Strengthen the Technology Behind Structured Finance and Asset Management
As a Maintenance Programmer in the Financial Services industry, you will take strategic ownership of mission-critical platforms that power complex capital markets and structured finance operations. Your role safeguards system performance, security, and compliance-directly influencing business continuity, investor confidence, and transaction integrity across global markets.
This is not routine support work. You will operate at the intersection of cloud architecture, database performance, and financial technology in a regulated environment where precision matters.
Job Overview
Employment Type: Full-time
Shift: Night shift (10:00 AM - 4:00 PM EST), Weekends off
Work Setup: Hybrid, Makati (with potential transition to a work-from-home setup based on performance)
Exciting Perks Await!
- Day 1 HMO coverage with free dependent
- Competitive Salary Package
- Night differential pay to maximize your earnings
- Hybrid work arrangement
- Prime office location in Makati (Easy access to MRT stations, restaurants, and banks)
- Fixed weekends off
- Salary Advance Program through our banking partner (Eligibility and approval subject to bank assessment. Available to account holders with minimum of 6 months company tenure.)
- Unlimited upskilling through Emapta Academy courses (Want to know more Visit: https://emapta.com/training-calendar/)
- Free 24/7 access to our office gyms (Ortigas and Makati) with a free physical fitness trainer!
- Exclusive Emapta Lifestyle perks (hotel and restaurant discounts, and more!)
- Unlimited opportunities for employee referral incentives across the organization
- Standard government and Emapta benefits
- Total of 20 annual leaves to be used on your own discretion (including 5 credits convertible to cash)
- Fun engagement activities for employees
- Mentorship and exposure to global leaders and teams
- Career growth opportunities
- Diverse and supportive work environment
The Qualifications We Seek
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of professional experience in software maintenance or application support
- Strong experience with Microsoft Azure (App Services, VMs, Storage, Networking, etc.) with a security-by-design mindset
- Proficiency in relational databases (SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL, or similar)
- Experience in database optimization, indexing, and performance tuning
- Solid understanding of application troubleshooting and debugging
- Strong knowledge of the Azure Well-Architected Framework
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in Fintech, financial services, or regulated environments
- Familiarity with security, compliance, and data protection standards
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practices
- Knowledge of API integrations, microservices architecture, and associated security models
- Azure certifications (preferred but not required)
Competencies & Personality Traits
- Personable and customer-service focused
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Receptive to direction and feedback
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
- Strong communication and documentation skills
- Comfortable working independently and collaboratively
Performance Measurement (KPIs & Metrics)
- Adherence to availability and MTTR SLAs
- Compliance with incident response and resolution SLAs
- Achievement of change success and quality metrics
- Maintenance of documentation quality and knowledge retention standards
- Readiness in security, compliance, and disaster recovery standards
Your Daily Tasks
- Maintain, support, and enhance existing software applications and systems
- Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve application and database issues
- Manage and support cloud-based infrastructure in Microsoft Azure
- Optimize database performance, integrity, and security
- Implement updates, patches, and system improvements
- Document system changes, procedures, and best practices
- Collaborate with internal teams to identify and implement technical solutions
- Provide technical support and guidance to stakeholders
- Participate in system audits, security reviews, and compliance initiatives
- Assist in disaster recovery, backup, and business continuity planning
About the Client
Our client is a financial services group delivering bespoke financial, operational, and advisory solutions to capital markets participants. They specialize in portfolio optimization, receivable underwriting, asset valuation, annuity servicing, structured finance, and investor reporting. With offices in Florida and New York, they have supported numerous operating companies, managed complex capital markets transactions, completed strategic M&A deals, and deployed proprietary systems with over 100 iterations. Their commitment to executional excellence, integrity, and innovation has positioned them as a trusted partner in the annuity secondary market and broader financial ecosystem.
Welcome to Emapta Philippines!
Join a team that values camaraderie, excellence, and growth. Recognized as one of HR Asia's Great Places to Work 2025, Emapta stands proudly alongside industry giants, offering stability and exciting career opportunities. Your career flourishes here with competitive compensation, international clients, and a work culture focused on collaboration and innovation. Work with global clients across industries, supported by a stable foundation and like-minded professionals passionate about making an impact. We empower your success with opportunities for personal and professional development in an inclusive environment.
Apply now and be part of the #EmaptaEra!
