Senior Software Engineer PAY (Back-End)

Responsibilities

The Senior Backend Engineer will design, maintain, and debug back-end web applications while guiding the architecture of various systems. They will also collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor junior engineers, and lead the adoption of new technologies to improve performance.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least 5 years of experience in developing large-scale web applications with strong proficiency in relational databases and backend services. Experience with PHP/Laravel, REST APIs, and building fintech applications is highly preferred.

Skills

• PHP
• Laravel
• Relational databases
• REST APIs
• Redis
• Caching
• Test-driven development
• Unit testing
• Integration testing
• System architecture
• Fintech
• Performance optimization
• Mentoring
• Queuing systems
• Problem-solving
• Communication

Benefits

• Competitive compensation packages
• Bonuses
• Shares
• Training
• Annual learning stipend

About this role

Who Are We❓
We Are Foodics! a leading restaurant management ecosystem and payment tech provider. Founded in 2014 with headquarter in Riyadh and offices across 5 countries, including UAE, Egypt, Jordan and Kuwait. We are currently serving customers and partners in over 35 different countries worldwide. Our innovative products have successfully processed over 6 billion (yes, billion with a B) orders so far! making Foodics one of the most rapidly evolving SaaS companies to ever emerge from the MENA region.
The Job in a Nutshell💡
The Senior Backend Engineer will be part of the tech team and will be expected to create, maintain, test, and debug our back-end web applications. The ultimate goal is to provide fully functional and stable applications.
What You Will Do❓
Establish and guide the architecture of several web applications.
Collaborate with other designers, engineers, and product managers.
Design and implement new features and functionalities.
Use test-driven development to write well-tested code.
Solve complex performance problems and architectural challenges.
Write beautiful and well-designed code that explains itself.
Integrate data from various services and databases.
Offer coaching and mentoring to Junior engineers.
Research and lead the adoption of new systems/technologies.
Look for ways to eliminate technical debt, improve performance, and organize the code base.
What Are We Looking For❓
A minimum of 5 years experience in developing large-scale web applications.
Extensive experience with relational databases.
Strong PHP / Laravel experience is preferable. However, we also welcome experience in other languages.
Experience writing unit and integration tests.
Experience in designing, implementing, and deploying backend services with a focus on high availability, low latency, and consistency
Solid understanding of REST APIs.
Good understanding of Redis and caching.
Experienced in leading technical projects in a fast paced environment
Knowledge of modern queuing and caching systems like Redis.
Great communication skills and a proven past of working effectively with different stakeholders.
Strong analytical skills and problem-solving abilities.
Experience with building fintech applications is a PLUS.
Proficiency in the English language, both written and verbal.
Ability to adapt to a time zone difference, and thrive in a remote working environment.
Who Will Excel❓
Participated in the design of large-scale systems, handling performance, scalability and latency
Proven background on Fintechs and Foodtechs is a plus.
What We Offer You❗
We believe you will love working at Foodics!
We offer highly competitive compensation packages, including bonuses and the potential for shares.
We prioritize personal development and offer regular training and an annual learning stipend to tackle new challenges and grow your career in a hyper-growth environment.
Join a talented team of over 30 nationalities working in 14 countries, and gain valuable experience in an exciting industry.
We offer autonomy, mentoring, and challenging goals that create incredible opportunities for both you and the company.

About Foodics

IT Services and IT Consulting · 501-1,000 employees · headquartered in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia · founded 2014