Remote Senior Backend Engineer (NodeJS)

Description:

• Yassir is the leading super App in the Maghreb region, changing the way daily services are provided.
• The company operates in 45 cities across Algeria, Morocco, and Tunisia, with recent expansions into France, Canada, and Sub-Saharan Africa.
• Yassir is backed by approximately $200M in funding from VCs in Silicon Valley, Europe, and other regions.
• The company offers on-demand services such as ride-hailing and last-mile delivery, and is now introducing financial services to help users pay, save, and borrow digitally.
• As a Senior Backend Engineer, you will be part of an international engineering team, working with a high-quality code base and the latest tools.
• You will be responsible for building robust and scalable software in Node.js, designing and creating microservices and system architecture, and improving existing code quality through unit tests and code reviews.
• You will participate in brainstorming sessions, work with engineering and design teams to understand end-user requirements, and deliver results on schedule.

Requirements:

• At least 5 years of experience in a similar role is required.
• Solid knowledge of OOP and software design is necessary, with the ability to create extensible and reusable software.
• Must have technical skills in Node.js, MongoDB or other databases, Express.js or other frameworks, REST and RESTful APIs, microservices, and GIT for version control.
• Nice to have technical skills include experience with Docker, Kubernetes, caching with Redis, and the ability to prioritize and contribute under pressure.
• Candidates should be highly organized, creative, and critical thinkers, comfortable in an entrepreneurial environment.
• Experience in a rapidly growing company in the mobility, on-demand, or fintech space is a plus.
• A BSc/MSc in Engineering, Computer Science, or a relevant field is required.

Benefits:

• Attractive salary and the opportunity to receive a stake in the company.
• The chance to have a lasting impact on the company's culture.
• An opportunity to work with renowned investors and build something great.
• An extremely steep learning curve with personal responsibility and intensive guidance.
• The ability to make a real impact by helping to bring affordable financial and on-demand services to millions of Africans.
• Yassir promotes diversity and an inclusive culture, encouraging unique perspectives and experiences.