Full-Time

Backend Software Engineer

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Yassir

Yassir

1,001-5,000 employees

On-demand ride-hailing and delivery services

No salary listed

Entry, Junior

Montreal, QC, Canada

Category
Backend Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Express.js
Python
Git
Node.js
Go
MongoDB
REST APIs
Requirements
  • A BS degree in computer or any equivalent experience
  • MS degree and above preferred
  • Solid OOP and software design knowledge – you should know how to create software that is extensible, reusable and meets desired architectural objectives
  • Must have technical skills with at least 1 year experience
  • Language: Node.js, Python or Go
  • Data base: Mongodb or other.
  • Framework: Express.js or other.
  • Web architecture: Rest and restful APIs, micro-services
  • Master source version control: GIT
Responsibilities
  • Build robust and scalable software in Node.js, Python or Go
  • 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
Desired Qualifications
  • Nice to have technical skills (Strongly advised for senior profiles)
  • Containers: Docker, kubernetes
  • Caching, Redis server
  • Web load balancing
  • Scaling
  • OS administration
  • Encryption: https//, digital signing
  • Outstanding written & verbal communication skills
  • Outstanding project management skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to prioritize, self-start, contribute under pressure and meet tight deadlines
  • Highly organized, creative and critical thinker
  • Comfortable working in an entrepreneurial environment
  • Procurement or legal background is a big plus
  • Excellent judgment, communication and interpersonal skills
  • Organized and obsessive about details
  • Hard working, passionate and looking to embrace the challenge
  • Thrive in high impact/high profile situations
  • Enthusiastic about Yassir!

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 receive goods quickly. 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 everyday life by providing a comprehensive platform that connects 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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Simplify's Take

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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