Backend Engineering Team Lead - Remote

Overview

We are looking for a Backend-focused Engineering Team Lead to join our team as we scale up and drive digital and financial inclusion across our markets.

In Short

• Lead a team of talented engineers in a remote setting.
• Emphasize high-quality output using infrastructure as code and automated testing.
• Oversee the entire software stack throughout its lifecycle.
• Champion continuous delivery and observability.
• Work with the latest tech stack including C#.NET and Kubernetes.
• Contribute to a mission-driven company impacting millions.
• Flexible remote work within UTC -1 to UTC +3 time zones.
• Mentor and foster a collaborative environment.
• Engage in both legacy and greenfield projects.
• Drive innovation within a dynamic team.

Requirements

• Experience with C#.NET and event-driven systems.
• Proven leadership skills in a software engineering context.
• Strong understanding of microservices architecture.
• Experience with DevOps practices and culture.
• Ability to mentor and guide engineers.
• Familiarity with automated testing frameworks.
• Experience with observability tools.
• Ability to work in a fully remote environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication abilities.

Benefits

• Leadership opportunity with a talented team.
• Innovative and supportive work environment.
• Impactful work contributing to financial inclusion.
• Flexible working hours and remote work options.
• Comprehensive development programs and coaching.
• Family-friendly policies and well-being prioritization.
• Opportunity to shape the future of a growing company.
• Engagement in a mission-driven organization.
• Recognition as one of Africa's fastest growing companies.
• Inclusive workplace culture promoting diversity.