Software Engineer III, External Software

Hi, we’re TechnologyAdvice. At TechnologyAdvice, we pride ourselves on helping B2B tech buyers manage the complexity and risk of the buying process. We are a trusted source of information for tech buyers, delivering advice and facilitating connections between our buyers and the world’s leading sellers of business technology. Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, we are a remote-first company with more than 20 digital publications and over 200 global team members in the US, UK, Singapore, Australia, and the Philippines. We’re proud to have been repeatedly recognized as one of America’s fastest growing private companies by Inc., as well as a Tennessee top workplace. We work hard each day and have fun, too, with monthly virtual events, recreational slack channels, and the occasional costumed dance from our CEO. All positions are open to remote work unless otherwise specified in the requirements below. The opportunity We’re hiring a Software Engineer III to join our Audience Engineering team. This is a senior-level individual contributor role for a product-minded engineer who can independently own complex systems and features from discovery through production and iteration. You will operate in a high-velocity environment where we ship small, incremental changes frequently and measure success by business impact, not ticket volume. Our engineering culture emphasizes ownership, autonomy, experimentation, and continuous improvement. Engineers define problems alongside stakeholders, shape solutions, ship quickly through Git-based deployment practices, and iterate based on real data. We embrace AI-assisted tooling, operate across a distributed US and Philippines team, and expect engineers to contribute both technically and strategically. This role requires comfort operating in ambiguity, solving meaningful business problems, and building systems that directly influence conversion, revenue, performance, and audience growth across a portfolio of more than 50 digital properties. Employment Level: Mid- Level II Employment Type: Full-Time (Contract-to-Hire: 2-week evaluation period) Location: Philippines Working Hours: 9:00 pm to 6:00 am PHT What you'll do Design, build, and maintain full-stack web applications and backend services Own features end-to-end from discovery and scoping through implementation, deployment, and post-launch measurement Partner directly with product and business stakeholders to define hypotheses, evaluate trade-offs, and align on success metrics Design, implement, and measure A/B tests and experimentation initiatives using tools such as PostHog or similar platforms Build and maintain full-stack TypeScript applications using frameworks such as Astro and Vue Contribute to backend services in PHP (Laravel) where applicable Write and optimize SQL queries and work directly with relational databases both within and outside of ORMs Work with cloud and edge infrastructure, including Cloudflare Workers, Cloudflare D1, and AWS EKS Contribute to CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions and participate in structured Git workflows, including branching, pull requests, and code reviews Debug and troubleshoot issues across the full stack with minimal oversight Improve observability, reliability, and performance using monitoring tools such as Datadog Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to long-term technical strategy Conduct thoughtful code reviews and mentor early-stage engineers Leverage AI-assisted development tools to improve velocity and code quality Who you are 4+ years of professional software engineering experience in production environments Proven experience operating at a mid-senior or senior IC level with full ownership of complex features Strong production-level proficiency in PHP or TypeScript Have built, shipped, and maintained scalable web applications used by real customers Deep experience working within structured backend frameworks such as Laravel Strong command of modern JavaScript and TypeScript architecture and best practices Write efficient SQL and optimize relational database performance without relying solely on an ORM Have hands-on experience deploying and operating systems in AWS or Cloudflare environments Comfortable working with containerized applications and orchestration platforms such as Kubernetes Have implemented and maintained CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment workflows Use Git confidently in collaborative environments, including branching strategies and structured code reviews Ship features end-to-end, define measurable success criteria, and evaluate post-launch performance Communicate clearly with product and business stakeholders throughout the full feature lifecycle Operate independently in distributed teams and consistently deliver in high-velocity environments Must have a working laptop/pc and internet and back-up connection Agile professional who excels in a fast-paced environment and thrives on continuously pivoting strategies to drive business needs forward **The duties and responsibilities listed above describe the post as it is in general terms and are not definitive. The job holder is expected to accept any reasonable alterations that may from time to time be necessary. ** What we offer you Career Growth: Advance with mentorship programs, leadership academies, and opportunities to shape company culture and DEI initiatives. Flex Fridays: Adjust your 40-hour week to enjoy a full or half day off on Fridays. Remote-First Culture: Work from the comfort of your home. Paid Time Off: Enjoy 14 days of annual paid time off, plus all regular Philippine government-declared holidays to unwind and recharge. Plus 5 additional days after 1 year. Comprehensive Coverage: Full enrollment in Philippine statutory benefits: SSS, PhilHealth, and HDMF. Healthcare: Corporate HMO Plan for all full-time PH employees upon completion of two months of tenure. De Minimis Allowance: Enjoy a monthly rice subsidy, following government guidelines. Wellness Perks: Access the Headspace app to support your well-being. Speaker Series Bonus: Present in our monthly speaker series and earn a bonus. #LI-Remote Work authorization Employer work visa sponsorship and support are not provided for this role. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the Philippines at hire and must maintain authorization to work in the Philippines throughout their employment with our company. Salary Range We seek to hire top-tier individuals and intend for our compensation to be at a rate that allows us to recruit and retain individuals who align with our core values, purpose, mission, and vision. Final total compensation is based on a multitude of factors including, but not limited to, skill level, relevant experience to the position, and cost of labor. Monthly Pay Range ₱50,000—₱100,000 PHP EOE statement We believe that our differences make us stronger, and thus foster a diverse and inclusive culture where people feel safe being themselves. TechnologyAdvice is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state or local law. Pre-employment screening required. TechnologyAdvice does not engage with external staffing agencies. Any candidates introduced by such firms will not be eligible for compensation. TechnologyAdvice communicates only through @technologyadvice.com emails and official recruiting platforms. We never recruit via Teams, WhatsApp, or similar apps, and we will never request money, gift cards, or personal financial details during hiring. Any AI-generated or incomplete application answers will be auto-rejected.