Backend Engineer

Who Are We

HALA is a leading fintech player in the MENAP region that aims to redefine financial services and build the future bank of SMEs. HALA aims at empowering SMEs to start, run, and grow their businesses by providing them with cutting-edge financial and technological tools.

HALA currently holds multiple entities in UAE, Saudi Arabia and Egypt (including HALA Payments, HALA Cashier and HALA Logistics) and offers solutions that enable merchants to digitize their payments as well as manage their sales and operations.

Founded in 2017, HALA is currently duly licensed by the Saudi Arabian Central Bank as well as the Financials Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) in Abu Dhabi Global Market.

Job Summary:

The Software Engineer will contribute to building, enhancing, and maintaining scalable and reliable technology solutions that support HALA’s products and business objectives. The role focuses on delivering high-quality software, working closely with cross-functional teams, and ensuring systems are efficient, stable, and well-designed. The engineer will also play a part in improving development practices and supporting the overall performance and reliability of HALA’s platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and enhance software applications using C# and .NET Core

• Design and implement scalable microservices architectures

• Manage and interact with databases using MongoDB and PostgreSQL

• Implement and maintain message queues using RabbitMQ

• Collaborate with DevOps teams to support CI/CD pipelines and smooth deployments

• Use Git for version control and participate in code reviews

• Work within Agile methodologies, including Scrum and Kanban

• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve software defects and technical issues

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions

• Contribute to the continuous improvement of development processes and best practices.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field

• Experience in software development using C# and .NET Core

• Strong understanding of microservices architecture and design patterns

• Experience working with databases such as MongoDB and PostgreSQL

• Hands-on experience with RabbitMQ or other message queue systems

• Proficiency in Git for version control

• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and deployment processes

• Familiarity with Agile methodologies, including Scrum and Kanban

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

• We have an inclusive and diverse culture that encourages innovation and flexibility in remote, in-office, and hybrid work setups.
• We offer highly competitive compensation packages, including the potential for shares.
• We prioritize personal development and offer regular training and an annual learning stipend to tackle new challenges and grow your career in a hyper-growth environment.
• Join a talented team of over 30 nationalities working in 7 countries and gain valuable experience in an exciting industry.
• We offer autonomy, mentoring, and challenging goals that create incredible opportunities for both you and the company.
• You will be given a lot of responsibility and trust. We believe that the best results come when the people responsible for a function are given the freedom to do what they think is best.