Sector: Financial Technology

Reports to: Product Owner

Career Level:  2+ Years of direct-related work experience as a  full-stack engineer or similar software engineering role

Employment Type: Full-time

Qualifications:

•  Education: BSc in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a relevant field
•  Experience: 2+ Years of direct-related work experience as a full-stack engineer or in a similar software engineering role
• Certification: Python, PHP, Java, Node.js, modern frontend frameworks (e.g., React), data structures & algorithms, cybersecurity principles

About YaYa Wallet:

YaYa Wallet (YaYa PII SC) is a Payment Instrument Issuer focusing on providing payment solutions through mobile wallet software systems, committed to delivering faster, secure, inclusive, and tailored digital financial services. Our services include bank transfers, cash-in and cash-out, utility and bill payments, merchant transactions, inward international remittances, and recurring or scheduled payments. As a dynamic and rapidly growing company, we are seeking a talented and ambitious full-stack engineer to join our team.

Job Summary:

YaYa Wallet is seeking a skilled and driven full-stack developer to join our innovative and collaborative tech team. In this role, you will be responsible for the full software development lifecycle, from concept to deployment, contributing to both front-end and back-end development. You will work closely with the product manager, designer, and fellow engineers to build seamless, scalable, and secure web applications that elevate the digital financial experience for our users.

The ideal candidate has a solid understanding of agile methodologies, experience with modern development stacks, and a passion for building clean, efficient, and user-centered software. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a flair for both code and creativity, we’d love to have you help shape the future of fintech in Ethiopia.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with development teams and product managers to ideate and plan innovative software solutions
• Design and implement client-side and server-side architecture
• Develop visually appealing and user-friendly front-end interfaces
• Build and maintain reliable, scalable back-end services and databases
• Design and develop effective and secure APIs for system integration
• Conduct software testing to ensure responsiveness, performance, and functionality
• Identify and resolve software issues through troubleshooting and debugging
• Implement robust security measures and data protection protocols
• Build features and applications optimized for mobile responsiveness
• Prepare and maintain clear technical documentation throughout the development lifecycle.

​Essential Skills​

• Strong knowledge of IT infrastructure, cloud services (AWS), and on-premises  server management.
• Proficiency with project management tools such as Jira, ServiceNow, and Slack.
•  Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple projects     simultaneously.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Organizational skills  

Salary

An attractive and competitive salary commensurate with your experience.

Evaluations:

*Please ensure your application addresses all position qualifications, including education, experience, and required skills.

Closing date: August 11, 2025

Join us at YaYa Wallet and be part of a team that is transforming the way people manage their finances! We look forward to seeing how you can contribute to our success!