
Your reliable ride in the Middle East
Careem, a subsidiary of Uber, is a leading ride-hailing platform based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Founded in 2012, Careem operates in over 100 cities across 14 countries in the Middle East, North Africa, and South Asia, serving millions of customers. The company raised over $1 billion in fundin...
Careem offers competitive salaries, equity options, comprehensive health insurance, and generous paid time off. The company also supports remote work ...
Careem fosters a culture of innovation and adaptability, focusing on solving local transportation challenges. The company values diversity and inclusi...

Careem • Alexandria, Egypt
Careem is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to join their Engagement team, focusing on building scalable backend applications for their Benefits Platform. This role requires strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently on high-impact projects.
You have a strong background in backend engineering, with experience in building scalable and robust applications. You are comfortable working independently and can understand functional specifications to deliver high-quality code. You thrive in a collaborative environment, working closely with other engineers to achieve common goals.
You are passionate about technology and eager to apply your skills to real-world problems. You understand the importance of writing performant and reliable code, and you are committed to continuous improvement in your work. You are adaptable and open to learning new technologies and methodologies as needed.
Experience with AI technologies is a plus, as Careem is looking to integrate AI into their systems. Familiarity with cloud services and modern development practices will also be beneficial in this role.
As a Senior Backend Engineer at Careem, you will be responsible for designing and scaling backend services that power the Benefits Platform. You will work on high-impact projects that directly affect the experience of millions of customers across the region. Your role will involve collaborating with other engineers to build highly scalable applications, ensuring that the systems you develop are robust and efficient.
You will write high-quality code while managing defined tasks and bugs independently. Your ability to understand functional specifications will be crucial in delivering solutions that meet the needs of the business. You will also participate in code reviews and contribute to the overall improvement of the team's development practices.
In addition to your technical responsibilities, you will have the opportunity to mentor junior engineers and share your knowledge with the team. You will be part of a dynamic environment that encourages innovation and creativity, allowing you to make a real impact on the company's mission to simplify and improve people's lives.
Careem provides a flexible work environment, allowing you to work four days a week in the office and one day from home. Additionally, you can work remotely from any country in the world for up to 30 days a year. The company offers unlimited vacation days, ensuring that you have the time you need to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
You will have access to healthcare benefits and fitness reimbursements for health activities, including gym memberships and training classes. Careem is committed to building an awesome organization that inspires its employees, and you will be part of a team that values collaboration and growth.
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