Software Engineer

Likha-iT Inc.; Philippines; Hybrid; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Likha-iT Inc. in Makati City, Philippines, is seeking high-potential software engineers with a product mindset to join a global engineering team. You will own your growth, tackle challenging problems, and contribute to integrated management platforms that empower small businesses.

We hire for a product mindset, autonomy, and the ability to adapt quickly to new AI-driven development. The role requires a hybrid setup with at least 3 days onsite weekly in Makati.

Qualifications

• Engineers with at least 1 year of formal software development experience.
• Autonomous and pro-active; you actively seek solutions.
• Experience using AI tools to optimize development workflow.
• Curious about user experience and why features help users.
• Thrive in fast-paced environments and welcome change as a learning opportunity.
• Ability to work in a Hybrid Setup (at least 3 days onsite weekly in Makati).

Responsibilities

• Is willing to learn new technologies, tools, and concepts and seeks feedback as needed to complete tasks.
• Solves clearly defined, self-contained technical problems with or without guidance.
• Ability to rapidly adapt to AI-driven development.

Skills

Autonomous

AI tooling

User experience focus

Fast-paced environment

Hybrid work

Tools

Ruby

Go

TypeScript

Python

Ruby on Rails

React

Vite

Webpack

AWS

Kubernetes

Terraform

Helm

Aurora

BigQuery

Claude code

Argo CD

Bugsnag

Datadog

Redash

Job description

About Us

Likha-iT Inc. is a software development company based in Makati City and a subsidiary of freee K.K. in Japan. As part of its global engineering team, we share a singular mission: to 'Empower Small Businesses to Take Center Stage.'

We seek exceptional engineers with a strong product mindset—those who care not just about how something is built, but why it matters and who it serves. We build integrated management platforms that streamline operations and empower anyone to manage their business freely. Because our work supports Japan’s accounting infrastructure, every team member takes ownership and drives real impact for our users.

About the Role

We seek 'Bamboo Shoot' talent: high-potential developers with the resilience and velocity to grow rapidly.

At Likha-iT, we are autonomous builders, not just code-writers. If you have a product mindset and a hunger for growth, we want to help you take center stage. We are looking for those who aren't afraid of change and are ready to take full ownership of their career.

Tech Stack and Tools

• Languages/Frameworks: Ruby, Go, TypeScript, Python, Ruby On Rails, React, Vite, webpack, and etc.

• Infrastructure: AWS, Kubernetes, Terraform, Helm, Aurora, BigQuery, and etc.

• Tools: Claude code, Argo CD, Bugsnag, Datadog, Redash, and etc.

Responsibilities

• Is willing to learn new technologies, tools, and concepts and seeks feedback as needed to complete their tasks.

• Solves clearly defined, self-contained technical problems with/without guidance.

• Ability to rapidly adapt to the new AI-driven development.

Qualifications

• Engineers with at-least 1 year of formal software development experience.

• You are autonomous and don't wait to be told what to do. You actively seek out solutions and are eager to master new technologies.

• You have knowledge of utilizing AI tools and technologies to optimize your development workflow, accelerate problem-solving, and enhance code efficiency.

• You have a natural curiosity for user experience. You don’t just want to know how to code a feature; you want to know why it helps the user.

• You thrive in fast-paced environments and see change as an opportunity to learn rather than a hurdle.

• Ability to work in a Hybrid Setup (at least 3 days onsite weekly in Makati from Monday to Friday).

Hiring Process

1. Code Exam: Show us your technical logic and problem-solving skills.

2. Technical Interview: A deep dive into your engineering experience and the "how" behind your code.

3. Culture Fit Interview: Let’s talk about your values, your product mindset, and how you align with freee’s mission.

4. Final Interview: A final in-person interview with Likha’s President and Engineering Head.

References

• LiKHA-iT Inc. Official Site

• freee K.K. Official English Site