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Engineering Manager - Mobility Domain

Paris, France + 1 more

Engineering Manager Node.js

Paris, France + 1 more

Full-Time

Engineering Manager

Mobility Domain

Confirmed live in the last 24 hours

Yassir

Yassir

1,001-5,000 employees

On-demand ride-hailing and delivery services

No salary listed

Mid, Senior

Paris, France + 1 more

More locations: Berlin, Germany

Hybrid position; candidates can be based in Cairo, Berlin, or Paris.

Category
Engineering Management
Software Development Management
Required Skills
Node.js
Microservices
Requirements
  • Good understanding and hands on experience of TDD and DDD
  • At least three years of work experience as an engineering manager or tech lead at an engineering department
  • Extensive experience with cloud technologies, microservices architecture, continuous delivery, and modern human-computer interfaces
  • Good understanding of agile methodologies
  • Excellent leadership and project management skills, ideally experience managing remote teams
  • Solid software design knowledge – you should know how to create software that is extensible, reusable, and meets desired architectural objectives
  • BSc/MSc in Engineering, Computer Science, or relevant field
Responsibilities
  • Work with the product and design teams to understand end-user requirements, formulate use cases, and then translate that into pragmatic and effective technical solutions
  • Contribute to hiring the engineering team for the product you are responsible for
  • Work with the different stakeholders to establish a culture of technical excellence and be responsible for the success and personal growth of your team
  • Oversee engineering teams and their projects. Ensure they can deliver their best work by spotting and alleviating blockers and coaching teammates
  • Build robust and scalable software in Node.js
  • Help improve existing code quality through introducing quality assurance and performing code reviews
Desired Qualifications
  • Previous experience with digital products or in a similar product role at a FinTech company, digital bank, or Payment provider is a nice to have

Yassir operates as a super app in the Maghreb region, providing a variety of daily services to users in 45 cities across Algeria, Morocco, and Tunisia, and has recently expanded into France, Canada, and Sub-Saharan Africa. The app offers on-demand services such as ride-hailing and last-mile delivery, making it easy for users to access transportation and delivery solutions. In addition to these services, Yassir is introducing financial services that allow users to pay, save, and borrow money digitally, which supports the shift towards a digital economy. What sets Yassir apart from its competitors is its focus on creating a marketplace that not only meets the practical needs of its users but also incorporates social values. The company's goal is to enhance the daily lives of people by providing a comprehensive platform that integrates various services while promoting community and social responsibility.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$180.2M

Headquarters

Palo Alto, California

Founded

2016

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What believers are saying

  • Yassir raised $150 million in Series B funding, boosting its expansion plans.
  • The rise of digital wallets in Africa supports Yassir's financial services growth.
  • AI-driven analytics optimize Yassir's services, improving customer satisfaction.

What critics are saying

  • Intense competition from established super apps like Uber and Revolut.
  • Potential regulatory challenges in new markets like France and Canada.
  • Economic instability in the Maghreb could impact consumer demand.

What makes Yassir unique

  • Yassir is a leading super app in the Maghreb region since 2017.
  • It offers a unique combination of ride-hailing, delivery, and financial services.
  • Yassir integrates social values into its marketplace, enhancing community engagement.

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