Job Functions1. Designing and building robust, scalable, and secure backend systems and services using modern frameworks and best practices2. Driving technical strategy, architecture decisions, and longterm planning for critical backend components3. Collaborating closely with stakeholders (product managers, designers, frontend/mobile engineers) to translate business requirements into technical solutions4. Improving system performance, reliability, observability, and maintainability through proactive monitoring and observability5. Mentoring and guiding other backend engineers, reviewing code, and setting high standards for engineering excellence
Job Requirements1. 7+ years of experience in backend development, with at least 2 years in a mentorship technical leadership capacity2. Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field is preferred but not required
Skills1. Deep expertise in at least one modern objectoriented backend language2. Strong architectural instincts3. Experience designing and operating largescale distributed systems with high availability and performance requirements4. Strong knowledge of databases, caching strategies, and API design5. Handson experience with CI/CD, containerization (Docker), cloud services (ex. AWS, GCP)1. Excellent problemsolving and debugging skills, with a proactive attitude towards owning and improving systems2. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex ideas clearly to technical and nontechnical stakeholders
About almentor:
We are the leading Video-Learning Platform in Arabic! Established in 2016, we produced over 1000 online courses for individuals, corporations, and government entities across Egypt and the Gulf. Our platform is a hub of knowledge, fostering lifelong learning and growth for individuals around the globe. We are a purpose-driven team. Our most important asset is an intellectual team that can innovate and execute. It’s what moves us forward!
Our Mission: 🚀 almentor is on a mission to increase accessibility to affordable quality education for Arabic-speaking communities and a Goal to serve 10 million learners in MENA
Job Overview:
We’re looking for a Staff Backend Engineer to design and build scalable, secure systems that power our core products. In this role, you'll lead key architecture decisions, mentor fellow engineers, and work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact solutions. If you have deep backend expertise, a strong leadership mindset, and a passion for building reliable, high-performance systems, we’d love to hear from you.
As a Staff Software Engineer, You will:- Designing and building robust, scalable, and secure backend systems and services using modern frameworks and best practices
- Driving technical strategy, architecture decisions, and long-term planning for critical backend components
- Collaborating closely with stakeholders (product managers, designers, frontend/mobile engineers) to translate business requirements into technical solutions
- Improving system performance, reliability, observability, and maintainability through proactive monitoring and observability
- Mentoring and guiding other backend engineers, reviewing code, and setting high standards for engineering excellence
- Contributing to sprint planning, technical documentation, and cross-team initiatives as a senior voice in the engineering
The ideal candidate will have:- 7+ years of experience in backend development, with at least 2 years in a mentorship technical leadership capacity
- Deep expertise in at least one modern object- oriented backend language and strong architectural instincts
- Experience designing and operating large-scale distributed systems with high availability and performance requirements
- Strong knowledge of databases, caching strategies, and API design
- Hands-on experience with CI/CD, contain erization containerization (Docker), cloud services (ex. AWS, GCP)
- Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills, with a proactive attitude towards owning and improving systems
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex ideas clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field is preferred but not required
Life at almentor
شبكة "المنتور.نت" لتنمية مهارات وقدرات الإنسان ÙÙŠ منطقة الشرق الأوسط وإÙريقيا. مكتبة من دورات الÙيديو التدريبية الØصرية ÙˆØوارات تØÙيزية وكلمات Ùيديو مصورة للخبراء والمتخصصين بالعربية والإنجليزية Almentor.net is a cutting-edge online video marketplace for e-learning and professional business development throughout the Middle East and Africa. Offering video courses in Arabic and English, we curate top-rated training programs of expert-created content and guided curriculum with interactive delivery.
Thrive Here & What We Value1. Purposedriven team that prioritizes collaboration, communication, and continuous improvement.2. Commitment to building software that is functional, reliable, beautiful, and intuitive.3. Emphasis on Agile and XP methodologies.4. Goal: Serve 10 million learners in MENA with accessible quality education for Arabic-speaking communities.5. Empowers companies to upskill workforce, increase engagement, achieve business goals.6. Offers professional ondemand e-learning courses through an appealing platform.7. Customized course production.
