Senior Software Engineer at Angaza

Job Description

Role Summary
We are looking for a skilled Senior Software Engineer to drive the development and integration of cutting-edge software solutions that advance our mission. This role provides an exciting opportunity to be a technical leader in designing and developing lending, credit, and compliance technologies, contributing to systems that are stable, reliable, fair, and customer-centric.
The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in large-scale software development, with an emphasis on building scalable and reliable systems. They will work closely with cross-functional teams to shape technical decisions, while also contributing hands-on to the codebase.

Responsibilities

Software Development: Design, develop, and maintain core lending systems, ensuring the reliability, performance, and scalability of our software platform.
Technical Leadership: Play a key role in driving technical decisions, leading architectural design, and ensuring that best practices are followed in software development and systems design.
Code Quality: Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code. Conduct and participate in code reviews to uphold the highest standards of code quality.
System Design: Lead technical design efforts for key software components and collaborate with product managers and other engineers to ensure smooth implementation of new features.
Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, data scientists, and external partners, to align on software requirements and deliver robust solutions.
Continuous Improvement: Contribute to a culture of continuous learning and improvement, optimizing development processes and exploring new technologies that can enhance the platform.
Security and Compliance: Ensure that all software adheres to security best practices and complies with relevant regulatory requirements, particularly in financial services and emerging markets.

Required Skills, Attributes & Experience

Minimum of 5 years of experience in software engineering, with a strong track record of developing and maintaining large-scale software systems
Proficiency in modern programming languages, cloud-native technologies, and software engineering methodologies (Agile, Scrum, DevOps)
Demonstrated experience in system architecture, technical design, and working with cloud infrastructure
Strong interest in financial inclusion and emerging market technologies
Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field