Senior Backend Engineer

Bridgit; Manila; Hybrid; PHP 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Bridgit is seeking a skilled Backend Engineer to take ownership of the company's backend systems, focusing on building secure, scalable APIs with Node.js, TypeScript, and AWS services. You’ll shape architecture, drive deployment, and contribute to documentation while collaborating with cross-functional teams across Australia and the Philippines.

The role emphasizes strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to operate in a fast-paced, team-first environment as Bridgit scales its

Qualifications

• 5+ years of backend development experience.
• 2+ years of Node.js experience.
• Commercial experience with Node.js, TypeScript and AWS infrastructure.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience with PostgreSQL and AWS services (S3, RDS, ECS, Lambda).

Responsibilities

• Own Bridgit's backend engineering, from design to deployment and documentation.
• Lead AWS infrastructure management and CDK scripting initiatives.
• Collaborate with onshore/offshore PH teams and operate in a fast, high-velocity CD/CI environment.

Skills

Backend development

Node.js

TypeScript

AWS Infrastructure

PostgreSQL

Communication skills

Documentation

AWS CDK

Tools

AWS CDK

Job description

About Us Bridgit is a leading non-bank lender transforming the way Australians access property equity. Purpose-built to make property transactions faster and easier, we pioneered the Buy Now, Sell Later solution – empowering homeowners to unlock their property equity and move on their terms. With a simple digital application, fast approvals, and flexible loan options, we’re making property finance seamless and stress-free.

The difference you’ll make At Bridgit, our backend engineers are empowered to take full ownership of their solutions—from initial design and technical scoping through to coding, deployment, testing, and documentation. You'll have the opportunity to shape the future of our products by influencing system architecture and helping to define technical requirements for new features. Our tech stack includes Node.js, TypeScript, and NestJS for building secure, maintainable RESTful APIs, and we rely on PostgreSQL with Sequelize for robust, scalable data storage. If you're excited by the idea of building high-impact systems that are clean, secure and well-documented, we want to hear from you. We value clear communication and collaboration across teams—engineering, product and operations—so you'll be expected to share progress, flag blockers and help prioritize work in a transparent and productive way. We're looking for engineers who are not only passionate about their craft but also thrive in a team-first environment: driven respectful and focused on delivering real results. You'll play a key role in shaping our development and deployment processes, ensuring we're building both smart and sustainably as we grow.

What You’ll Do

Backend Engineering Ownership

• Day to day management of everything Bridgit’s backend.
• Provide guidance and hands-on solutions to the engineering landscape.
• Apply proven backend know-how and lean into new AI tools as we grow.

Infrastructure Management

• Spearhead best in class AWS Infrastructure management.
• Own the CDK Infrastructure scripting.
• Lead new Infra/Security initiatives.

Lead and grow the function

• Scale-Up environment where you can really be the difference.
• Collaborate with our onshore and offshore team in PH.
• Running in continuous deployment we move at hyper-pace.

What We're Looking For

• 5 years + working as a backend developer.
• 2 years + experience with Node.js.
• Commercial experience with Node.JS, TypeScript and AWS Infrastructure.
• Positive attitude to the day to day with good interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail in documentation and ticket descriptions.
• Experience with PostgreSQL.
• Experience with AWS S3, RDS, ECS and Lambda.
• Outstanding communication skills.

Our Culture And Benefits

• Extra Leave – We offer birthday leave + an additional day of paid leave to be used for life events, celebrations or just a mental health reset.
• Two Weeks from Anywhere – We encourage employees to work remotely from a location of their choice for two weeks each year.
• Learning and Development – All employees are encouraged and empowered to engage in professional development, including a number of learning initiatives run internally.
• Social Events – We have a jam-packed social scene, with events throughout the year to bring the team together!

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you’re excited about reshaping the lending industry and want to be part of a company that values authenticity and innovation, we’d love to chat.