Summary

VALR is looking for seasoned software engineers with experience in building applications that are fast, accurate, scalable and secure to help us deliver the best experience possible to our customers.

We are seeking people with extensive knowledge and experience in different programming languages and technologies to fill roles across our various teams. We have roles available for people experienced in: Kotlin, Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, Node.js, React. Were also keen to chat to people with experience in other similar languages and technologies, even if were not actively using them.

What will you be doing:

• Build best-in-class product features
• Create troubleshooting tools
• Implement internal processes and tooling
• Extend and improve our API
• Write easy to read, maintainable code

What we look for in you:

Skills relevant to the job include the education and/or experience, specialised training, and competencies required;

• Formal software engineering qualification not essential but rather in-depth background and experience in software engineering
• Practical experience is more relevant than a formal qualification
• 6+ years of software development experience
• Experience in building and integrating with REST APIs and/or Websockets
• Solid understanding of version control, containerisation and CI/CD concepts
• Familiarity with Google Cloud Platform and/or AWS
• Experience creating troubleshooting tools
• Passion for cryptocurrencies and alternative financial systems
• Experience working remotely in an early stage startup environment
• A natural inclination to help people and the ability to explain technical details simply

What can you expect from VALR:

• Competitive salary: Get paid well to work in an exciting industry
• Leave: Compliance with statutory leave required by individual countries, in addition to flexible leave
• Remote work: Work from wherever you like - Employees to ensure that there is secure, stable internet connectivity in order to effectively work remotely
• Home office setup: Mac laptop and a discretionary allowance to buy all the extras needed to work happily from home - all of it yours to keep after 3 years. Terms and Conditions will apply.
• Learning fund: R16,000 per employee per year for anything that helps you upskill for work, in addition to scheduled VALR training
• Performance bonus: When you contribute to VALRs success, youll be rewarded with discretionary bonuses
• Regular get-togethers outside of work
• Annual company retreats

Skills

• API Integration
• Cloud Management
• Communications Skills
• Software Engineering