WorkMotion
Senior Software Engineer (Backend)
Remote role where the employee must remain based in a particular country.
Egypt only
Employer listed it 7 weeks ago · Found 2h ago
Been open since 7 weeks ago. Long-running listings are sometimes left up after the role is filled.
Salary
Not stated
Location
Egypt only
Timezone
Not stated
Contract
Full-time
Experience
Senior
Category
Software
This employer didn't state pay. Jobs like this usually pay around $165k–$225k a year, a typical range taken from 597 senior-level software roles on Nomaders that do state pay. It's a guide, not an offer.
Remote flexibility
Work from home
This is a remote role, but the employee must be based in Egypt. It is work from home rather than work from anywhere.
What the employer says
- Source listing states candidate location: "Egypt, Remote"
- Job description states: "work from anywhere"
What Nomaders makes of it
- Payroll and tax are likely handled in that country only
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About the role
Senior Software Engineer
Location: Remote (Within +/- 2 hours of CET) Contract Type: Full-time
Not Your Typical Workplace…
Tired of the 9-to-5 grind? Imagine a world without borders, where opportunities are endless. That's the future of work, and what we're building at WorkMotion.
Our remote-first team spans the globe, helping companies hire, onboard, and manage talent internationally through smart, flexible workforce solutions. Fast-paced, people-driven, and globally connected, we empower businesses to build teams without borders.
More Than a Role
We don't just need another Senior Software Engineer—we're looking for a builder who enjoys solving complex engineering challenges and delivering scalable, high-quality software that creates real business impact.
You'll play a key role in shaping and building the technology powering our Talent Operations platform, working on backend services while contributing to frontend development when needed. You'll influence technical decisions, contribute to system architecture, and collaborate closely with Product, Engineering, and cross-functional stakeholders to deliver reliable, scalable solutions that support our global business.
We're looking for engineers who embrace modern software development practices and actively leverage AI-powered development tools such as Cursor and Claude Code to improve productivity and code quality.
Where Responsibility Meets Real Opportunity…
Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services while contributing to frontend features where required.
Build high-quality, well-tested software following modern engineering and DevOps best practices.
Contribute to architecture, system design, and technical decision-making across the platform.
Collaborate closely with Product Managers, Designers, and Engineers to deliver impactful solutions.
Review code, mentor teammates, and continuously improve engineering standards.
Troubleshoot production issues and continuously enhance system performance, reliability, and scalability.
What It Takes to Make an Impact Here…
5–6+ years of professional software engineering experience with a strong backend focus and frontend exposure.
Strong hands-on experience with Java, Spring Boot, React, Microservices, REST APIs, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and AWS .
Experience designing scalable systems and distributed architectures.
Daily experience using AI coding tools such as Cursor and Claude Code .
Strong understanding of Test-Driven Development (TDD), software engineering best practices, and clean code principles.
Excellent English communication skills, both written and spoken.
Bonus Points If You Bring…
Requirements
- ·Bonus Points If You Bring…
- ·Experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
- ·Experience working in Agile environments (Scrum or Kanban).
- ·Experience building highly scalable SaaS platforms.
- ·Passion for continuous learning and adopting modern engineering practices.
Benefits
- ·Your well-being is our priority: We know mental health matters, which is why we offer a dedicated Well-Being Day—a full day off just to recharge and relax.
- ·Get fit and stay active: Whether it's yoga, weightlifting, or a quick jog, work out on your terms with our subsidised gym memberships.
- ·Learn, grow, and develop: We believe in constant growth. Our Training & Development Allowance helps you continue expanding your skills.
- ·Stay connected: Take part in exciting annual team meetups.
- ·Diversity is our superpower: We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.
How to apply
- 1Check the flexibility label above, work from home, matches where you plan to live and work.
- 2Tailor your CV to the role at WorkMotion, mentioning your remote working experience.
- 3Apply directly on the employer's careers page using the button below. Nomaders never handles your application.
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