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Careem

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 About the Company
 
 
 
 Careem is building the Everything App for the greater Middle East &mdash; making it easy to move around, order food and groceries, manage payments, and more. Our purpose is simple: to simplify and improve people&rsquo;s lives and build an awesome organisation that inspires.
 
 
 Since 2012, Careem has enabled earnings for over 2.5 million Captains, simplified the lives of more than 70 million customers, and built a platform where the region&rsquo;s best talent and entrepreneurs thrive. We operate in 70+ cities across 10 countries, from Morocco to Pakistan.
 
 
 
 
 We&rsquo;re now entering our next chapter &mdash; one powered by AI. We&rsquo;re looking for AI talent: curious problem-solvers who know how to apply AI to build tools, automate workflows, and create real impact. Whether it&rsquo;s streamlining operations, enhancing customer experience, or reimagining internal systems &mdash; we want people who can make Careem work smarter and move faster.
 
 
 
 
 By applying here you will be considered for multiple similar positions within Careem across several teams and if you are successful we will match you to the best fit role based on your career and personal preferences.
 
 
 
 What You'll Do
 
 
 
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 Work closely with other engineers on the team to build highly scalable and robust backend applications and services.
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 Write high quality, performant and reliable code while working on defined tasks/bugs independently.
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 Work independently to understand functional specifications and deliver complete features.
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 Participate in the on-call rotation and be willing to jump in and help resolve any incidents within the defined SLA.
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 Participate in team agile and engineering practices and contribute to their continuous evolution.
 
 
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 What You'll Need
 
 
 
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 4+ years of professional software development experience.
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 Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or other related technical field.
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 Working experience with at least one modern object-oriented programming language such as Java, C#, C++, Golang, Kotlin.
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 Working knowledge of Computer Science fundamentals including: object-oriented design, data structures and algorithms.
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 Experience operating online systems reliably including deploying changes to production in live systems.
 
 
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 Preferred Skills &amp; Qualifications
 
 
 
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 Master's Degree in Computer Science or other related technical field.
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 Experience with Java Spring, Golang and Cloud platforms such as Azure, Google Cloud Platform and AWS.
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 Experience working with container technology including Docker and Kubernetes.
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 Experience working with relational and non-relational database systems.
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 Experience applying professional software engineering best practices, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations.
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Senior Software Engineer I - Backend

<div><div>Careem is building the Everything App for the greater Middle East &mdash; making it easy to move around, order food and groceries, manage payments, and more. Our purpose is simple: to simplify and improve people&rsquo;s lives and build an awesome organisation that inspires. 
Since 2012, Careem has enabled earnings for over 2.5 million Captains, simplified the lives of more than 70 million customers, and built a platform where the region&rsquo;s best talent and entrepreneurs thrive. We operate in 70+ cities across 10 countries, from Morocco to Pakistan.

We&rsquo;re now entering our next chapter &mdash; one powered by AI. We&rsquo;re looking for AI talent: curious problem-solvers who know how to apply AI to build tools, automate workflows, and create real impact. Whether it&rsquo;s streamlining operations, enhancing customer experience, or reimagining internal systems &mdash; we want people who can make Careem work smarter and move faster.</div><div> 

What you'll do
<ul>
<li>Work closely with other engineers on the team to build highly scalable and robust backend applications and services.</li>
<li>Write high quality, performant and reliable code while working on defined tasks/bugs independently.</li>
<li>Work independently to understand functional specifications and deliver complete features.</li>
<li>Participate in the on-call rotation and be willing to jump in and help resolve any incidents within the defined SLA.</li>
<li>Participate in team agile and engineering practices and contribute to their continuous evolution.</li>
</ul>
What you'll need
<ul>
<li>4+ years of professional software development experience.</li>
<li>Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or other related technical field.</li>
<li>Working experience with at least one modern object-oriented programming language such as Java, Golang, Kotlin.</li>
<li>Working knowledge of Computer Science fundamentals including: object-oriented design, data structures and algorithms.</li>
<li>Experience operating online systems reliably including deploying changes to production in live systems.</li>
</ul>
Preferred skills &amp; qualifications
<ul>
<li>Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or other related technical field.</li>
<li>Experience with Java Spring, Golang and Cloud platforms such as Azure, Google Cloud Platform and AWS.</li>
<li>Experience working with container technology including Docker and Kubernetes.</li>
<li>Experience working with relational and non-relational database systems.</li>
<li>Experience applying professional software engineering best practices, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations.</li></ul> 


What we&rsquo;ll provide you

We offer colleagues the opportunity to drive impact in the region while they learn and grow. As a full time Careem colleague, you will be able to:
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<li>Work and learn from great minds by joining a community of inspiring colleagues.</li>
<li>Put your passion to work in a purposeful organisation dedicated to creating impact in a region with a lot of untapped potential.</li>
<li>Explore new opportunities to learn and grow every day.</li>
<li>Work 4 days a week in office &amp; 1 day from home, and remotely from any country in the world for 30 days a year with unlimited vacation days per year. (If you are in an individual contributor role in tech, you will have 2 office days a week and 3 to work from home.)</li>
<li>Access to healthcare benefits and fitness reimbursements for health activities including gym, health club, and training classes.</li></ul></div></div>

Cube Discipline

We are looking for an experienced Senior Node.js / AI Engineer to lead the design and development of intelligent, scalable backend systems. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Node.js for backend development and practical experience integrating AI/ML models into production environments.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Lead development of backend services and APIs using Node.js (Express/Nest.js).</li><li>Collaborate with AI/ML teams to integrate machine learning models into live applications.</li><li>Design and implement microservices, event-driven architectures, and RESTful APIs.</li><li>Optimize system performance, scalability, and data flow between backend and AI components.</li><li>Mentor junior developers and review code to maintain best practices.</li><li>Deploy and manage applications on cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure).</li><li>Work closely with cross-functional teams including data scientists and product managers.</li></ul>Requirements:<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s or Master&rsquo;s in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.</li><li>5&ndash;8+ years of backend development experience, primarily with Node.js.</li><li>Hands-on experience with AI/ML integration (TensorFlow, PyTorch, or OpenAI APIs).</li><li>Proficient in JavaScript/TypeScript, NoSQL/SQL databases, and API design.</li><li>Experience with cloud computing, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), and CI/CD.</li><li>Strong problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timeWork Location: In person

Sr NodeJS/AI Engineer (remote)

SOC Solutions LLC

Role: Senior Backend Engineer (Nest.js)Overview:We are hiring a Senior Backend Engineer with deep expertise in Nest.js and scalable API architectures. You will lead the design of robust services, ensure code quality, and optimize performance for production workloads.Core Responsibilities:<ul><li>Architect and implement REST APIs with Nest.js and TypeScript.</li><li>Design database models and integrations (PostgreSQL, Prisma, Redis, etc.).</li><li>Implement authentication, authorization, and rate-limiting strategies.</li><li>Maintain CI/CD workflows, testing, and monitoring pipelines.</li><li>Collaborate with DevOps to ensure seamless deployment on AWS or similar platforms.</li></ul>Requirements:<ul><li>7+ years backend experience, including 3+ with Nest.js.</li><li>Expert-level TypeScript skills.</li><li>Proven track record building production APIs at scale.</li><li>Strong testing mindset and documentation discipline (OpenAPI/Swagger).</li><li>Excellent Git, branch strategy, and PM tool usage.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timeAbility to commute/relocate:<ul><li>Karachi: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)</li></ul>Application Question(s):<ul><li>How much is your expected Salary for this role?</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>Backend Development: 7 years (Required)</li><li>Nest.IS: 4 years (Required)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Backend Developer (Nest.js)

Location: Karachi, Pakistan (On-site) Timing: 11 AM &ndash; 8 PM (Mon&ndash;Fri) Company: Botmer InternationalWe&rsquo;re looking for an experienced Principal Software Engineer (Clouds) to lead cloud architecture, infrastructure automation, and large-scale deployment systems across our AI-driven software products.Responsibilities<ul><li>Architect and maintain scalable cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, or Azure)</li><li>Lead and mentor a team of senior engineers</li><li>Design CI/CD pipelines, monitoring, and disaster recovery solutions</li><li>Ensure cloud cost optimization and performance efficiency</li><li>Collaborate closely with AI and full-stack teams on system integration</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>8+ years of software engineering experience, with at least 3+ years in cloud-focused roles</li><li>Strong command of AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, and CI/CD tools</li><li>Proficient in backend programming (Python, Node.js, or Go)</li><li>Experience with microservices, APIs, and security best practices</li><li>Leadership experience managing or mentoring technical teams</li></ul>Perks<ul><li>Competitive market salary</li><li>Collaborative and fast-paced startup culture</li><li>Opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI and automation projects</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: Rs350,000.00 - Rs500,000.00 per monthApplication Question(s):<ul><li>What is your expected Salary for this Role?</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>Software Development: 5 years (Required)</li><li>DevOps: 5 years (Required)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Principal Software Engineer

VIRTUOSOFT

Job Title: QA Engineer (Manual &amp; Automation)Location: Karachi, PakistanExperience Level: Mid to Senior (2&ndash;7 years)Job SummaryWe are looking for a QA Engineer (Manual &amp; Automation) to join our product development team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring software quality through structured manual and automated testing processes. You will collaborate closely with developers, analysts, and project managers to validate requirements, design test strategies, and implement automated testing frameworks for scalable and reliable software solutions.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Design, develop, and execute manual and automated test cases for web, mobile, and API applications.</li><li>Perform functional, regression, smoke, performance, and security testing across multiple environments.</li><li>Develop and maintain automation scripts using Selenium, Playwright, or Robot Framework.</li><li>Conduct API testing using Postman or equivalent tools.</li><li>Validate data integrity and backend operations through SQL queries and database testing.</li><li>Collaborate with developers during sprint planning to ensure test coverage for all user stories.</li><li>Participate in Agile ceremonies (daily standups, grooming, retrospectives).</li><li>Maintain detailed QA documentation, test reports, and defect logs in JIRA, Trello, or TFS.</li><li>Contribute to continuous integration (CI/CD) testing and improvement initiatives.</li><li>Mentor junior QA members (for senior-level candidates).</li><li>Required Skills &amp; Tools</li><li>Testing Types: Functional, Regression, Smoke, UAT, Performance, API, and Security Testing</li><li>Automation Tools: Selenium WebDriver, Playwright, Robot Framework, Selenide</li><li>Programming &amp; Scripting: Python, Java, or JavaScript</li><li>API Testing: Postman, REST/SOAP</li><li>Database Testing: SQL / MySQL</li><li>Bug Tracking Tools: JIRA, TFS, Redmine, Trello</li><li>Methodologies: Agile / Scrum</li><li>Platforms: Web, Mobile (Android/iOS), Odoo ERP (preferred)</li></ul>EducationBachelor&rsquo;s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.Preferred QualificationsExperience in banking, fintech, ERP, or enterprise systems.Familiarity with Odoo, WordPress, or custom web applications.Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and DevOps environments.Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.Soft SkillsDetail-oriented with a focus on software reliability and user experience.Proactive team player with ownership mindset.Strong collaboration and documentation skills.Job Type: Full-timeWork Location: In person

QA Engineer - (Manual & Automation)

Role: Senior React Native EngineerOverview:We are looking for a Senior React Native Engineer to drive the development of our mobile applications with a focus on performance, reliability, and scalability across iOS and Android. You willcollaborate closely with backend, AI, and design teams to deliver seamless user experiences.Core Responsibilities:<ul><li>Architect, develop, and maintain cross-platform apps using React Native and TypeScript.</li><li>Integrate REST and GraphQL APIs from our backend and AI services.</li><li>Implement advanced state management (Redux, Zustand, or Recoil).</li><li>Ensure top performance on both platforms through profiling and optimization.</li><li>Own CI/CD pipelines for mobile builds (Fastlane, EAS, App Center).</li></ul>Requirements:<ul><li>5+ years of mobile development experience, 3+ with React Native.</li><li>Strong knowledge of TypeScript, modern React patterns, and native bridge concepts.</li><li>Deep understanding of app store deployment and OTA updates.</li><li>Familiar with automated testing and release workflows.</li><li>Excellent Git workflow and collaboration in agile PM environments (Jira, Linear, ClickUp).</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timeAbility to commute/relocate:<ul><li>Karachi: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)</li></ul>Application Question(s):<ul><li>How much is your expected Salary for this Role?</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>React Native: 5 years (Required)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Sr. React Native Engineer

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Senior Software Engineer I - Backend

Senior Software Engineer I - Backend

Sr NodeJS/AI Engineer (remote)

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Principal Software Engineer

QA Engineer - (Manual & Automation)

Sr. React Native Engineer