Senior Officer, Backend Software Engineer

About PDAX
At PDAX, we believe that the future of money is digital, and our mission is to empower all Filipinos to grow their wealth through blockchain technology.

As one of the first crypto firms in the Philippine market, we feel a sense of duty to our users and to the ecosystem to set the standard for safety, ease of access, and reliability. We expect our team to share in this responsibility and cherish our vision of a more open and equitable financial system.

We are looking for new team members that are passionate about cryptocurrency, want to work in a disruptive, fast-growing industry, and thrive in a start-up environment.

If this sounds like you, then we'd love to talk.

General Responsibilities

• Ability to engineer complex, multi-tiered distributed software systems
• Design, implement, test and document / diagram software solutions for technical and business requirements
• Collaborate with (and often lead) cross-functional teams including product managers, designers, and software engineers to deliver high-quality software solutions.
• Leverage broad technical and industry experience to actively contribute to company high level targets not just by direct execution/implementation but also guiding and growing subordinates and peers.
• Contribute to the design and architecture of software systems, taking into consideration factors like scalability, reliability, and maintainability.
• Adhere to industry regulations around data security, privacy, and compliance.
• Actively participate in Agile/Scrum development process, including grooming sessions, sprint planning, and daily standups.
• Keep up-to-date on industry trends and emerging technologies, and suggest improvements to development processes and practices.
• Encourage and guide teams in adopting AI tools to streamline operations and enhance performance.
• Evaluate new AI technologies to boost productivity or innovation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Mastery of at least one backend language: , Python, or Go.
• Mastery of databases and ORM.
• Mastery of at least 1 software development framework like Express (Node), FastAPI (Python), or Gorilla/Mux (Go).
• Strong understanding of fundamental software development principles, design patterns, and best practices.
• Able to leverage know-how to make engineering decisions weighing pros and cons on both a technical and product/business level.
• Strong problem solving and debugging skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, often in a position of leadership.
• Maturity to teach and grow subordinates and peers to navigate complex engineering problems.
• Perform effectively in a multitasking environment with minimal supervision.
• Strong professional attitude together combined with a drive to get things done.

Our Culture

Communication

• We prioritize clear and transparent communication, ensuring that there is clarity among everyone we work with.
• We aim to have a collaborative environment, where innovative ideas in investment strategies are shared openly and constructively, driving the industry forward.

Customer-focus

• We think about how our decisions impact our customers and ensure we provide the best experience that we can.
• We believe in building lasting relationships with our clients, constantly learning from and listening to them, and always striving to look out for what's best for both sides.

Commitment

• We always aim to do the right thing and to do the right thing, excellently. We take accountability seriously and uphold ourselves to high standards, ensuring that we execute with attention to detail.
• We are dedicated to the long-term success of our clients in the dynamic world of financial technology, maintaining integrity and professionalism in every aspect of our work.