Backend Engineer

About the company

Alaan is an AI-driven spend-management platform issuing physical and virtual cards with configurable limits and merchant controls, automating receipt matching, reconciliation, VAT extraction and integrating with Xero, QuickBooks, Microsoft Dynamics.

About this role

About the role As a Backend Developer, you will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining the server-side logic, database architecture, and APIs that power our products. You will collaborate closely with front-end developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to deliver scalable, high-performance systems that meet the needs of our business. What you'll do Develop and maintain backend systems and services to ensure optimal performance and scalability Design and implement RESTful APIs and microservices for our FinTech platform Collaborate with front-end developers and product managers to define, develop, and deliver features Write clean, reusable, and efficient code, following best practices Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing applications as needed Ensure the security and integrity of backend systems, data, and APIs Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to team members Monitor system performance and resolve production issues as they arise What we are looking for 2 to 4 years of experience in backend development - [JavaScript - Must Have] Proficiency in server-side programming languages such as Node.js, NestJS, Express, or Python Strong understanding of RESTful API design and development Experience with databases such as MySQL, MongoDB, or PostgreSQL, and data modeling Familiarity with cloud services like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, and DevOps tools such as Docker and Kubernetes Proficiency with version control systems like Git Understanding of software development best practices, including testing, security, and scalability Experience with caching tools such as Redis or Memcached Knowledge of unit testing frameworks like Mocha, Chai, Sinon, or Jest Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment Experience with microservices architecture Familiarity with fintech or payment systems Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment tools What's in it for you Contribute to building the Middle East’s most beloved fintech brand from the ground up Benefit from a role with significant ownership and accountability Thrive in a flexible hybrid culture with ample work-life balance Participate in exciting offsite events Competitive salary and equity Enjoy additional perks like travel allowances, gym memberships, and more About Alaan Alaan is the Middle East’s first AI-powered spend management platform, built to help businesses save time and money. Our all-in-one solution combines smart corporate cards, real-time expense tracking, AI-powered automation, seamless accounting integrations, and deep financial insights- designed to simplify finance operations and maximize control over company spend. Founded in 2022, Alaan is already the trusted partner of over 2,000 leading businesses across the UAE and KSA, including G42, Careem, McDonald’s, Tabby, Al Barari, Rove Hotels, Rivoli, and CarSwitch. Together, our customers have saved over AED 100 million with Alaan. In just three years, Alaan has become the #1 expense management platform in the Middle East- and we’ve done it while becoming profitable. Alaan is also backed by Y Combinator and top global investors, including Peak XV (formerly Sequoia India & SEA), and built by a world-class team with experience from McKinsey, BCG, Goldman Sachs, Careem, Rippling, and other high-growth companies. This creates an environment where employees learn from top-tier talent while building at startup speed. We’re not just building software. We’re reimagining how finance works for modern businesses across the region.