Senior Developer | Permanent WFH | Day Shift | Day 1 HMO - Manila

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Lead, Build, and Inspire in the World of Development

Push boundaries, build smarter systems, and bring innovation to life with technology that safeguards industries worldwide. Step into a role where your expertise as a developer becomes the driving force behind transformative solutions. This opportunity offers a global career that lets you make your mark in the security and SaaS industry without leaving your home country.

Grow beyond limits, shape the future, and leave a lasting legacy in tech.

Job Description

As a Senior Developer, you will design and deliver core product features, refine architecture, mentor developers, and drive AI-powered development practices. You'll collaborate closely with leadership while owning both strategy and execution, ensuring scalable, secure, and innovative solutions.

Job Overview

Employment type: Full-time
Shift: Day Shift, 9AM onwards (NZ time), Weekends Off

Work setup: Permanent WFH

Exciting Perks Await!
  • Day 1 HMO coverage with free dependent
  • Competitive Salary Package
  • Permanent WFH arrangement
  • Day shift schedule
  • Fixed weekends off
  • 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 (Want to know more? Visit https://bit.ly/EmaptaTrainingCalendar)
  • 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)
  • Fun engagement activities for employees
  • Mentorship and exposure to global leaders and teams
  • Career growth opportunities
  • Diverse and supportive work environment
The Qualifications We Seek
  • 5+ years of software development experience across modern SaaS environments
  • Experience migrating code from existing developers to in-house teams
  • Ability to proactively identify solutions and improve ways of working
  • Strong skills in JavaScript/TypeScript, React, and C# (or equivalent enterprise-grade languages)
  • Experience interpreting code written by other developers and enabling the team to manage it in-house long term
  • Experience using or evaluating AI-based developer tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Code Rabbit, Cursor)
  • Comfort embedding AI-based developer tools into workflows
  • Ability to work independently and contribute effectively in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent communication skills, especially when discussing technical decisions
  • Curiosity, strategic thinking, and a forward-looking approach to problem solving
  • Willingness to experiment with AI and help build internal R&D capability, embedding AI-driven methods in platform development, engineering workflow, and delivery pipelines
  • Openness to viewing AI as a partner in accelerating software development
  • Bonus: Experience in cybersecurity, SaaS, or data-heavy products
Your Daily Tasks
  • Lead design and delivery of core product features across front-end and back-end
  • Own and refine system architecture to ensure scalability, performance, and security
  • Mentor and support junior and intermediate developers to raise the technical bar
  • Drive adoption of AI-driven development workflows (e.g., Copilot, Code Rabbit, Cursor)
  • Champion engineering best practices, CI/CD pipelines, and test automation
  • Partner with the founder/CTO on product roadmap and technical strategy
  • Identify opportunities for new features, improved automation, and long-term technical resilience
  • Communicate engineering decisions clearly and confidently to technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Shape internal R&D capability and lead AI integration initiatives

About the Client

Building Smarter, Safer Digital Futures

Our client is a pioneering force in the security and investigation industry, creating scalable, AI-powered SaaS solutions designed to become part of New Zealand's digital backbone. They thrive in fast-paced innovation, developing products that safeguard industries while empowering teams with cutting-edge technology.

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!

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