Cairo, EG Hybrid

Almentor is hiring a Staff Software Engineer - Backend

Responsibilities

  • Designing and building robust, scalable, and secure backend systems and services using modern frameworks and best practices.
  • Driving technical strategy, architecture decisions, and long-term planning for critical backend components.
  • Collaborating closely with stakeholders (product managers, designers, frontend/mobile engineers) to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
  • Improving system performance, reliability, observability, and maintainability through proactive monitoring and observability.
  • Mentoring and guiding other backend engineers, reviewing code, and setting high standards for engineering excellence.
  • Contributing to sprint planning, technical documentation, and cross-team initiatives as a senior voice in the engineering.

Requirements

  • 7+ years of experience in backend development, with at least 2 years in a mentorship technical leadership capacity.
  • Deep expertise in at least one modern object- oriented backend language and strong architectural instincts.
  • Experience designing and operating large-scale distributed systems with high availability and performance requirements.
  • Strong knowledge of databases, caching strategies, and API design.
  • Hands-on experience with CI/CD, containerization (Docker), cloud services (ex. AWS, GCP).
  • Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills, with a proactive attitude towards owning and improving systems.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex ideas clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Nice to Have

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field
Required Skills
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Almentor

Almentor is an online learning platform that offers a wide range of courses and learning programs designed to help individuals and professionals develop their skills and knowledge. The platform provides access to expert-led courses, learning programs, and mentorship opportunities, covering various subjects such as personal development, business, technology, and more.

The courses are designed to be engaging and interactive, with a focus on practical application and real-world relevance. Almentor aims to empower learners by providing them with the tools and knowledge they need to succeed in their personal and professional lives.

The platform also features a community of learners and experts, fostering a collaborative learning environment where users can share experiences, ask questions, and support each other.

Almentor's mission is to make high-quality education accessible to everyone, regardless of their background or location, by leveraging technology and innovative teaching methods.

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Job Details
Department Products & Technology
Category backend
Posted a year ago