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Backend Engineer
Branch International
Posted 4 months agoNairobi, Kenya
Location
Nairobi, Kenya
Job Type
Full-time
Experience
Entry-Level
Category
Software Engineering
Job Description
Branch delivers world-class financial services to the mobile generation.
With offices in the
United
States,
Nigeria,
Kenya, and
India,
Branch is a for-profit, socially conscious company that uses the power of data science to reduce the cost of delivering financial services in emerging markets.
As a
Backend
Engineer at
Branch
Kenya, you will work closely with experienced engineers and make meaningful contributions to backend systems.
You will help design, build, test, and ship backend features that power core products while developing strong software engineering fundamentals in a real-world fintech environment.
Some experience building backend systems beyond coursework through internships, personal projects, open-source contributions, or academic projects.
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Requirements
- Solid foundation in computer science fundamentals including data structures, APIs, and basic system design.
- Familiarity with at least one backend programming language such as Java, Kotlin, Python, Node.js, or Go.
- Comfortable working in a Unix/Linux environment and using command-line tools.
- Curious, proactive, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate within a distributed team.
Responsibilities
- Support the scaling and reliability of backend services as traffic and product complexity grow.
- Help develop internal tools used by Operations and Support teams to manage customer requests and business workflows.
- Participate in code reviews, debugging, testing, and deployment alongside senior engineers.
- Learn and apply best practices in backend architecture, APIs, data storage, and security.
- Build backend functionality for existing and new product lines such as Credit, Wallet, Bill Pay, and other core services.
- Assist with integrating backend services with third-party systems including payment processors, identity providers, and messaging platforms.
Benefits
- Competitive salary with performance-based incentives and equity package.
- Collaborative and flat company culture.
- Hybrid work with the option to work remotely occasionally.
- 28 days annual leave with 30 days sick leave. $500 annual professional development budget.
- Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
- Team meals and social events.
- Flexible working hours.
How to Apply
Apply via Branch International's careers portal.
