Software Engineer (Manpower Pooling)

Vanigent Biopharm; Metro Manila; On-site; PHP 840,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanigent Biopharm is building a Philippines-based software engineering talent pool for future opportunities. The role focuses on designing, developing, and maintaining scalable software that integrates APIs and AI capabilities within a robust SDLC.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, contribute to architecture discussions, and help ensure secure, reliable software delivery in a fast-growing biopharma tech environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of professional software development experience.
• Strong proficiency in multiple programming languages and frameworks.
• Solid understanding of SDLC, software architecture, databases, APIs, and version control.
• Experience developing and integrating REST APIs and third‑party services.
• Experience with cloud platforms, CI/CD, containers, or DevOps practices.
• Experience in Agile/Scrum environments and in debugging and performance optimization.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable software applications from requirements.
• Translate product specs into robust technical solutions and clean code.
• Write well-documented, efficient code following standards and security practices.
• Develop features, integrations, and AI-enabled capabilities where applicable.
• Participate in design discussions, code reviews, and architecture planning.
• Ensure reliability, performance, and secure deployment across environments.

Skills

Programming languages

Software architecture

APIs

Agile/Scrum

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/IT/Engineering

Tools

REST APIs

CI/CD

Containerization

Cloud platforms

Relational/NoSQL databases

Job description

Location Requirement

This is a Philippines-based position. We are currently building a talent pool of qualified Software Engineers who are Filipino residents currently residing in the Philippines for future hiring opportunities.

Essential Responsibilities

1. Software Development & Application Engineering

• Design, develop, and maintain software applications based on defined business and technical requirements.
• Translate product requirements and technical specifications into functional and scalable software solutions.
• Write clean, efficient, maintainable, and well-documented code following established development standards.
• Develop new features, enhancements, integrations, and technical solutions across assigned applications and platforms.
• Participate in system design and technical architecture discussions.
• Ensure software solutions are scalable, maintainable, secure, and fit for purpose.

2. Application Integration & Technical Development

• Develop and maintain APIs, services, databases, and integrations required to support applications.
• Integrate third-party systems, services, and technologies as required.
• Collaborate with AI Engineers and other technical teams to integrate AI capabilities into software applications where applicable.
• Evaluate technical approaches and recommend appropriate solutions based on business requirements, scalability, maintainability, and cost.
• Support application configuration, deployment, and release activities.

3. Quality, Testing & Reliability

• Conduct unit testing, integration testing, debugging, and technical validation of software solutions.
• Collaborate with Test Engineers and QA resources to identify, investigate, and resolve defects.
• Analyze production issues and implement appropriate corrective and preventive actions.
• Participate in code reviews and ensure compliance with coding, security, and development standards.
• Monitor application performance and identify opportunities for optimization and improvement.
• Support the resolution of critical production issues within agreed timelines.

4. Software Development Lifecycle & Delivery

• Participate in requirements analysis, sprint planning, development, testing, deployment, and post-release activities.
• Provide accurate estimates and communicate development progress, risks, dependencies, and potential delays.
• Maintain appropriate technical documentation for applications, components, integrations, and implementation decisions.
• Follow established version-control, branching, deployment, and release-management practices.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of software development processes and engineering standards.

5. Cross-Functional Collaboration & Innovation

• Partner with Product, AI, QA, and business stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver effective technology solutions.
• Provide technical recommendations and identify opportunities to improve application functionality and user experience.
• Participate in cross-functional strategic initiatives and special projects.
• Support the development of internal products, tools, automation solutions, and technical capabilities that may subsequently be offered to third-party clients.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and development practices and recommend relevant improvements.
• Leverage automation and AI tools to improve development productivity, quality, and operational efficiency.

6. General Responsibilities

The responsibilities outlined above are not exhaustive and may evolve based on the changing needs and priorities of the business. The incumbent is expected to consistently meet or exceed performance expectations, demonstrate sound professional judgment, collaborate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders, and comply with all applicable company policies, procedures, and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of professional experience in software development or a related discipline.
• Strong proficiency in one or more programming languages and relevant software development frameworks.
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle, software architecture, databases, APIs, and version control.
• Experience developing and integrating REST APIs and third-party services.
• Experience with relational and/or NoSQL databases.
• Experience with cloud platforms, CI/CD, containerization, or DevOps practices is an advantage.
• Experience working in an Agile/Scrum development environment.
• Strong understanding of software testing, debugging, security, and performance optimization.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and deliver within agreed timelines.
• Experience working in a technology, pharmaceutical/biopharma, or high-growth organization is an advantage.
• Process oriented.
• Ability to leverage automation and AI to improve software development and engineering efficiency.