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Ascendion, a global leader in AI-driven software engineering, is expanding its presence in the Philippines with the continued integration of Collabera Digital under the Ascendion brand. This move strengthens the company’s position as a leader in AI-driven software engineering and talent growth.
Ascendion aims to create at least 6,000 new jobs in the Philippines, leading to an estimated economic impact of at least $500 million over the next three years. The Philippines will play a larger role in the company’s global delivery operations, with AI-driven software engineering as a key focus. Every Ascendion software engineer in the Philippines will receive AI deployment certification, ensuring that the workforce is equipped for the next generation of software development.
“Our commitment to the Philippines has never been stronger. We are redefining how we serve clients and empower local talent with global capabilities,” said Karthik Krishnamurthy, CEO of Ascendion. “We are creating a stronger, more agile organisation that will deliver transformative growth for the Philippines. Our focus is clear: bring cutting-edge AI-powered platforms, leverage the Philippines to serve global clients, and create global opportunities for engineers in the Philippines.”
Ascendion is making the Philippines a major delivery hub for AI-enhanced software development, combining human expertise with AI to improve productivity, efficiency, and innovation. Key initiatives include:
– AI-Enabled Engineering Teams: Hundreds of AI agents will assist engineers in code generation, software testing, and risk mitigation.
– 100% AI Certification for Software Engineers: Ascendion’s Philippines-based engineers will receive specialized AI training to stay ahead in an evolving tech landscape.
– AI Studio Manila: A new facility dedicated to collaborative AI development, innovation, and software engineering research.
“By integrating our capabilities, we are creating a future where the Philippines is a global leader in AI innovation,” said Manan Mehta, Senior Vice President, Global Growth Markets at Ascendion. “With one of the most tech-savvy populations in the world, the Philippines is uniquely positioned to lead in AI-powered digital transformation. Ascendion is committed to creating transformative digital solutions at a global scale and positioning the Philippines as a trailblazer in the next wave of digital innovation.”