Senior Software Engineer

Jumia, the leading e-commerce company in Africa, is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their Engineering team. As a key player in Jumia's technology plan, you'll contribute to system design, write code, and set the standard for technical excellence. You'll work on large-scale systems, using Java and Spring frameworks, event-driven architectures with Apache Kafka, and both SQL and NoSQL databases. Experience with containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes) is required.

Your responsibilities will include aligning architectural decisions across Engineering teams, arbitrating technical decisions, defining NFRs and standards for observability, and ensuring highly performant solutions. You'll also coach engineers, ensure system reliability and compliance, and contribute to comprehensive documentation.

Jumia offers a unique opportunity to have a strong impact on building the African e-commerce sector. You'll be part of a professional and dynamic team, with unparalleled personal and professional growth opportunities. Jumia's platform connects sellers with consumers, provides logistics services, and offers a safe payment solution through JumiaPay.

Join Jumia to change the Internet landscape in Africa and the world, working with a group of humble and intelligent people who are ready to grow with you. This role offers a chance to be at the forefront of technological transformation in Africa, believing in the potential of technology to improve everyday life across the continent.