Senior Software Engineer I - Golang (Contract)

Careem, a leading technology company in the Middle East, is seeking a Senior Software Engineer I specializing in Golang for a contract position. Since 2012, Careem has made significant impact by creating earnings for over 2.5 million Captains and serving over 70 million customers across 70+ cities in 10 countries. The role offers an exciting opportunity to work on building highly scalable backend applications and services for their Everything App platform.

As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll be responsible for developing robust backend services using Golang, while working with modern technologies including Kubernetes, cloud platforms, and various database systems. The position requires strong technical expertise with 4+ years of professional software development experience and a solid foundation in computer science fundamentals.

The role combines technical challenges with meaningful impact, as you'll be part of a team building solutions that simplify and improve people's lives across the greater Middle East region. Careem offers a flexible working arrangement with 4 days in office and 1 day from home (2 office days for tech IC roles), along with the ability to work remotely from any country for 30 days annually. The company provides comprehensive benefits including unlimited vacation days, healthcare benefits, and fitness reimbursements.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers who want to contribute to a purposeful organization while working with cutting-edge technologies and learning from talented colleagues. The position offers both technical growth and the chance to make a significant impact in a region with substantial untapped potential.