Senior Software Engineer

About Penbrothers

Penbrothers is an HR & remote talent management partner and one of the fastest growing companies in the Philippines. We provide talented Filipinos with global opportunities in high-growth startups and dynamic companies, from the comfort of their own homes.

Our client is at the forefront of digital innovation, leveraging the power of technology to solve complex problems and deliver exceptional solutions.

We're seeking a Senior Software Engineer with expertise in Python, and CSS, with familiarity in React. Experience with Next.js is also needed, as this is primarily a full-stack role with expert experience in AWS. In this role, you will develop high-quality, scalable, and innovative applications that meet the needs of our clients. Your work will directly contribute to our mission of providing state-of-the-art digital solutions by creating efficient, secure, and flexible software systems that stand the test of time.

• Develop Python-based solutions with a focus on REST APIs, pass-through middleware services, and occasional ETL pipelines.
• Design and build full-stack applications within AWS infrastructure, utilizing Python, React, and containerization best practices (e.g., Docker, ECS, EKS).
• Create, implement, and maintain well-documented Python APIs and manage pass-through data integrations.
• Provide technical guidance on API development and lead efforts around data migration from legacy systems.
• Collaborate closely with software engineers, architects, and stakeholders to gather and understand business and technical requirements.
• Stay current with industry best practices and emerging technologies, offering insights to improve the team's technical capabilities.
• Write clean, maintainable code following object-oriented programming principles and established design patterns.

• 5+ years of professional experience in the software industry
• 5+ years of technical delivery and ownership of full-stack projects using React, Python, and Cloud services
• 3+ years of experience with AWS, including:
• Containerization (Docker)
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform
• Deployment pipelines
• 3+ years of experience with CSS and styling front-end applications
• 2+ years of experience with React
• 2+ years of experience with Next.js (including App Router and Server Components)
• Proficiency in writing semantic HTML
• Hands-on experience with Agile/Scrum development methodologies
• Experience managing OpenAPI Specification (OAS) documentation
• Proficient with version control tools such as GitLab, GitHub, and Bitbucket
• Proven ability to identify and drive high-impact projects that align with company strategy

We utilize AI tools to enhance our hiring efficiency and ensure a fair evaluation of all candidates. As a result, candidates who passed our initial evaluations should expect an AI Interviewer as a component of our recruitment process. This is supervised by Human Talent Acquisition Experts who will also engage with you throughout your application journey.

At Penbrothers, we are obsessed with creating positive employee experiences. Here you’ll find an environment that nurtures learning and provides opportunities for growth. You’ll have the opportunity to make an impact on fast-growing startups and dynamic companies.

• Meaningful work & Growth: We take every opportunity to stretch ourselves and deliver an excellent client experience.
• Employee as our biggest asset: We are genuinely invested in our people’s career and welfare.
• Global reach & local impact: Get to work with high-growth startups and dynamic companies from the comfort of your own home.
• Powering global startups: We’ve created 1,400 Filipino jobs that empower global start-ups to focus on growth.