Software Engineer

1 week ago

Nairobi West ward Nairobi County, Kenya Hubitable Full time 1,000,000 - 3,000,000 per year

About Hubitable

At Hubitable, we're revolutionizing the world of dieting by empowering individuals to stick with their meal plans even under tight schedules. Our innovative platform helps customers find organic ingredients as well as professional chef services so they don't have to worry about meal prepping or ingredient sourcing for their diet plans. We leverage technology in ensuring high quality chef services for users, transparency and reliability. Join us in building healthy lifestyles in Nairobi

The Role

We're seeking a talented Back-End Software Engineer to join Hubitable in a full-time, on-site role based in Nairobi, Museum Hill. In this pivotal position, you'll architect and build the robust, scalable back-end systems that power Hubitable's engagement features—handling everything from real-time customer orders to secure payment integrations and data-driven personalization. This isn't just coding; it's crafting technology that brings convenience to health-aware individuals and offer chefs the tools to turn passion into profit.

Day-to-Day Highlights:

  • Design, develop, and optimize RESTful APIs and microservices using modern back-end technologies (e.g., , Python/Django, Docker Swarm).

  • Integrate third-party services like payment gateways (e.g., M-Pesa, Stripe) and real-time databases (e.g., MongoDB, PostgreSQL).

  • Write clean (Preferably familiar with DDD software practises), testable code; conduct code reviews; and automate CI/CD pipelines to ensure rock-solid reliability.

What We're Looking For

We're excited to hear from developers who
thrive in startups
: self-starters with a hacker mindset, a mind for innovation, and ability to turn complex problems into elegant solutions.

  • Technical Prowess: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent experience. 2+ years of professional back-end development, with hands-on expertise in algorithms, data structures, and OOP principles (e.g., building scalable web apps).

  • Problem-Solving Skills: Proven track record of tackling real-world challenges (e.g Hackathons, Open-Source projects) —like optimizing query performance or securing sensitive user data.

  • Tech Savvy: Familiarity with cloud platforms and containerization (Docker/Kubernetes).

  • Soft Skills That Scale: Good communication skills; Adaptability in a fast-paced startup; and a collaborative spirit that values diverse perspectives.

  • Bonus Vibes: Open-source contributions, side projects in sports apps, or fluency in tech tools (e.g., integrating local APIs).

How to Apply [Don't Send me your Resume]

Ready to score with Hubitable? Send an email following the below format:

  • Two Paragraphs on background & why you're interested in the role:

  • GitHub Profile Link:

  • Highlight up to 5 projects you'd like us to consider

  • StackOverflow Link [Optional but Highly Recommended]:

  • Leetcode Link [Optional but Highly Recommended]:

  • Huggingface Link [Optional but Highly Recommended]:

Send email to with "Software Engineer – [Your Name]" in the subject.

  • We're reviewing applications on a rolling basis and aim to respond within 48 hours. Let's build a healthy future together

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