Senior Software Engineer

Tyler Technologies; Manila; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyler Technologies in Manila is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to design, develop, and maintain scalable enterprise applications using Java, Spring Boot, and modern frontend tools. You will contribute to full-stack development across backend services, APIs, authentication systems, and web applications.

The ideal candidate brings strong experience with Java enterprise systems, React/Node.js front-ends, secure authentication with OKTA, database design, and AI-enabled solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5-8+ years of professional software development experience.
• Strong proficiency in Java (8+) and Spring / Spring Boot.
• Experience with RESTful web services, Node.js, and React.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy scalable enterprise applications using Java and Spring frameworks.
• Develop and maintain RESTful web services and APIs.
• Build and enhance modern front-end applications using React and Node.js.
• Design, optimize, and maintain relational databases (MSSQL, PostgreSQL).
• Implement secure authentication and authorization solutions, including integration with OKTA and other identity providers.
• Develop secure API integrations using OAuth2, OpenID Connect, SAML, JWT, and related authentication standards.
• Contribute to system architecture decisions and technical design documentation.
• Integrate AI/ML-based services and APIs into enterprise applications where applicable.
• Participate actively in Agile/Scrum ceremonies including sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives, and backlog refinement.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with product managers, QA, DevOps, and UX teams.
• Perform code reviews and mentor junior developers.
• Ensure high code quality, performance, scalability, and security standards.
• Support CI/CD pipelines and DevOps best practices.

Skills

Java (8+)

Spring / Spring Boot

RESTful APIs

Node.js

React

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Tools

OKTA

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer to design, develop, and maintain scalable enterprise applications and services. This individual will contribute to full-stack development efforts across backend services, APIs, authentication systems, and modern web applications.

The ideal candidate brings strong experience in Java-based enterprise systems, modern frontend frameworks, authentication technologies (including OKTA), database design, and emerging AI-enabled solutions.

This role requires hands-on technical expertise, architectural thinking, collaboration within Agile/Scrum teams, and mentorship of junior engineers.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy scalable enterprise applications using Java and Spring frameworks.
• Develop and maintain RESTful web services and APIs.
• Build and enhance modern front-end applications using React and Node.js.
• Design, optimize, and maintain relational databases (MSSQL, PostgreSQL).
• Implement secure authentication and authorization solutions, including integration with OKTA and other identity providers.
• Develop secure API integrations using OAuth2, OpenID Connect, SAML, JWT, and related authentication standards.
• Contribute to system architecture decisions and technical design documentation.
• Integrate AI/ML-based services and APIs into enterprise applications where applicable.
• Participate actively in Agile/Scrum ceremonies including sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives, and backlog refinement.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with product managers, QA, DevOps, and UX teams.
• Perform code reviews and mentor junior developers.
• Ensure high code quality, performance, scalability, and security standards.
• Support CI/CD pipelines and DevOps best practices.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5-8+ years of professional software development experience.
• Strong proficiency in:
  • Java (8+) and Spring / Spring Boot
  • RESTful web services
  • Node.js
  • React (or comparable modern frontend framework)
• Strong experience with relational databases:
  • Microsoft SQL Server
  • PostgreSQL
• Experience designing scalable, secure, distributed systems.
• Hands-on experience integrating OKTA or similar Identity Providers (IdP).
• Strong understanding of authentication and authorization technologies:
  • OAuth2
  • OpenID Connect (OIDC)
  • SAML
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to lead technical discussions.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience implementing AI-enabled features or integrating AI services (e.g., LLM APIs, ML services, predictive analytics, AI-assisted workflows).
• Experience with microservices architecture.
• Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Familiarity with automated testing frameworks
• Experience with secure coding standards and compliance frameworks.

Technical Competencies

Backend: Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs, Microservices, Web Services

Frontend: React, Node.js, JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3

Databases: MSSQL, PostgreSQL, Query optimization, Indexing, Data modeling

Authentication & Security: OKTA, OAuth2, OIDC, SAML, JWT, RBAC, Secure API design

AI & Emerging Technologies: AI/ML service integration, API-based AI services, data-driven application enhancements

Methodologies: Agile, Scrum, Test-driven development (TDD), CI/CD

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and architectural thinking
• Ability to mentor and guide team members
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proactive ownership mindset
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively