Junior Backend Engineer (Node.JS)

About Yassir

Yassir is the leading super App for on demand, ride-hailing, last-mile delivery, payment services and more, set to change the way daily services are provided. It currently operates in 45 cities across multiple countries. It has raised $150 million in Series B funding, five times what it raised in its previous priced round last November with world class investors such as BOND and Y Combinator, which is the precursor of the likes of Airbnb, Stripe, Dropbox, Doordash, among others.

We’re not just about serving people - we’re about creating a marketplace to bring people what they need while infusing social values.

ABOUT THE ROLE

In this role, you will be part of our engineering team, working with a high-quality code base and the latest tools, where you will promote your skills to be an expert in complex backend development, including microservices architecture, using Node.js , or Go . You will own and build large scale backend systems and micro-services. You will design, develop, and deliver powerful server-side applications in a highly dynamic environment, where root cause analysis and rapid problem-solving are required.

TASKS

• Build robust and scalable software in Node.js
• Design and create (micro)services and system architecture for projects, and contribute and provide feedback to other team members
• Help improve existing code quality through writing unit tests, automation and performing code reviews
• Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute ideas to our technology, algorithms and products
• Work with the engineering and design teams to understand end-user requirements, formulate use cases, and then translate that into a pragmatic and effective technical solution
• Dive into difficult problems and successfully deliver results on schedule

REQUIREMENTS

Other key skills and traits :

Outstanding written & verbal communication skillsOutstanding project management skills.Demonstrated ability to prioritize, self-start, contribute under pressure and meet tight deadlinesHighly organized, creative and critical thinkerComfortable working in an entrepreneurial environmentProcurement or legal background is a big plusExcellent judgment, communication and interpersonal skillsOrganized and obsessive about detailsHard working, passionate and looking to embrace the challengeThrive in high impact / high profile situationsEnthusiastic about Yassir!

BENEFITS

WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN YASSIR