System Architect

About Penbrothers 

Penbrothers is an HR & remote talent management partner and one of the fastest-growing companies in the Philippines. We provide talented Filipinos with global opportunities in high-growth startups and dynamic companies, from the comfort of their own homes.

About the Role

We are looking for a System Architect to take ownership of an existing AI-driven, low-code application ecosystem. This role is not a traditional software engineering position; instead, it focuses on system design, orchestration, optimization, and maintenance of interconnected tools and workflows that power automated reporting and data processing systems.

The ideal candidate is highly comfortable with low-code platforms, AI tools, workflow automation, and systems thinking, with the ability to operate and evolve an existing production MVP into a more scalable architecture over time.

This role will initially focus on stabilizing, maintaining, and improving the current system, with future opportunities to expand functionality and transition toward more traditional engineering solutions.

What you'll do

• Take ownership of an existing AI-enabled low-code system architecture
• Maintain and improve end-to-end workflows across multiple tools and platforms, including:
• Make (core workflow automation backbone)
• Tally (data intake forms)
• Airtable (data storage / lightweight database layer)
• GPT integrations (content generation and decision support via Make modules)
• PDF Monkey (automated report generation)
• Google Drive (report storage and management)
• Netlify (JavaScript functions for advanced logic)
• Support and enhance multi-step automation workflows with light conditional logic
• Identify and resolve system brittleness, gaps, and operational inefficiencies in the MVP
• Improve system reliability, monitoring, and maintainability (minimal current error handling in place)
• Introduce and evaluate new AI tools, agents, and automation solutions to improve efficiency
• Work closely with AI-generated processes including:
• Data extraction and synthesis
• Report generation workflows
• Sector-based calculations and persona-driven AI review steps
• Support occasional JavaScript-level logic (no heavy coding expected)
• Recommend improvements in tooling, architecture, and workflow design
• Help guide gradual evolution of the system toward a more structured engineering stack over time

What You Bring

• 3+ years of experience working the similar field or function
• Strong experience with low-code / no-code platforms (Make or similar automation tools)
• Deep understanding of system architecture and workflow design
• Experience working with AI tools (GPT, LLM-based workflows, agents)
• Ability to manage and connect multiple SaaS tools into a unified system
• Strong understanding of data flow between systems (lightweight DBA concepts)
• Comfortable working with automation logic, APIs, and integrations
• Ability to think like a system owner, not just an executor
• Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on system stability and scalability
• Ability to work independently in a fast-moving MVP/startup environment

Our Hiring Process

We utilize AI tools to enhance hiring efficiency and ensure a fair evaluation. Consequently, candidates will engage with an AI Interviewer, supervised by Human Talent Acquisition Experts who will support your entire application journey.

Our AI Expectations: While we encourage you to use AI for CV refinement and research, we require that all interviews and assessments be completed through your own authentic effort. The use of real-time AI assistance during interviews or to complete skills tests is strictly prohibited to ensure a fair and genuine evaluation of your capabilities.

What You'll Get

At Penbrothers, we are obsessed with creating positive employee experiences. Here you'll find an environment that nurtures learning and provides opportunities for growth. You'll have the opportunity to make an impact on fast-growing startups and dynamic companies. 

·  Meaningful work & Growth: We take every opportunity to stretch ourselves and deliver an excellent client experience. 

·  Employee as our biggest asset: We are genuinely invested in our people's career and welfare.

·  Global reach & local impact: Get to work with high-growth startups and dynamic companies from the comfort of your own home. 

·  Powering global startups: We've created 1,400 Filipino jobs that empower global start-ups to focus on growth.