Product Manager and Platform Manager at EastWest Bank

Makati, Metro Manila, Philippines -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Product Management, Platform Management, External APIs, API Portal, Banking-as-a-Service (BaaS), API Strategy, Roadmap Delivery, API Design, Scalability, Security, API Governance, Developer Experience, Stakeholder Collaboration, REST, API Lifecycle Management

Industry

Banking

Description

About the Job Location: Taguig Corporate Title: Manager to Senior Manager Work Arrangement: Hybrid Our Business Development team is looking for experienced professionals to join us in Taguig as a Product Manager or Platform Manager. In this role you will report directly to the Head of Technology and Implementation under the Chief Business Development Office and lead the design, delivery, and management of External APIs to be published on the EWB API Portal. You will also oversee the development, implementation, and ongoing management of the platforms components and features to ensure a scalable, secure, and high-performing API ecosystem. Your dream. Our focus. East West Banking Corporation (EastWest) is one of the largest universal banks in the Philippines, and is committed to continuously invest in people and in process, product, and service enhancements, and embrace new ideas to enhance the EastWest experience. We empower our employees to drive their careers and are committed to provide the runway for them to grow. We value teamwork and individual initiative. Join us and be part of a highly engaged team, and a workplace that promotes development and goal attainment. Whether you're just starting out, or already a seasoned professional, EastWest can help you unleash your potential, and bridge the gap between dream to success. What the role will entail Own and drive the end-to-end strategy, roadmap, and delivery of the banks API product portfolio and API Portal, ensuring alignment with the overall Banking-as-a-Service (BaaS) strategy and business objectives. Lead the design, enhancement, and evolution of External APIs and portal features, translating business requirements into scalable, secure, reusable, and fit-for-purpose solutions in close collaboration with Product, IT, Architecture, Engineering, and UX teams. Oversee implementation planning and execution of API and platform initiatives, ensuring timely delivery, quality outcomes, and seamless integration across internal and external stakeholders. Establish and enforce governance, standards, and best practices across APIs and portal capabilities, ensuring compliance with security, regulatory, and enterprise architecture requirements, including proper documentation, versioning, and lifecycle management. Own the developer and partner experience within the API Portal, driving usability, efficient onboarding, self-service capabilities, and continuous improvement through data insights and stakeholder feedback. Act as the central coordination point for API and platform-related enhancements, providing guidance to cross-functional teams and performing other duties as may be assigned from time to time. What we're looking for Bachelor's degree in either Computer Science, Engineering, or related field At least 2 years of experience in product management, API management, or platform development roles, with exposure to API-driven or platform-based systems; experience in banking, fintech, or digital platforms is preferred. Strong understanding of APIs, integration concepts, and platform ecosystems, including familiarity with REST, API lifecycle management, developer portals, onboarding tools, and documentation standards. Proven ability to translate business and user requirements into clear technical and platform specifications, working closely with Engineering, Architecture, and UX teams to deliver scalable, client-facing solutions. Demonstrates strong ownership and accountability, with a user-centric and detail-oriented mindset, structured and analytical thinking, and the ability to communicate and collaborate effectively across business and technical stakeholders. What you can expect from joining our team Career development and training opportunities Competitive salary package and benefits Performance-based incentives and recognition programs to reward high-performing individuals Opportunity to work with industry experts and be mentored by them Defined career progression paths to guide you in your professional growth

Responsibilities

The role involves owning and driving the end-to-end strategy, roadmap, and delivery of the bank's API product portfolio and API Portal, ensuring alignment with the Banking-as-a-Service strategy. This includes leading the design, enhancement, and evolution of External APIs and portal features while overseeing implementation and enforcing governance standards.