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Engineering · Nairobi, Kenya

Backend Engineer

HybridFull-time

You'll design APIs, model data, and build the backend systems that power client platforms handling real transaction volume. We care about correctness, observability, and systems that are boring to operate.

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Responsibilities

  • Design and build REST/GraphQL APIs for client platforms
  • Model data and own database schema decisions
  • Set up observability — logging, metrics, and alerting — for production systems
  • Pair with frontend engineers on API contracts

Requirements

  • 3+ years building production backend systems
  • Strong SQL and data modelling skills
  • Experience with Node.js or a comparable backend runtime
  • Comfortable owning a service from design through to production support

Nice to have

  • Experience with cloud infrastructure (AWS/GCP)
  • Exposure to fintech or payments systems

Benefits

Hybrid workingLearning budgetHealth coverAnnual team retreat

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