Linux Developer

Lewis Personnel Management; Makati; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Lewis Personnel Management in Makati City is seeking a Backend & Systems Engineer to design, build, and maintain core backend services, automation pipelines, and a Linux-based infrastructure.

You will write scalable Python code, optimize databases, and implement secure, reliable systems. Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD tools is preferred.

This full-time onsite role operates on a night shift and requires strong problem-solving and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional backend software development experience using Python.
• Strong hands-on Linux system administration and shell scripting.
• Solid understanding of relational databases, data modeling, and SQL optimization.
• Experience with Git version control and collaborative workflows.
• Proven debugging skills and analytical problem-solving mindset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain core backend services and microservices in Python.
• Configure, optimize, and troubleshoot Linux services in an enterprise environment.
• Build automation scripts with Python and Bash to streamline deployments.
• Diagnose performance bottlenecks and optimize queries and integrations.
• Design and deploy resilient APIs and backend data services.
• Create clear technical docs for architectures, endpoints, and deployment.

Skills

Python

Linux Administration

Database & SQL

Version Control (Git)

Problem Solving

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Ansible

GitHub Actions / GitLab CI

Job description

Location: Makati City | Onsite (M-F)

Employment type: Full-time | Night Shift

Role Overview

We are seeking a Backend & Systems Engineer with strong Python and Linux expertise to join our engineering team. In this role, you will design, build, and maintain core backend services, automation pipelines, and infrastructure integrations. You will work directly with complex technical workflows, ensuring optimal performance, security, and reliability across our Linux-based ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities

• Backend Development: Write, test, and maintain clean, high-performance, and scalable Python code for core backend applications and microservices.
• Linux Systems Engineering: Configure, optimize, and troubleshoot services operating within our enterprise Linux environment.
• Automation & Scripting: Build robust automation scripts using Python and Bash to streamline deployment pipelines, system management, and operational workflows.
• Performance & Integration: Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to diagnose performance bottlenecks, optimize database queries, and implement structural system improvements.
• API & Data Services: Design and deploy resilient APIs and backend integrations connected with relational databases.
• Technical Documentation: Maintain clear, concise documentation for service architectures, API endpoints, and deployment procedures.

Key Qualifications

Core Requirements

• Python Engineering: 3+ years of professional backend software development experience using Python.
• Linux Administration: Strong hands-on proficiency with Linux systems, core shell utilities, process management, and system administration.
• Database & SQL: Solid understanding of relational databases, data modeling, and writing optimized SQL queries.
• Version Control: Experience using Git for collaborative code reviews and version control workflows.
• Problem Solving: Proven ability to debug complex system issues with a direct, analytical engineering mindset.

Preferred Qualifications

• Containerization: Hands-on experience with Docker, Kubernetes, or container runtime environments.
• CI/CD Pipelines: Familiarity with automated build/deployment tools (e.g., GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or Jenkins).
• Infrastructure Automation: Exposure to configuration management tools such as Ansible.
• Networking & Security: Basic understanding of network protocols, firewalls, and security fundamentals.

Core Tech Stack

• Languages: Python, Bash, SQL
• OS Environment: Linux
• Databases & Versioning: Relational DBs, Git
• Automation & Cloud (Bonus): Docker, Kubernetes, Ansible, GitHub Actions / GitLab CI

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