Lendsqr is making sure that Nigerians assess loans at the time of their need by helping lenders reach these borrowers at scale. Our LaaS (lending-as-Service) provides lenders with cloud technology, data, and native integrations that help lenders lend securely, cost effectively, sustainably and ethically. We also provide the expertise required for navigating the required technology and uniquely designed solutions suited to lenders’ needs.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Backend Engineer

Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Work Type: Full Time

Job Description

• We are currently in the process of establishing itself in various countries. However at the moment, whilst we work remotely, we are only able to hire employees resident in Nigeria to ensure effective employee management.

Responsibilities

• Implement, test, deliver, and maintain product features (new and existing)
• Create technical reports on feature implementations
• Research on existing/new product features and areas of improvement
• Commit to creating and maintaining secure coding practices (and standards)
• Provide support for product features (when needed)

Requirements

• Minimum of a 2:1 grade from any relevant field of study
• 3+ years’ experience performing similar functions
• High level proficiency with TypeScript for the backend (NodeJS)
• Good, working, knowledge of a Git
• Good, working, knowledge of the SQL query language (MySQL flavor). [Knowledge and understanding of ORMs is a plus]
• Good, working, knowledge of NoSQL databases (MongoDB especially). [Knowledge and understanding of ODMs is a plus]
• Ability to understand business requirements and translate them into technical requirements.

Competencies / Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Creativity and resourcefulness
• Organizational and time management skills
• High analytical and problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented and quick to learn
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Compensation Structure

• Base pay
• Incentive pay
• Other company benefits as defined by policy.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.