About the job
Who We Are
Moniepoint is a premier financial services platform dedicated to empowering emerging markets and holds the title of the second-fastest growing company in Africa. Since our inception in 2019, we have enabled over 3 million users with our innovative technology, facilitating personal and business banking, payments, credit, and a suite of business management tools that drive success. In 2023 alone, Moniepoint processed a staggering $182 billion and is responsible for the majority of POS transactions in Nigeria.
About the Role
As the Principal Software Engineer within Moniepoint's Research and Development division, you will spearhead innovation by investigating emerging technologies and trends, making significant contributions to our strategic roadmap. Your role will involve designing and developing state-of-the-art solutions across software engineering, data science, and artificial intelligence, utilizing your proficiency in diverse programming languages such as Java, Golang, Rust, and Python. By collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, you will translate research insights into scalable applications that enhance our product offerings and elevate customer experiences through informed decision-making. This opportunity allows you to lead transformative research initiatives while cultivating external partnerships to maintain our competitive edge in the industry.
Curious about what makes Moniepoint an extraordinary workplace? Explore our blog to discover how we nurture a culture of innovation, teamwork, and growth.
What You’ll Get to Do
- Conduct in-depth research and development activities to explore new technologies and pinpoint improvement opportunities.
- Design, prototype, and develop groundbreaking solutions to enhance our existing products and processes, ensuring they adhere to high performance and quality standards.
- Work collaboratively with engineers and designers to implement new technologies and techniques.
- Stay informed about the latest advancements in the field through continuous education and participation in conferences and workshops.
- Analyze data and conduct experiments to validate hypotheses, troubleshoot issues, and optimize overall performance.
- Document research findings, experimental procedures, and design specifications with precision.
- Engage with external partners, such as universities or research institutions, to leverage their knowledge and resources for research initiatives.
- Assist in the development and execution of intellectual property strategies, including patent applications and technology licensing.

