Associate Software Engineer - Graduate Program

About us:

Tamara is the leading fintech platform in Saudi Arabia and the wider GCC region with a mission to help people make their dreams come true by building the most customer-centric financial super-app on earth. The company serves millions of users in KSA, UAE and Kuwait, and partners with leading global and regional brands such as SHEIN, Jarir, noon, Amazon, IKEA, eXtra and Farfetch as well as small and medium businesses.

Tamara is Saudi’s first fintech unicorn and is backed by Sanabil Investments, SNB Capital, Checkout.com, amongst others, operating out of its headquarters in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia with other regional and global support offices.

About our Associate Software Engineer Graduate Program

Our 12 month program elevates exceptional Saudi graduates into future leaders. 

It is a comprehensive and hands-on experience designed to accelerate your growth within the dynamic realm of Software Engineering.

You will work with an executive mentor to help tackle company-wide initiatives with key stakeholders and gain professional development while handling live business challenges, making a mark from day one. Successful completion of this program will lead to internal opportunities based on performance.

If you have a brilliant academic track record, are a proactive problem-solver, and are ready to push boundaries, while executing with precision; this is the program for you!

Your role:

As an Associate Software Engineer, you will be involved in the design, development, testing, and maintenance of our software applications and infrastructure. Working alongside Senior Engineers, you will gain valuable experience and mentorship from day one by engaging in real-world projects.

Your role will include collaborating with a diverse team, including engineers, designers, analysts, and product experts, to create innovative technical solutions that enhance the way millions of users shop, pay, and bank. This position offers a chance to dive deep into complex problems and contribute to system design improvements.

Ideal candidates are driven, curious team players who value collective success. You approach challenges with a positive, solution-oriented mindset and demonstrate resilience in overcoming obstacles. You will effectively collaborate with others through empathy and respect, adapting to changes quickly while maintaining momentum and energy.

Embodying these values will lead to success in revolutionizing user experiences and contributing positively to our team dynamics.

Your Responsibilities

• Participate in the full software development lifecycle, from concept and design to testing and deployment.
• Ensure code quality by writing unit and integration tests, and conducting code reviews.
• Enhance system performance and reliability through continuous monitoring and optimization.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends to inform strategic decisions.
• Gain hands-on experience by working on impactful real-world projects from day one.
• Receive mentorship and guidance from experienced Senior Engineers to accelerate your learning and professional growth.
• Work within a supportive and collaborative environment that values innovation and creativity.
• Develop problem-solving skills by tackling complex challenges and delivering meaningful solutions.

Your expertise:

Experience

• Minimum internship or co-op experience with up to 2 years in software development or coding projects
• Knowledge of software development lifecycle and agile methodologies.
• Hands-on exposure to debugging, testing, and deployment processes.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Skills

• Basic proficiency in programming languages (e.g., Java, Golang, Python, or C++).
• Understanding of databases and SQL fundamentals.
• Familiarity with unit testing and version control tools.

Attributes

• Innovative and solution-oriented, with a passion for problem-solving.
• Adaptable and resilient, thriving in dynamic and fast-paced environments.
• Collaborative team player with effective communication skills.

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

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