Associate Software Engineer - UAE Nationals

About the Client We are sourcing on behalf of Alpheya, a B2B WealthTech startup based in Abu Dhabi and backed by BNY Mellon and Lunate. The company has raised $300M to build a state of the art wealth technology platform. Their mission is to power and grow their clients’ Wealth franchises through differentiated experiences, financial solutions, and insights. Their digital wealth management platform will enable banks and other financial institutions in the Middle East to grow and further penetrate affluent, HNW and UHNW investor segments. While still leveraging the capabilities and knowledge of large organizations, this fintech is a startup with truly cross-functional and agile teams. Responsibilities • Learn and contribute to software development across our technology stack through hands-on projects and mentored assignments • Collaborate with experienced engineers to understand best practices in software development • Write clean, documented code while receiving guidance from senior team members • Participate in code reviews to learn from feedback and understand quality standards • Assist in testing and debugging of applications • Document your work and contribute to technical documentation • Take part in team meetings and agile ceremonies to understand our development process Our Current Tech Stack • Frontend: Next.js • Backend: Node.js (experience layer), Go (system layer), Python (AI) • APIs: GraphQL, gRPC • Other technologies: PostgreSQL, Kubernetes, Flux, Azure, Github Required Qualifications • Basic programming knowledge in any modern programming language • Eagerness to learn and ability to adapt to new technologies • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail • Good communication skills and ability to work in a team environment • Interest in software development best practices and coding standards • Basic understanding of version control systems (e.g., Git) Nice to have: • Familiarity with any of the following: JavaScript/TypeScript, Python, or Go • Previous project experience (personal, academic, or professional) • Interest in fintech, banking, or wealth management ----- By applying to this position, you are granting us permission to process your CV and keep your profile on file for consideration for this and future opportunities.