Staff Backend Engineer

b_labs is the transformation and digitization arm of B.TECH, on a mission to change the industry as we know it. We spearhead tech innovation at B.TECH, an organization that has been a cornerstone of the Egyptian retail industry. We are the engine powering B.TECH in achieving its goal of becoming the leading omni-channel platform for consumer electronics and appliances in Egypt. By joining b labs, you will get to benefit from a collaborative startup environment, while also enjoying the stability of working within a company that has achieved strong growth year after year. You will be part of a visionary, customer-focused team with an ambitious mission--to become a trailblazer for digital retail within the Middle East.

Responsibilities

• Architect, design, develop, and deploy secure, scalable, and performant backend systems using TypeScript and related technologies (Node.js, Express.js, etc.)
• Collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and frontend engineers to understand requirements and translate them into elegant technical solutions
• Lead by example, mentoring junior engineers, conducting code reviews, and fostering a culture of knowledge sharing within the team
• Stay at the forefront of the TypeScript and backend development landscape, actively seeking out and implementing best practices
• Troubleshoot and debug complex backend issues, ensuring smooth operation and high performance
• Write clean, well-documented, and maintainable code that promotes long-term system health
• Develop and maintain unit and integration tests for backend services
• Champion a DevOps mindset, actively participating in the software development lifecycle (SDLC)

Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 6+ years of experience as a backend engineer with a strong focus on TypeScript development
• Proven experience in designing, building, and deploying large-scale backend systems
• In-depth knowledge of TypeScript syntax, features, and best practices
• Experience with Node.js, Express.js, or similar frameworks is a must
• Experience with relational databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Cassandra) a plus
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) a plus
• Solid understanding of DevOps principles and practices
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of complex tasks
• A passion for building high-quality, maintainable software

Benefits:
Office environment: When you come to our b_labs office, you'll find creative workspaces, a well-equipped kitchen, and an open design to foster collaboration between teams.

Education budget: We believe the learning journey never ends, therefore you will be entitled to an annual education budget to take part in trainings, courses or onsite conferences of your choice.

Flexibility: You know best whether you want to work from home or in the office. However, if you want to join your teammates onsite, we will subsidize the costs for lunch to foster the b_labs office community

Mobility package: When you are joining the b_labs office, we will subsidize your mobility expenses for public transport.

Equipment: From "Day 1" you will receive all the equipment you need be successful at work. Therefore, you can choose your laptop and get all the tools you need to stay on top of your game.