Senior Software Engineering Manager Full Time Jobs

Full Job Description

Careem is building the Everything App for the Middle East, making everyday life simpler by offering services such as ride-hailing, food and grocery delivery, digital payments, and more. Since its launch in 2012, Careem has empowered over 2.5 million Captains, improved the lives of 70+ million customers, and provided a thriving platform for entrepreneurs and top talent across the region. Today, Careem operates in 70+ cities across 10 countries, from Morocco to Pakistan, with a mission to create impact and inspire innovation.

About the Team

The Careem NextGen Programme is designed to nurture the next generation of engineers through a structured learning experience focused on Clean Code, SOLID design principles, and scalable system architecture. This programme covers all areas of engineering, including:

• Backend & Frontend Development
• Mobile & Web Engineering
• Data Analysis & MLOps
• Infrastructure & Cybersecurity
• Quality Assurance (QA)

Our goal is to instill engineering excellence from day one, preparing engineers to thrive in fast-paced, real-world projects.

About the Role

We are looking for a Senior Software Engineering Manager to lead, mentor, and inspire a team of talented engineers and graduates within the NextGen Programme. This leadership role is critical in shaping technical growth, driving distributed system development, and fostering a culture of continuous learning and excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor engineers within the NextGen Programme, ensuring high-quality delivery and technical excellence.
• Design, build, and scale distributed systems within a microservices architecture.
• Guide engineers in Clean Code, SOLID principles, and test-driven development (TDD).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve technical challenges and enhance engineering efficiency.
• Partner with senior leadership to define the technical roadmap and improve programme structure.
• Build a strong culture of accountability, learning, and collaboration across the engineering team.
• Provide regular feedback, coaching, and support to nurture talent and strengthen team performance.

What You’ll Need

• 10+ years of software development experience with at least 3 years in engineering leadership or management.
• Strong background in data structures, algorithms, OOP, and software design.
• Proficiency in one or more languages: Java, Go, Python, or .NET.
• Proven experience designing and scaling distributed systems.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• Demonstrated ability to grow, mentor, and inspire engineering teams.
• Passion for building people, improving development processes, and driving engineering excellence.

Why Join Careem?

• Be part of a mission-driven company building the Everything App for the Middle East.
• Work on high-impact distributed systems that power millions of user interactions daily.
• Grow in a culture that values learning, innovation, and leadership development.
• Collaborate with talented engineers across multiple domains and geographies.