Senior Node.JS Developer - Octopus by RTG (Remotely)

Who we are;

Octopus is proud to be part of the Robusta Technology Group (RTG), a leading tech group. With a decade of experience and a successful track record of delivering over 300 projects across Europe, the Middle East, and North America, RTG has established itself as a preferred employer in the Egyptian market. Octopus and Robusta are building a bridge between Europe and Africa, creating tailored hub solutions to connect companies with top talent across the globe.

Octopus is specialized in rapidly assembling remote & onsite global tech teams that are fully aligned with the culture and practices of a particular brand. By providing tailored hubs to suit its clients needs, Octopus gives companies all the advantages of remote work and offshoring without all the negatives.

You will be working with an Egypt-based grocery delivery startup, founded in 2017, rapidly grew from a local bakery service to a full-scale platform offering thousands of daily essentials delivered in under an hour. Backed by over $33M in funding, it operates across major Egyptian cities and is expanding regionally with a strong tech-driven supply chain.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Design and architect scalable software solutions.
• Collaborate with team members to develop and implement software solutions.
• Write technical specifications, tickets, and tasks for initiatives.
• Ship features regularly and ensure they meet high-quality standards.
• Lead big/multi-sprint projects and ensure they are completed on time and within budget.
• Participate in code reviews and ensure code is maintainable, scalable, and modular.
• Mentor more junior engineers and help them grow in their careers.
• Effectively communicate and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Simplify complex problems to avoid over-engineering while maintaining excellent quality.

Requirements

REQUIRED EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, AND SKILLS

• 4+ years of experience in a software engineering role.

• Expert in estimating effort for execution.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to lead big/multi-sprint projects and ensure deliverables are met.
• Proven experience in writing tech specs, tickets, and tasks.
• Ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical team members.
• Proactive and able to work independently.
• Great engineering mentor who can guide more junior engineers and help them grow.
• Strong understanding of software engineering principles and ability to simplify complex problems.

• Excellent team multiplier and collaborator who can handle cross-team communication effectively

Benefits

• Social and Medical Insurance
• Bi annual bonus