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Lead Software Engineer (Backend)

Makati City
Level
Lead

Not stated in the posting: salary, work type, visa.

Open. First seen 7 October 2026.

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About the role

Hey, mabuhay! 💨

Angkas's standard text

Thanks for dropping by. We know looking for the right gig can feel like being stuck in EDSA traffic 🚌, so we’ll keep it moving and get straight to the point 📍.

With over 8 million downloads and a powerful network of thousand of dedicated biker-partners, we are a leading ride-hailing platform operating across the Philippines 🇵🇭. Our grand vision? To end poverty in the Philippines through revolutionary transportation solutions 🛣️. We aim to provide our customers with convenient, reliable, and safe rides, impacting millions of lives positively every single day.

Now, we're looking for a Lead Software Engineer, you’ll be responsible for driving technical excellence, architectural decisions, and team collaboration. Your deep understanding of Go (Golang), Kafka, Kubernetes (K8s), Redis, and PostgreSQL will be critical in shaping our systems.

Where And How You Can Work 🗺️

Our Manila hub is the heart of our operations, keeping millions of commuters and riders connected across the metro.We don't believe in micromanaging your route.We trust our team to choose the balance that empowers them and their squad to crush their goals 🏁. Whether you’re collaborating onsite, working remotely from your favorite coffee shop, or doing a mix of both ☕💻—we provide the flexibility; you bring the drive ⚡.

Ready to change how the Philippines moves? Let’s get this show on the road 🚦 green light!

  • Technical Leadership:
  • Owns a set of components.
  • Provide guidance on software design, development, and implementation.
  • Lead architectural discussions and decisions.
  • Contribute as senior software engineer.
  • Build and Run the software. Be part of the 24x7 on-call roaster.
  • Responsible for the delivery performance of the team.
  • Mentor and coach team members.
  • System Design and Implementation:
  • Design and implement solutions that are foundationally secure.
  • Architect and optimize Kafka-based event-driven systems.
  • Design and implement scalable solutions using Go (Golang).
  • Optimize Redis for performance and fault tolerance.
  • Define and optimize PostgreSQL database schema and queries.
  • Collaboration:
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams (product managers, designers, etc.).
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to define project requirements.
  • Foster a positive team dynamic.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science or related field.
  • 7+ years of professional development experience.
  • Expertise in Go (Golang), Kafka, K8s, Redis, and PostgreSQL.
  • Understanding of advanced programming design patterns.
  • Understanding of advanced programming principles and when/how to use them.
  • Capability to teach and demonstrate writing clean and maintainable code.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex issues.
  • Proficiency with high scalability and high availability systems.
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Benefits

Why Join Angkas? 🚀

  • Work your way – Enjoy flexibility and the freedom to thrive in your role.
  • Work-life balance – Build a career without sacrificing your personal life.
  • Free perks – Fuel up with free meals and stay active with gym access.
  • Grow fast – Unlock career advancement and promotion opportunities.
  • Get rewarded – Earn a competitive salary with opportunities for pay increases.
  • Start-up energy – Be part of a fast-moving, innovative team where your ideas matter.
  • Global vibes – Collaborate with a diverse, multicultural team in an agile workplace.
  • Tech-driven culture – Work with modern tools and cutting-edge technology that keep you ahead of the game.

What this role asks for

Standard for backend roles

Kubernetes · PostgreSQL

Common in backend postings at any company.

83% of this description is written for the role. The rest is Angkas's standard text, folded away below.

Read against Angkas's other open postings on this site.

The team: Technology HIRES STEADILY

This role is one of 7 open in Technology. 3 were posted in the last 30 days and the oldest in July: a team that hires all year rather than one being built.

WHAT THE TEAM WORKS WITH, ACROSS ITS POSTINGS

Kubernetes (5 of 7), PostgreSQL (5 of 7), Golang (4 of 7), Kafka (4 of 7), Redis (4 of 7), GCP (2 of 7), Microservices (2 of 7)

OTHER ROLES ON THIS TEAM

From the team and dates on Angkas's own job board.

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