Software Development Engineer (Automation) at Octal Philippines Inc.
Pasig, National Capital District, Philippines -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Python, Java, JavaScript, Backend Development, Full-stack Development, Automation Frameworks, Infrastructure, CI/CD, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Docker, Kubernetes, Cloud Platforms, Modular Design, Scalability

Industry

Information Technology & Services

Description
We are hiring a Software Development Engineer with strong backend or full-stack development skills who will focus on building and modernizing our test automation frameworks and infrastructure. This is not a QA or tester role. This is a software development position with a focus on tools and architecture that enable scalable, maintainable, and intelligent automation. You will work closely with the Technical Test Manager and collaborate with QA and DevOps teams to rebuild our internal automation tooling from the ground up. You are expected to bring software engineering best practices to the automation space, including modular design, scalability, performance, and maintainability. You are not required to have experience with automation testing, but you must be willing to undergo training in automation concepts and tools. Your primary responsibility is to treat test infrastructure like product code, with the same attention to structure, reusability, and technical rigor. Education Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related fields. Experience · Minimum 6 years of software development experience · Strong experience with Python, Java, or JavaScript · Familiarity with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI) · Experience working with Docker, Kubernetes, or cloud platforms is a plus · Background in eCommerce or large-scale systems is a plus · No prior experience in test automation required, but a willingness to learn is critical Soft Skills · Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking · Excellent communication and collaboration skills · Willingness to work with QA, Development, and DevOps to improve quality systems · Curious and open to learning new tools and practices · Self-motivated and accountable
Responsibilities
The primary responsibility is to build and modernize test automation frameworks and infrastructure, treating test infrastructure with the same rigor as product code. This involves applying software engineering best practices to create scalable, maintainable, and intelligent automation tooling.
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