Head of Engineering, Field Verification

Moniepoint · IT

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Full TimePosted Sep 10, 2026

Source: Moniepoint

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Limited to: Nigeria — no hybrid days in this listing.

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Employment type
Full Time
Experience level
Head

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Original employer: MoniepointSource ATS: MoniepointJob status: Active

Moniepoint is seeking a Head of Engineering to lead the Field Verification platform, an essential system for their KYC and onboarding processes, operating as a fully remote role within Nigeria.

In this newly created leadership position, you will own the technical strategy, roadmap, and organizational growth for a platform that coordinates physical verification checks across millions of users. You will shift the system from maintenance-focused operation to prioritized development, including optimizing logistics for field officers, building native mobile experiences, and preparing the infrastructure for international expansion.

Why You’ll Love This Role

Remote location in Nigeria
Head-level leadership role
Focus on field verification infrastructure
Greenfield engineering mandate
Fintech industry impact

What You’ll Bring

10+ Years of overall software engineering experience
Substantial hands-on production engineering with backend depth
5+ Years of engineering leadership experience including managing Engineering Managers
Proficiency across backend, web, and mobile disciplines
Ability to translate operational requirements into engineering solutions

What You’ll Get

Benefits not specified in the listing

About the Company

Moniepoint is an all-in-one financial platform in Africa that provides payments, banking, credit, and business management tools. They serve 20 million businesses and individuals and process over $250 billion in annual transaction value.

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