Software Backend Engineer (MID)

Angkas; Makati; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance

Free meals & gym access

Career growth

Competitive salary

Startup energy

Global team

Tech-driven culture

Job summary

Angkas, a leading ride-hailing platform in the Philippines, is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to drive technical excellence. You will design and implement features using Go and Kafka, influence architectural decisions around Kubernetes, Redis, and PostgreSQL, and mentor junior developers.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build scalable, secure systems that power millions of rides. Expect a fast-moving startup environment with flexible work options, strong problem-solving

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science or related field.
• 3+ years of professional development experience.
• Proficiency in Go (Golang) and Kafka.
• Understanding of advanced programming design patterns.
• Understanding of advanced programming principles and when/how to use them.
• Familiarity with Kubernetes (K8s) for container orchestration.
• Experience with Redis and PostgreSQL.
• Experience with high scalability and high availability systems is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement software solutions.
• Develop and enhance features using Go (Golang) and Kafka.
• Participate in architectural discussions and decisions involving application security.
• Participate in architectural decisions related to Kubernetes (K8s) deployments.
• Optimize Redis for caching and data storage.
• Design and optimize PostgreSQL database schema and queries.
• Mentor junior developers and provide technical guidance.

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Go (Golang)

Kafka

Kubernetes (K8s)

Redis

PostgreSQL

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 Senior Software Engineer. As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll be a key contributor to our software development team, driving technical excellence and architectural decisions. Your deep understanding of Go (Golang), Kafka, Kubernetes (K8s), Redis, and PostgreSQL will be critical in shaping our systems.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to design and implement software solutions.
• Develop and enhance features using Go (Golang) and Kafka.
• Participate in architectural discussions and decisions involving application security.
• Participate in architectural decisions related to Kubernetes (K8s) deployments.
• Optimize Redis for caching and data storage.
• Design and optimize PostgreSQL database schema and queries.
• Mentor junior developers and provide technical guidance.

At Angkas, we believe in giving our people the trust and flexibility to work in a way that helps them and their teams perform at their best. Whether you're working onsite, remotely, or in a hybrid setup, we provide the flexibility, you bring the drive.

Let's get this show on the road!

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science or related field.
• 3+ years of professional development experience.
• Proficiency in Go (Golang) and Kafka.
• Understanding of advanced programming design patterns.
• Understanding of advanced programming principles and when/how to use them.
• Familiarity with Kubernetes (K8s) for container orchestration.
• Experience with Redis and PostgreSQL.
• Experience with high scalability and high availability systems is a plus.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.

• 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.