Internship Global Program - Golang Developer - Jumia (Full Time)
at Jumia Egypt
About Jumia:
Jumia is a leading pan-African e-commerce platform. Its mission is to improve the quality of everyday life in Africa by leveraging technology to deliver innovative, convenient and affordable online services to customers, while helping businesses grow as they use Jumia's platform to better reach and serve customers.
Jumia is built around a marketplace and supported by a proprietary logistics business
[Jumia Logistics] and a digital payment and fintech platform
[Jumia Pay]. With over 3,000 employees, Jumia is led by top talented leaders offering a great mix of local and international talents and is backed by very high-profile shareholders. Jumia is committed to creating a sustainable impact in Africa.
In April 2019, Jumia was the first Tech company in Africa to be listed on the New York Stock Exchange.
What you will be doing
Assist in developing and maintaining backend services and APIs using Golang, Python, or PHP Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement new features and improve existing ones Participate in code reviews and contribute to best practices in software development Help optimize database queries and improve application performance Assist in troubleshooting and debugging issues in production environments Contribute to the development of internal tools and automation scripts Learn and apply software design patterns and principles in an e-commerce context Participate in agile development processes and team meetings
What we are looking for
Fresh graduates or currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field Strong interest in backend development and e-commerce technologies Basic knowledge of at least one of the following languages: Golang, Python, or PHP Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) Understanding of RESTful APIs and microservices architecture Basic knowledge of databases (SQL and NoSQL) Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies quickly Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail Excellent communication skills in English
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with web development frameworks (e.g., Gin for Golang, Django for Python, or Laravel for PHP) Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud) Understanding of e-commerce concepts and challenges Experience with unit testing and test-driven development Knowledge of containerization technologies (e.g., Docker)
Join Jumia's tech team and be part of the digital revolution transforming commerce in Africa. Apply now to kickstart your career in software development in an exciting e-commerce context!
We Offer:
A unique experience in an entrepreneurial, yet structured environment A unique opportunity of having strong impact in building the African e-commerce sector The opportunity to become part of a highly professional and dynamic team An unparalleled personal and professional growth as our longer-term objective is to train the next generation of leaders
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