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Lead the future of POS tech with Java excellence.

Bring your leadership, creativity, and tech mastery to a role that shapes real-world impact in retail software innovation. Here's your chance to build a global career in the POS software industry-no passport needed. Join a high-performing team driving international innovation while staying rooted in the Philippines. This is more than a job-it's a global opportunity to make your mark, lead solutions, and create lasting change.

Job Description

As a Principal Engineer & Technical Lead (Java) , you will lead the end-to-end development and delivery of POS applications, manage cross-functional teams, and collaborate with global stakeholders to design cloud-native solutions, implement DevOps best practices, and ensure optimal software performance across markets.

Job Overview

Employment type: Full-time

Work setup: Hybrid (Makati-based with opportunity to transition to fully remote)

• Day 1 HMO coverage with free dependent
• Competitive Salary Package
• Hybrid work arrangement (opportunity to transition to full WFH)
• Prime office location in Makati (Easy access to MRT stations, restaurants, and banks)
• Salary Advance Program through our banking partner (Eligibility and approval subject to bank assessment. Available to account holders with minimum of 6 months company tenure.)
• Unlimited upskilling through Emapta Academy courses
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• Free 24/7 access to our office gyms (Ortigas and Makati) with a free physical fitness trainer
• Exclusive Emapta Lifestyle perks (hotel and restaurant discounts, and more)
• Unlimited opportunities for employee referral incentives across the organization
• Standard government and Emapta benefits
• Total of 20 annual leaves to be used on your own discretion (including 5 credits convertible to cash)
• Mentorship and exposure to global leaders and teams
• Diverse and supportive work environment

The Qualifications We Seek

• 8+ years in software development, with a focus on Java, Spring, and Angular
• 3+ years in a senior or principal engineering leadership role , ideally within the POS or similar software domain
• Demonstrated experience designing and implementing high-performance, scalable cloud and software solutions
• Strong analytical and diagnostic skills, a proactive attitude to learning new technologies, and the ability to work independently and within a small team
• Strong written and spoken English communication skills
• Ability to collaborate and manage geographically distributed staff
• Background in Agile and Scrum-based development practices

Technical Skills:

• Commercial Java development (8+ years)
• Proficiency in Spring Framework and Hibernate
• Expertise in Angular (16+)
• Experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP); AWS is a plus
• Good SQL knowledge and experience with JasperReports and Firebase
• Experience with DevOps toolsets including:
• IntelliJ/WebStorm
• CI/CD via GitHub Actions
• Automated testing frameworks like Marathon
• Docker, Terraform
• Prometheus, Grafana or similar tools

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field

Your Daily Tasks

• Technical Leadership: Design, develop, and deploy POS applications using Java, Spring, and Angular frameworks, setting high standards for quality, scalability, and maintainability.
• Team Management: Lead and mentor a team of developers, setting goals, managing priorities, and fostering a culture of accountability, technical excellence, and continuous improvement.
• Client Engagement: Work directly with clients to gather requirements, understand business needs, and ensure that technical solutions align with customer expectations.
• Cross-functional collaboration: Work with product owners, architects, and stakeholders across teams in the Philippines and Australia to define requirements, set project priorities, and translate business needs into technical solutions.
• Architectural Strategy: Drive the adoption of cloud-native architecture on the Google Cloud Platform, establish robust CI/CD practices, and integrate monitoring and automated deployment tools such as Prometheus and Grafana.
• Process Optimization: Establish and optimize Agile workflows, code review standards, and testing processes to improve team development efficiency and code quality.
• Code Quality & Reviews: Conduct code reviews and enforce best practices in coding, architecture, and security to ensure the long-term maintainability of our solutions.
• Innovation & Trend Tracking: Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies, continuously introducing new tools and methodologies to enhance our technology stack.
• Team Culture & Development: Build and sustain a collaborative and innovative engineering culture, promoting knowledge sharing and teamwork across geographies.

About the Client

Engineering innovation in every transaction

Our client, Fedelta, is a cutting-edge Australian POS solutions provider empowering retailers through technology. They design and develop advanced point-of-sale systems that elevate the retail experience and drive business growth. With a focus on agility, precision, and reliability, they help businesses deliver seamless service and scalable operations in the competitive retail industry.

• We value our customer relationships and the relationships we have with out peers & teammates. We believe that we achieve more when we work together and for each other.
• We are compassionate , we to and we care for everyone we engage with.
• We are accountable , each of us is responsible for our words, actions and results.
• We value integrity , we build trust through our actions.
• We value respect , we treat people with dignity and professionalism.
• We are diligent , we show care and conscientiousness in our work and duties. We get things right the first time.

Welcome to Emapta Philippines

Join a team that values camaraderie, excellence, and growth. Recognized as one of the Top 20 Dream Companies of Filipinos in 2024, Emapta stands proudly alongside industry giants, offering stability and exciting career opportunities. Your career flourishes here with competitive compensation, international clients, and a work culture focused on collaboration and innovation. Work with global clients across industries, supported by a stable foundation and like-minded professionals passionate about making an impact. We empower your success with opportunities for personal and professional development in an inclusive environment. Apply now and be part of the #EmaptaEra

Seniority level

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type Full-time

Job function

• Job function Information Technology
• Industries Outsourcing and Offshoring Consulting

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