Technical Manager

Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI); Manila; On-site; PHP 1,800,000 - 2,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) in Manila is seeking a Technical Manager (Java) to lead hands-on development and maintenance of enterprise applications, spanning front-end, back-end, and integration components, while ensuring stability and regulatory alignment.

You will guide developers, perform code reviews, and collaborate with business users and vendors to deliver robust solutions. A strong Java background and experience in banking environments are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• At least 5 years of Java development experience.
• Strong Java, Oracle DB, SQL skills and lifecycle knowledge.
• Experience in full-stack development and system integration.
• Strong leadership, analytical, and communication abilities, preferably in banking.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, enhance, and maintain Java-based applications to support business, operational, and regulatory requirements of the Bank
• Perform hands-on full-stack development, including front-end, back-end, API, and system integration components, while ensuring adherence to development standards and best practices
• Lead application support activities, including incident, problem, and change management, to ensure service level commitments and system availability are consistently met
• Conduct systems analysis, technical design, code reviews, and solution implementation while providing technical guidance to developers and project teams
• Collaborate with business users, vendors, and technology teams to deliver application enhancements, manage technical risks, and drive continuous improvement initiatives

Skills

Java development

Full-stack development

Leadership

Systems analysis

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / IT / Engineering

Tools

Oracle databases

SQL

APIs

System integration frameworks

Job description

Job Description:

TECHNICAL MANAGER (JAVA)

Job Summary

The Technical Manager is responsible for the hands-on development, maintenance, and enhancement of enterprise applications, with a strong focus on Java-based solutions. The role leads the delivery of technical solutions across front-end, back-end, and integration components while ensuring application stability, compliance, and alignment with business requirements.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, enhance, and maintain Java-based applications to support business, operational, and regulatory requirements of the Bank
• Perform hands-on full-stack development, including front-end, back-end, API, and system integration components, while ensuring adherence to development standards and best practices
• Lead application support activities, including incident, problem, and change management, to ensure service level commitments and system availability are consistently met
• Conduct systems analysis, technical design, code reviews, and solution implementation while providing technical guidance to developers and project teams
• Collaborate with business users, vendors, and technology teams to deliver application enhancements, manage technical risks, and drive continuous improvement initiatives

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field
• At least 5 years of experience in Java development, including hands-on application design, development, maintenance, and support of enterprise systems
• Strong proficiency in Java, Oracle databases, SQL, application development lifecycle methodologies, and systems analysis and design
• Experience in full-stack development, including front-end technologies, back-end services, APIs, and system integration frameworks
• Strong leadership, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, preferably with experience in banking or financial services environments