Backend Engineer

AI-powered expense management platform for businesses in the Middle East, helping them save time and money.
$15,000 - $35,000
Backend
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
51 - 100 Employees
1+ year of experience
AI · Finance

Description For Backend Engineer

Alaan is revolutionizing expense management for businesses in the Middle East through their AI-powered platform. Since 2022, they've helped over 1000 businesses in the UAE save over AED 100 million, serving clients from startups to enterprises like Al Barari, Rove, and Rivoli.

As a Backend Engineer at Alaan, you'll be at the forefront of developing the server-side infrastructure that powers their innovative fintech platform. The role requires a minimum of 1 year of experience and offers an opportunity to work with modern technologies including Node.js, microservices, and various databases. You'll be responsible for designing and implementing RESTful APIs, maintaining backend systems, and ensuring optimal performance and security.

The position offers a comprehensive compensation package including competitive salary (₹15 - ₹35 INR), equity, and additional benefits like travel allowances and gym memberships. Based in Bengaluru, you'll be part of a growing team of 90 people, working in a flexible hybrid environment that values work-life balance.

This role is perfect for a backend developer who is passionate about fintech and wants to contribute to building the Middle East's leading expense management platform. You'll have significant ownership and accountability in your role, working with cutting-edge technologies while helping businesses streamline their financial operations.

The ideal candidate should have strong experience with backend technologies, databases, and cloud services, along with excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. You'll be joining a Y Combinator-backed startup (W23 batch) that's making a real impact in the financial technology sector across the Middle East.

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Responsibilities For Backend Engineer

  • Develop and maintain backend systems and services
  • Design and implement RESTful APIs and microservices
  • Collaborate with front-end developers and product managers
  • Write clean, reusable, and efficient code
  • Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing applications
  • Ensure security and integrity of backend systems
  • Participate in code reviews
  • Monitor system performance and resolve production issues

Requirements For Backend Engineer

Node.js
MongoDB
MySQL
PostgreSQL
Redis
  • 1+ years of experience in backend development
  • Proficiency in Node.js, NestJS, Express, or Python
  • Strong understanding of RESTful API design
  • Experience with MySQL, MongoDB, or PostgreSQL
  • Familiarity with cloud services (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud)
  • Proficiency with Git
  • Experience with caching tools like Redis
  • Knowledge of unit testing frameworks
  • Experience with microservices architecture
  • Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines

Benefits For Backend Engineer

Equity
  • Competitive salary and equity
  • Flexible hybrid culture
  • Work-life balance
  • Travel allowances
  • Gym memberships
  • Exciting offsite events

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