Information Technology (IT)
API Engineer
Job Description
About Security Bank


We are the Philippines’ largest independent bank, having won countless awards over the years, including Philippines’ Top Employer, named by Statista, and Best Bank for Diversity and Inclusion, awarded by Asiamoney.
We’re changing how people bank. From the moment customers enter our branches to their experience online, we make them feel valued and empowered.
Now, with more than 300+ branches nationwide, BetterBanking has become the gold standard in improving the banking lives of millions of Filipinos. But we’re far from done.
In our constant pursuit of excellence and improvement, we create teams that support our business and each other.
The Role
The API Engineer supports the API Platform Team by designing, building, and employing API solutions to connect both internal and third-party technologies. S/He is expected to use leading-edge development practices and leverage cutting-edge technologies to build a technology advantage for SBC.
How you’ll contribute
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- Delivers API solutions that streamline, simplify and improve SBC’s operations/products
- Produces fully functional, robust, and scalable code which is well-written/documented
- Supports the entire API lifecycle process (concept, design, test, release/publish)
- Implements performance improvement measures to provide best-in-class services to business
- Researches, trains, and advocates novel technologies and tools to ensure the latest trends and developments are considered as part of SBC’s API platform.
- Supports a positive and collaborative digital delivery culture with a philosophy of continuous improvement, development, innovation, and excellence, while remaining in compliance with the bank’s policies and procedures and upholding the highest standards of professional conduct
What we’re looking for
- 3-5 years of experience in software development and API development is required
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- Strong knowledge of API development, design, and management, including experience with API gateways and management platforms
- Strong understanding of RESTful and SOAP web services, and experience with microservices architecture
- Strong programming skills in at least one modern programming language such as Java, Python, or JavaScript
- Strong understanding of security principles and experience implementing security measures for APIs
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
- Strong knowledge of Agile software development methodologies
- Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills
- Knowledge of the bank’s IT systems and infrastructure, as well as the bank’s business and regulatory requirements
- Knowledge of industry best practices for API development and management