Software Engineer (Java + NodeJS)

Sysgen RPO, Inc.; Taguig; On-site; PHP 700,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Sysgen RPO, Inc. is seeking a Mid-Senior Java Software Engineer to design, develop, and maintain scalable enterprise applications and services. The role covers backend services, APIs, authentication, and modern web apps with front-end work in React/Node.js.

You will collaborate in Agile/Scrum teams, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to secure, scalable solutions including OKTA integration and AI-enabled enhancements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 3–5 years of professional software development experience.
• Strong Java, Spring, REST, Node.js, and front-end skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy scalable Java applications using Spring frameworks.
• Develop and maintain RESTful web services and APIs.
• Build modern front-end apps using React and Node.js.
• Design and maintain relational databases (MSSQL, PostgreSQL).
• Implement secure authentication with OKTA and other IdPs.
• Develop secure API integrations using OAuth2, OpenID Connect, and SAML.
• Contribute to system architecture decisions and technical design docs.
• Integrate AI/ML-based services where applicable.
• Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies and cross-functional collaboration.
• Perform code reviews and ensure high quality, scalable, and secure code.

Skills

Java

Spring / Spring Boot

RESTful APIs

Node.js

React

OAuth2 / OIDC / SAML

OKTA integration

Agile/Scrum

Problem solving

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD

Job description

Work Location: Taguig - Hybrid

Schedule : Night Shift

Java Software Engineer (Mid-Senior)

We are seeking a highly skilledMid- Senior Software Engineerto 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

• 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).

• At least 3-5 years of professional software development experience.

• Strong proficiency in:

  • Java (3-5+) 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).

• Familiarity 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.