Join Moniepoint Incorporated as a Senior Backend Engineer (Java), working remotely from anywhere in Nigeria. Moniepoint is a leading global business payments and banking platform, recognized as QED Investors' inaugural investment in Africa, empowering small and medium-sized businesses with access to essential financial services.
In this role, you will design and deploy high-performance backend services using Java and Spring Boot, collaborating closely with product, design, and quality assurance teams to deliver impactful features. Your daily tasks will include architecting scalable systems, maintaining clean codebases, integrating third-party APIs, and improving system reliability through automation. You will also troubleshoot complex technical issues and contribute to code reviews and system documentation, ensuring a streamlined development process.
Successful candidates bring at least five years of experience in backend software development, with expertise in Java and Spring Boot frameworks. Familiarity with Agile methodologies, continuous integration and delivery pipelines, and relational databases like PostgreSQL is essential. Knowledge of containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes, along with exposure to frontend frameworks like AngularJS or React, is advantageous. Strong problem-solving skills and effective communication are key to thriving in this collaborative, remote role.
This position supports Nigeria’s expanding fintech ecosystem, where innovative backend engineering drives seamless business payment solutions nationwide. Moniepoint’s blend of cutting-edge technologies, including cloud infrastructure on AWS and Elasticsearch for data analytics, positions this role at the forefront of scalable financial services development.
While specific salary details are not disclosed, this role offers a path to advanced technical leadership within a fast-growing fintech company. Engineers here frequently progress to senior technical or architectural roles, broadening their expertise across cloud and distributed systems.
To stand out, tailor your application to highlight your backend Java projects, quantify your impact on system performance and scalability, and provide examples of your experience with microservices and container orchestration. Demonstrating familiarity with the fintech landscape and remote collaborative development will also strengthen your candidacy.
We encourage qualified professionals to apply for the Senior Backend Engineer (Java) position at Moniepoint Incorporated and contribute to innovative financial solutions that empower businesses across Nigeria and beyond.
