0 Negotiable or Not Mentioned
Kenya, Nairobi
54 days ago
ayuutto.com
1883 Views
Ayuuto Limited is seeking a dedicated Senior Payments Engineer to join the team behind AyuutoPay, our flagship multi-currency and Sharia-compliant payment gateway. As a core member of our engineering team, you will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and scaling a platform that serves as a vital part of Africa's integrated financial ecosystem. This role involves building cross-border payment corridors and managing critical API integrations with providers like M-Pesa, Airtel Money, and Flutterwave to ensure a seamless transaction experience for the underserved and underbanked populations across the continent.
In this hybrid role based in Nairobi, you will own the end-to-end technical lifecycle of the payments infrastructure, maintaining a high standard of 99.9% platform uptime. You will work at the intersection of Islamic finance and modern mobile money technologies, contributing to a mission-critical system. As a pre-revenue startup with strong banking partnerships, we offer a ground-floor opportunity to shape the future of fintech in East Africa, collaborating with a passionate team dedicated to financial inclusion. Equity consideration is available for exceptional candidates.
Key Requirements
3–5 years of professional experience in software development with a focus on fintech or payments.
Expert proficiency in PHP and the Laravel framework.
Advanced knowledge of MySQL database management and optimization.
Strong experience with frontend technologies including React.js and React Native for mobile applications.
Hands-on experience integrating East African payment APIs, specifically M-Pesa Daraja API.
Solid understanding of security protocols including TLS, tokenisation, and OWASP standards.
Practical experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure.
Proven ability to implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines.
Familiarity with KYC/KYB, AML/CFT compliance workflows and CBK regulatory requirements.
Understanding of Sharia-compliant finance principles is a strong advantage.
Ability to maintain 99.9% platform uptime on mission-critical infrastructure.
~180,000 Mentioned
Kenya, Nairobi
24 days ago
protonmail.com
1630 Views
JamiiPlus is a dynamic mobile super-app currently under development for the Kenyan market, aiming to revolutionize how users interact by combining social networking, a marketplace, and fintech services into a single, seamless product. We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Chief Product Officer to join our team in Nairobi. This senior leadership role requires a visionary who can take full ownership of the product lifecycle from inception through to scale, ensuring that the platform meets the unique needs of Kenyan consumers while integrating complex financial systems. The successful candidate will be responsible for defining the product roadmap and leading cross-functional teams to deliver a world-class user experience.
The successful candidate will bring a wealth of experience, particularly within the Kenyan fintech landscape, and must have a proven track record of shipping products that utilize M-Pesa transactions at scale. In addition to a competitive salary ranging from KES 180,000 to 240,000 per month, the role offers a range of benefits including a MacBook Pro, monthly data allowance, an annual training budget, health insurance, and 21 days of annual leave. This is a unique opportunity to shape a high-impact product from the ground up within a rapidly growing startup. The candidate must be fluent in both Swahili and English and be based in the Nairobi region to effectively lead local operations.
Key Requirements
Minimum of 5 years of product management experience.
At least 2 years of experience at a Kenyan fintech or M-Pesa-integrated product company.
Proven track record of shipping a real product with live M-Pesa transactions at scale.
Fluency in both Swahili and English languages.
Currently based in or willing to relocate to Nairobi, Kenya.
Strong background in senior leadership roles within the technology sector.
Deep understanding of the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) regulations for lenders.
Excellent communication skills and ability to lead cross-functional teams.
Analytical mindset with the ability to use data to drive product decisions.
Experience in building social or marketplace features within a mobile application.
0 Negotiable or Not Mentioned
Kenya, Nairobi
14 days ago
gmail.com
847 Views
Maxson Programming Ltd is a rapidly growing technology firm dedicated to empowering Africa through smart digital solutions. We are currently seeking a talented and passionate Developer to join our team in Nairobi. The ideal candidate will not just write code but will be responsible for building real-world solutions that scale across critical sectors such as health, education, and business. At Maxson, you will have the opportunity to work on impactful systems and contribute to the future of innovation in the region.
The successful candidate will demonstrate mastery in modern web technologies including Next.js for high-performance frontends and Node.js for robust backends, with MongoDB serving as the primary database architecture. You will be tasked with integrating various APIs to create seamless user experiences and functional ecosystems. As part of our startup culture, you will play a key role in designing and deploying systems that make a tangible difference in people's lives. Join us and be a part of something bigger as we build the future together.
Key Requirements
Proficient in MongoDB for database management and architecture.
Strong expertise in Next.js for building high-performance frontend applications.
Extensive experience with Node.js for backend services and logic.
Ability to design and implement complex API Integrations efficiently.
Proven track record of building real-world solutions that are scalable.
Passion for developing systems in health, education, and business sectors.
Capacity to work effectively in a fast-paced startup environment.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically about system design.
Knowledge of version control systems such as Git for collaborative development.
Excellent communication skills to work within a multidisciplinary team.
0 Negotiable or Not Mentioned
Kenya, Remote
23 days ago
e-solutionsinc.com
1472 Views
We are seeking a highly skilled LLM S2 Annotator (CUA Trajectory Specialist) to join our team for a 5-week project. This role focuses on utilizing technical expertise to evaluate and annotate LLM trajectories within agentic workflows. The successful candidate will work extensively with tools like OpenClaw and must be comfortable navigating Linux environments using command-line operations. The position requires a daily commitment of 8 hours, ensuring a 4-hour overlap with the PST time zone to facilitate seamless collaboration with our global development team.
Candidates should possess a strong background in software development or technical support, with specific proficiency in Python or Bash scripting. Your primary responsibility will be decomposing complex technical instructions into structured, step-by-step workflows and documenting technical processes with extreme precision. This is a remote opportunity specifically open to candidates in this region, offering a chance to contribute to cutting-edge AI system development and the evolution of LLM-based agentic tools.
Key Requirements
2–5 years of experience in software development, technical support, or similar technical roles.
Strong familiarity with Linux environments and command-line operations.
Proficiency in at least one scripting language: Python or Bash.
Ability to decompose complex instructions into structured, step-by-step workflows.
Strong attention to detail in documenting technical processes.
Exposure to LLM-based tools, AI systems, or agentic workflows.
Basic understanding of APIs, file systems, and developer tooling.
Familiarity with OpenClaw or similar environments/tools.
Ability to work 8 hours per day with a 4-hour overlap with the PST time zone.
Senior level experience in technical environments.
0 Negotiable or Not Mentioned
Kenya, Remote
9 days ago
pylonmc.com
502 Views
Pylonmc is looking for an experienced Senior Front End Developer to join their team on a short-term contract basis for approximately two months. In this role, you will be primarily responsible for building scalable, high-performance frontend applications using React and Next.js. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including product, design, backend, and QA, to develop reusable UI components and comprehensive design systems that integrate seamlessly with Python-based backend services.
This position is 100% remote and offers the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge AI projects alongside a global team of engineers. Candidates must be available to work eight hours per day with at least a four-hour overlap with the PST time zone to facilitate effective collaboration. You will also be expected to participate in architecture discussions, perform rigorous code reviews, and provide mentoring to other team members while optimizing application responsiveness and scalability.
Key Requirements
Minimum of 5 years of professional frontend development experience.
Advanced expertise in React.js and Next.js frameworks.
Strong proficiency in TypeScript, HTML, and CSS.
Proven experience with state management tools like Redux or Context API.
Knowledge of REST API integration and backend architecture.
Basic understanding of Python, preferably with the FastAPI framework.
Ability to commit to 8 hours per day with a 4-hour PST overlap.
Experience building scalable and high-performance frontend applications.
Skill in developing reusable UI components and design systems.
Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
Experience with DevOps tools including Docker and CI/CD pipelines.
Capability to participate in architecture discussions and mentoring.