Senior Backend Engineer - Java, Microservices & APIs

Umpisa Inc.; Taguig; On-site; PHP 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Umpisa Inc. is a progressive technology services company focused on digital transformation, modern software development, and venture building in the Philippines.

The role involves back-end implementation, API development, bug fixes, and beta support, with collaboration across teams. The ideal candidate has a BSCS or related degree and at least 4+ years in software development, with strong problem-solving, communication, and agile experience.

Qualifications

• BSCS or Software Engineering or similar.
• 4+ years of software development experience.
• Self-starter with ability to collaborate with team and clients.
• Experience in agile environments and fast learner with excellent communication.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain secure APIs and database tables following best practices.
• Collaborate with Lead and Front-end Engineers to design microservices.
• Participate in Scrum events and write robust reusable code.
• Research latest libraries and create POC builds for evaluation.
• Develop API tests and ensure code quality before SIT/UAT.

Skills

Strong communication

Analytical skills

Self-starter

Team collaboration

Agile environment

Education

BS Computer Science or Software Engineering

Tools

Git / SVN

Kubernetes / Docker

Azure Cloud Services

CI/CD Pipelines

PostgreSQL / Relational DB

Job description

Umpisa Inc. is a progressive technology services company focused on digital transformation, modern software development, and venture building in the Philippines.

The role involves back-end implementation, API development, bug fixes, and beta support, with collaboration across teams. The ideal candidate has a BSCS or related degree and at least 4+ years in software development, with strong problem-solving, communication, and agile experience.