Full-Time
Senior Software Engineer II
Backend
Posted on 7/13/2024
Careem
5,001-10,000 employees
Ride-hailing, food delivery, and digital payments
Senior
Remote in USA
- 7+ years of professional software development experience
- 2+ years of experience contributing to the design and architecture of new and existing services
- 2+ years of experience mentoring software engineers
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or other related technical field
- Extensive experience working with at least one modern object-oriented programming language such as Java, C#, C++, Golang, Kotlin
- Experience designing and building large scale, distributed applications in a cloud environment
- Experience operating production systems and defining metrics for deploying changes reliably
- Solid understanding of software engineering best practices
- Work closely with engineers across many teams to architect and build highly scalable and robust backend applications and services
- Write and review high quality, performant and reliable code
- Continuously improve the quality and reliability of services
- Become the subject matter expert in your area and collaborate closely with Product Managers
- Mentor and guide junior members of the team
- Participate in the on-call rotation and help resolve incidents within defined SLA
- Participate in team agile and engineering practices and lead their continuous evolution
Careem provides a variety of services aimed at simplifying everyday life for individuals and small businesses in the Middle East, North Africa, and South Asia. Its main offerings include ride-hailing, food delivery, and digital payment solutions, all accessible through a single app. Users can book rides, order food from local restaurants, and make digital payments, while Careem earns revenue through commissions, delivery fees, and transaction charges. What sets Careem apart from its competitors is its comprehensive platform that addresses multiple needs, fostering customer loyalty and engagement. Additionally, Careem empowers individuals to earn income by becoming drivers, known as Captains and Captinahs, contributing positively to the local economy. The company's goal is to leverage technology to provide convenient solutions for daily needs while enhancing its reputation through social responsibility.
Company Stage
M&A
Total Funding
$1.2B
Headquarters
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Founded
2012
6 month growth
↑ 3%1 year growth
↑ 7%2 year growth
↑ 18%
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Careem's expansion into international remittances, particularly to the UK, opens new revenue streams and enhances its financial services portfolio.
- The introduction of safety features like the SOS button demonstrates Careem's commitment to passenger safety, potentially increasing user trust and retention.
- Careem's ability to adapt and introduce new services, such as Careem Food and Careem Pay in Abu Dhabi, showcases its growth potential and market adaptability.
What critics are saying
- The highly competitive market in the Middle East, North Africa, and South Asia could pressure Careem to continuously innovate to maintain its market position.
- Regulatory challenges and compliance issues in different countries could pose operational risks and affect service continuity.
What makes Careem unique
- Careem's multi-service app offers a one-stop solution for ride-hailing, food delivery, and digital payments, unlike competitors who often focus on a single service.
- The company's strong social impact, empowering over a million people to earn income, sets it apart in terms of community engagement and corporate responsibility.
- Careem's strategic partnerships, such as with Payrails, enhance its payment capabilities, making it a more comprehensive platform compared to rivals.
Benefits
Relocation allowance - We’ll help you make the big move by providing you with an adequate relocation allowance.
Feel at home - We’ll provide you with a “Get settled in Berlin” guide where you can track your own status.
Health insurance - We’ll help you find a health insurance company for your needs, and assist you with the sign up.
A place to stay - We provide you contact and correspondence with furnished apartment providers, as well as helpful tips regarding the real estate market
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All the other stuff - We’ll arrange your first appointment at the city council for registration and help you through where and how to receive your Social ID and Tax Number etc. We’ll even give you advice on the best mobile providers and banks.