Technical Engineer

PH1 Finastra Philippines Inc; Manila; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangements

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Finastra in Manila is seeking a Technical Engineer to be the primary interface between our clients and the Universal Banking Customer Support team. You will troubleshoot and resolve complex issues, perform root cause analysis, and provide technical guidance while collaborating with cross-functional groups.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT, at least 2 years in technical or application support for enterprise software, strong C/C++ skills, and solid English communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/IT or related field.
• 2+ years in technical/customer support within enterprise software or fintech environments.
• Experience with C/C++ is required.
• Working knowledge of SQL, Java, and/or C# is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English.
• Analytical abilities, attention to detail, and customer focus.
• Ability to work independently and with a customer-facing team.

Responsibilities

• Respond to customer requests and help them utilize the product effectively.
• Understand issues technically and replicate scenarios in Finastra environments.
• Perform root cause analysis and provide adequate solutions or detailed analyses.
• Update clients on progress and ensure timely resolution with a focus on satisfaction.

Skills

C/C++

SQL

Java

C#

English communication

Analytical thinking

Customer focus

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related

Job description

Who are we?

At Finastra, we're a global leader in financial services software, dedicated to expanding access to financial services and shaping what's next for the industry. Our technology powers mission-critical solutions across Lending, Payments and Universal Banking, supporting over 7,000 customers, including 80% of the world's top 50 banks, in more than 110 countries. Disclaimer: Finastra has signed an agreement to sell its Universal Banking business to Pollen Street Capital, with completion expected end 2026 / early 2027, subject to consultation and customary closing conditions. Upon completion, this role is expected to transition to the standalone Universal Banking business, creating opportunities to support its future growth and success.

Reporting to the Technical Support Manager, the Technical Engineer serves as the primary interface between Finastra clients and the Universal Banking Customer Support organization, contributing to the delivery of software solutions and services that ensure a world-class customer experience. As a product and technical specialist, the Technical Engineer is responsible for managing, troubleshooting, and resolving complex customer issues in a timely and effective manner. The role requires strong technical expertise, analytical problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams. The Technical Engineer also provides technical guidance to functional consultants when required and may participate in validation testing for product enhancements, pa Respond to customer requests, whether they are reported issues, questions, or assistance requests, helping them to be able to utilize the product properly as per their needs Understand the reported issue (especially from a technical perspective) and be able to replicate the respective scenario in the Finastra environments Perform technical investigation with root cause analysis of the issue reported, providing adequate solutions where feasible and/or detailed analysis to the stakeholder teams Update clients on the progress towards issue resolution, including tracking issues sent to other departments and ensuring a timely resolution, focusing on the client’s satisfaction and product quality Participate in client (phone) meetings, WebEx sessions, to ensure proper communication with the customers and/or to speed up the investigation of the issue reported Provide temporary bug fixes to clients when needed Validate defects thoroughly by ensuring that the described scenarios are fixed Build and provide simple scripts with the assistance of senior colleagues when necessary Responsible for solutions documentation to enhance the Customer Searchable database ensuring a faster service to the customers in the future Raise/ escape issues with the Team Leader and/ or Manager where/ when needed Embed AI into day-to-day work to increase productivity, reduce manual effort, validate information against trusted sources, drive continuous process improvement, and translate data-driven insights into better business outcomes.

Required Experience

• Bachelor Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, Electronics and Communications Engineering, or related courses
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in technical support, application support, or a customer-facing technical support role within enterprise software, banking, financial services, or fintech environments.
• Experience with C/C++ is required.
• Working knowledge of SQL, Java, and/or C# is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English
• Analytical abilities, attention to detail, stability, responsibility as well as customer focus
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a customer facing team
• Willing to work on Philippine holidays, on shifts or be assigned on 'after hour' rotation

Benefits

We are proud to offer a range of incentives to our employees worldwide. These benefits are available to everyone, regardless of grade, and reflect the values we stand for: Flexibility: Enjoy unlimited vacation, subject to local regulations and business priorities. Benefit from hybrid working arrangements and inclusive policies such as paid time off for voting, bereavement, and sick leave. Well-being: Access confidential one-to-one support through our Employee Assistance Program, connect with our network of Wellbeing Champions and Gather Groups, and take part in monthly events and initiatives designed to help you thrive inside and outside of work. Health & Financial Security: Medical, life and disability insurance, retirement plans, lifestyle, and other benefits.* Sustainability: Paid time off for volunteering and donation-matching opportunities to support causes that matter to you. Inclusion: Get involved in our inclusion communities, such as Count Me In, Culture@Finastra, Proud@Finastra, Disabilities@Finastra, and Women@Finastra—open to everyone who wants to participate and contribute. Career Development: Access online learning and accredited courses through our Skills & Career Navigator tool. Recognition: Take part in our global recognition program, Finastra Celebrates, and share your voice through regular employee surveys that help shape our culture and ways of working. Our perks include paid holidays, flexible working hours, a pension plan, and comprehensive health initiatives. Join us to supercharge your career, collaborate with industry experts, and thrive in a nurturing environment that powers both your professional and personal growth. With us, you can grow, innovate, and make a real impact. At Finastra, we are proud of the wide range of incentives and benefits we offer our employees globally, reflecting our core values: doing well by doing good, putting people first, and open opportunities. We go beyond statutory requirements to maximise our offerings, investing in flexible working policies, personal growth opportunities, and well‑being programmes. Highlights include our Flexible Vacation Policy, inclusive people policies, hybrid working framework, and comprehensive well‑being support through initiatives like the Employee Assistance Program, the wellbeing Champions and our monthly events and initiatives. Additionally, we emphasise sustainability through volunteering time off and donation matching, champion inclusion through multiple employee networks and cultural initiatives, and invest heavily in career and skills development. Recognition of our employees' efforts is integral, with our global recognition platform and regular employee feedback surveys shaping our inclusive and supportive workplace culture. At Finastra, we are committed to creating a workplace where you feel valued and respected. We believe this environment drives innovation and we strive to build a team that reflects the varied backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of our global ecosystem. This philosophy is at the heart of our culture and the way we work.

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