Shape the future of digital financial services at a growing technology company building a next-generation super app. As Head of Engineering for Financial Services, you will lead a distributed team in designing, developing, and scaling secure, reliable fintech solutions across Africa and international markets.
What You’ll Do
- Lead and grow engineering teams responsible for core financial products including payments, digital lending, and savings
- Define and execute the technical roadmap for financial systems, ensuring scalability, security, and performance
- Oversee the development and deployment of resilient fintech infrastructure across multiple regions
- Collaborate closely with product, compliance, and operations to deliver integrated financial experiences
- Establish and enforce engineering best practices in code quality, system reliability, and security protocols
- Mentor engineering managers and senior developers to strengthen technical leadership across the organization
- Coordinate engineering operations across Algeria, Morocco, Tunisia, France, Canada, and Sub-Saharan Africa
- Guide long-term technical strategy as the company expands its financial offerings
What We’re Looking For
- Proven experience in senior engineering leadership, ideally as Head of Engineering or CTO in a technology-driven environment
- Deep technical background in software development with a focus on financial technology platforms
- Track record of scaling engineering teams and systems in fast-evolving, regulated environments
- Experience managing distributed teams across geographies and time zones
- Solid understanding of security, compliance, and regulatory frameworks in financial services
- Strong communication skills with the ability to align technical and non-technical stakeholders
Nice to Have
- Experience launching or scaling tech platforms in African or emerging markets
- Familiarity with super apps, ride-hailing, or last-mile delivery ecosystems
- Background in digital banking, payments, or credit platforms
- Exposure to venture-backed startups with international operations
- Knowledge of local regulatory landscapes in North or Sub-Saharan Africa
Why This Role Matters
You’ll play a central role in building financial infrastructure that empowers millions. The company operates across 45 cities and is backed by international investors, combining cutting-edge technology with a mission-driven approach. This is an opportunity to lead at scale, innovate in a dynamic environment, and contribute to inclusive financial access across emerging economies.
