Full Stack Software Engineer

The Applications Development team provides innovative solutions in driving Manulife’s digital transformation. We are looking for versatile Full Stack Engineer who are obsesses about Customers and is passionate about developing amazing technology solutions.

Applications Development Team, We Are

• An agile team that enables Manulife and its Customer a better Quality of Life through technology.
• Ready to fail fast trying new ideas that challenge the way we do business
• An interesting and competitive cast of characters who are always looking to innovate and find new ways of to better serve our Customers
• Here to support each other and create a fun and challenging work environment where everyone is engaged and all in on making our Team an awesome group to work with
  
  

Position Responsibilities

• Design, code, unit test and integrate new features and functionality
• Apply creative problem solving that bring software designs to life
• Build apps, APIs and data solutions to drive projects
• Promote agile principles and methodology
• Participate in ideation and brainstorming sessions to devise creative and disruptive digital solutions
• Perform various investigative "Spikes" in order to mitigate technical uncertainty and risk
• Assist in the development of automated test harnesses as necessary to ensure delivery of high-quality code
• Update progress daily through the tracking tool (Jira) or Kanban board
• Complete and ensure completion of any required documentation required e.g. deployment, maintenance, support and business needs
• Participate in the weekly Look Ahead meetings to assist the Product Owner to refine the Product Backlog including providing initial estimates
• Apply disciplined coding practices to enable agility and delivery of high-quality code
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Technologies such as: React, Angular, JQuery, Javascript, Python, Scala or Java, C#
• Web Development skills such as: HTML 5, CSS 3, AJAX, JSON, ASP.Net
• Good API skills (technologies such as Express/Node, GraphQL/Relay, Flask, Jersey, Java Spring REST or WebApi2)
• Writes clear, readable and maintainable code, takes ownership of the quality and usability of code
• Understands how to find and reuse patterns and platforms in the Manulife ecosystem and the broader community
• Knowledge on MS SQL, hands-on RDBMS experience (data modeling, analysis, programming, stored procedures)
• Knowledgeable in Unit, Integration, Functional, System, Stress, Performance, Usability Testing
• Knowledgeable in Web Deployment and Management
• Good foundation in data structures, algorithms, and OO Design with rock-solid programming skills
• Collaborative attitude, willingness to work with team members; able to coach, participate in code reviews, share skills and methods
• Constantly learns from both success and failure
• Good organizational and problem-solving abilities that enable you to manage through creative abrasion
• Good verbal and written communication; effectively articulates technical vision, possibilities, and outcomes
• Experiments with emerging technologies and understanding how they will impact what comes next
• Experience working in or leading complex enterprise implementations
• Amenable to work UP Ayala Technohub (Quezon City)
• Amenable to work on a hybrid set-up (3x a week onsite)
• Amenable to work in a fixed night shift schedule assigned (also flexible depending on business need)
  
  

When You Join Our Team

• We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.
• We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.
• As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see.
  
  

About Manulife And John Hancock

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html.

Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law.

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact [email protected].

Working Arrangement

Hybrid