Software Engineer

Company Description AI Wealth Africa is a technology platform founded in 2023 with a mission to empower individuals and organizations across Africa through innovation, education, and digital solutions. The company offers IT services, social media, e-commerce, educational consulting, and financial planning tools to support growth and digital literacy. Users can create profiles, share content, and build communities through blogs, podcasts, videos, and newsletters. By combining artificial intelligence with local ingenuity, AI Wealth Africa helps users make informed decisions and drive sustainable impact, guided by core values of empowerment, accessibility, integrity, and innovation.

Role Description This is a full-time remote role for a Software Engineer. The Software Engineer will design, develop, test, and maintain scalable software solutions that power AI Wealth Africa’s digital platform and services. Responsibilities include implementing back-end features and APIs, integrating data sources, optimizing performance, and ensuring security and reliability across applications. The role involves collaborating with product, design, and data teams, participating in code reviews, writing clear technical documentation, and contributing to continuous improvement of development practices. The Software Engineer will also support the integration of AI-driven functionalities that enhance user experience and access to educational and financial resources.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Computer Science concepts, including algorithms, data structures, and software design principles.
• Proficiency in Software Development and Programming using modern languages and frameworks relevant to web platforms.
• Experience in Back-End Web Development, including building RESTful APIs, working with databases, and integrating third-party services.
• Applied knowledge of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) and clean coding practices.
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and collaborative development workflows.
• Ability to work effectively in a remote, cross-functional team environment and communicate clearly in written and spoken English.
• Understanding of cloud-based infrastructures, security best practices, and performance optimization is an advantage.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Interest in AI, financial literacy, and education-focused technology solutions, particularly within the African context.