Fullstack Engineer

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 2000 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.

About The Role

We are looking for a skilled and experienced Full Stack Developer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will bring a mix of backend and frontend expertise, particularly with Node.js frameworks and React.js technologies.

What You'll Do

• Backend Development: Design, develop, and maintain robust backend systems using Node.js, Express.js, and NestJS.
• Frontend Integration: Collaborate with front-end developers to integrate user-facing elements with server logic.
• API Development: Architect and implement RESTful APIs to ensure seamless communication between frontend and backend systems.
• Performance Optimization: Enhance application performance and scalability using efficient coding, caching, and database optimizations.
• Database Management: Develop and maintain database schemas, queries, and data models, primarily using AWS RDS or similar technologies.
• Troubleshooting: Identify and resolve complex issues across the full technology stack, from frontend UI adjustments to backend service fixes.

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Backend Expertise: 2 to 3 years of professional experience with a strong focus on backend development using Node.js.
• Excellent problem-solving capabilities, analytical mindset, and attention to detail.
• Proficient in JavaScript, including ES6+ features.
• Experienced with Node.js frameworks like Express.js and NestJS.
• Skilled in frontend development with React.js and Next.js.
• Knowledgeable about AWS services, particularly RDS.
• Solid understanding of relational databases, SQL queries, and optimizations.
• Familiar with version control systems, such as Git.

• 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