Staff Engineer

Talent Acquisition Partner @ Moment | I'm Hiring!

Role Overview : We’re looking for an experienced engineering leader who really knows payments inside and out. Someone with a strong technical background (10+ years in software development), who’s also led and grown teams before. You should be comfortable rolling up your sleeves, setting technical direction, and helping us build and scale reliable, secure payment systems. Startup experience is a must, since we need someone who can move fast, adapt quickly, and guide the team through growth.

About Moment :

Africa is at the cusp of an economic revolution. 1.5 billion people are embracing electronic payments, mobile everything, and racing towards a digital transformation that will change the world for the next two decades. While internet‑ and banking‑penetration have come late to Africa, a youth‑driven tidal wave of change is hitting the continent, and global businesses and local champions are in a race to unlock its potential. In partnership with Multichoice, the largest entertainment platform on the African continent, we are building a payment platform as ambitious as the customers we serve. This is truly the Moment for Africa.

Our Culture :

At Moment, we believe building the future is a team sport; partnership and collaboration lie at the core of everything we do. We take pride in working hard and strive to be world class every day, without forgetting to have a little fun along the way. We’re straight‑talkers who prioritize speed of execution over perfection. We’re ok with uncertainty and don’t let it get in the way of making smart decisions quickly. We like to get things done.

We value diversity of thought, culture, and background and strive to build a business and work environment as vibrant as the continent we serve. Changing the lives and unlocking the ambitions of a continent isn’t for the faint of heart - but with a passion for people and a desire to make a lasting impact, we believe we can build an enormous business that also delivers good in the world.

Job Requirements :

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Extensive experience (10+ years) in software development with a focus on payments technology.
• Deep understanding of payment processing systems, including but not limited to payment gateways, merchant services, and fraud prevention.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, C++, NodeJS, Go, or Rust, and familiarity with modern software development practices (e.g., Agile, DevOps). The specific programming language is less important than the depth – a good guide is at least two programming languages.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with experience leading and mentoring engineering teams. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams.
• Experience working in a startup environment is a requirement.
• Additional skills or experience in managing engineering teams – in hands‑on Engineering Manager or VP of Engineering roles would be beneficial.

Job Responsibilities :

Technical Leadership : Provide strategic direction and technical guidance in the development and maintenance of payment systems.

Team Management : Lead and mentor a team of engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.

Project Management : Drive the execution of payment‑related projects from inception to delivery, ensuring alignment with business goals.

Collaboration and Communication : Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and define technical specifications for payment systems.

Quality Assurance and Compliance : Implement rigorous testing procedures to ensure the reliability, security, and compliance of payment systems.

Seniority level : Director

Employment type : Full‑time

Job function / Industries :

Software Development and Financial Services

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