Head of Engineering, Payment Gateway

Moniepoint · Remote, Kenya · Remote · Full Time

• Posted 15 September 2026
• Closes 15 October 2026
• Data & Tech

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About the role

This is an executive-level engineering leadership role heading the payment gateway platform as the company expands into Kenya. The position requires a seasoned leader to oversee multiple engineering managers and direct the architecture of high-volume financial systems. Essential requirements include over a decade of software engineering experience, extensive hands-on Java expertise, and a proven track record managing managers within the fintech or payments sector.

Skills they are looking for

• Java
• System Architecture
• Payment Gateways
• Fintech
• Engineering Leadership
• API Design
• Distributed Systems
• People Management

Free courses that prepare you for this role

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