Data Engineer

About the role

Moniepoint Inc. is looking for a Data Engineer to join its fast‑growing fintech team. You will help build and optimise the data infrastructure that powers millions of payments and financial services across Africa.

Key responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain robust data pipelines that process large volumes of transactional data.
• Update and optimise the data platform for speed, scalability, and cost efficiency.
• Collaborate with product, analytics, and engineering teams to understand and fulfil their data requirements.
• Create tools and processes to monitor model performance and ensure data accuracy.
• Identify and resolve general data‑related challenges.

Required profile

• 5+ years of experience as a Data Engineer (or equivalent achievements).
• Strong problem‑solving abilities and excellent written and verbal communication.
• Advanced proficiency in SQL and Python.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as Google Cloud, AWS, or Azure.
• Familiarity with version‑control systems, especially Git.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field.

Required skills

• SQL
• Python
• Google Cloud Platform
• Amazon Web Services (AWS)
• Microsoft Azure
• Git

What we offer

• A people‑first culture that values well‑being, inclusivity, and open communication.
• Continuous learning environment with regular technical talks, training, and knowledge‑sharing sessions.
• Competitive compensation package including salary, pension, health insurance, annual bonus, and additional benefits.