DevOps Backend Engineer

4 days ago


Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa FreshTalent Full time

Join FreshTalent as we revolutionize the payments landscape in Africa. Our mission is to empower businesses and individuals to thrive in the digital economy. This role requires a highly skilled Backend Engineer who can drive the development and delivery of high-impact projects.

About the job

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team of engineers and contribute to the creation of innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of our customers. As a key member of our engineering team, you'll work closely with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and deploy complex software systems and services.

Main responsibilities
  • Designing and implementing scalable and secure software systems and services.
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to define, design, and deliver new features and enhancements.
  • Ensuring the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs and optimizing applications for maximum speed and scalability.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (beneficial but not required).
  • Experience in the fintech industry or with payment processing systems.
  • Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices and compliance requirements (e.g., PCI DSS).
  • Experience with machine learning and data analytics.
What we offer
  • Competitive salary
  • Stripe Equity (convertible to cash annually)
  • Interest-free loan (up to 30% of salary)
  • Full medical coverage
  • MacBook Pro
  • Hybrid working environment
  • Work from Home budget
  • Monthly internet stipend
  • Monthly wellbeing stipend
  • Generous personal leave policy and annual slow days
  • Fully covered parental leave and sabbatical policies

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