Fresh Jobs at Kuda Bank

Role Overview

• We are looking for a result-driven and analytical software engineer to work on our Android mobile application. S/he will use his or her understanding of programming tools and languages to analyze current codes, formulate more efficient processes, solve problems and create a fantastic experience for users.

Roles and responsibilities

• Design and build advanced applications for the Android platform
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features
• Work with outside data sources and APIs
• Unit-test code for robustness, including edge cases, usability, and general reliability
• Work on bug fixing and improving application performance
• Continuously discover, evaluate, and implement new technologies to maximize development efficiency

Requirements

• BS/MS degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related subject
• Proven software development experience and Android skills development
• Proven working experience in Android app development and
• Have published at least one original Android app
• Experience with Android SDK
• Experience working with remote data via REST and JSON
• Experience with third-party libraries and APIs
• Working knowledge of the general mobile landscape, architectures, trends, and emerging technologies
• Solid understanding of the full mobile development life cycle.

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Role Overview

• We are looking for a skilled Partnerships Manager - Consumer to drive the growth of Kuda Premium by negotiating and closing high-impact, mutually beneficial partnerships. This role is critical in expanding our network of merchant partners and delivering exclusive value to our premium customers.
• The ideal candidate will be a strategic dealmaker with a proven ability to identify, negotiate, and execute partnerships that enhance customer engagement and revenue growth. They will be responsible for sourcing and structuring partnerships, optimizing incentive-driven programs such as cashback and rewards, and ensuring seamless integrations that maximize value for both Kuda and its partners.
• Success in this role requires a strong commercial mindset, deep experience in strategic partnerships, and the ability to navigate complex negotiations to secure long-term, profitable collaborations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic partnership initiatives to drive business growth, with a primary focus on securing and managing merchant partnerships in the retail, entertainment, and lifestyle sectors.
• Identify, evaluate, and prioritize new partnership opportunities by leveraging market research, industry trends, competitive analysis, and customer insights.
• Lead negotiations and structure commercially viable deals with both new and existing partners, ensuring the creation of mutually beneficial co-branding, cashback, and incentive-driven initiatives to enhance customer engagement and loyalty.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams, including product, marketing, technology, legal, and finance, to ensure smooth execution and integration of partnerships.
• Build and maintain relationships with key decision-makers within partner organizations to foster long-term strategic alliances and ensure seamless ongoing operations.
• Monitor and analyze the competitive landscape, using insights to refine partnership strategies and drive continuous business growth.
• Oversee the design and execution of contracts, service-level agreements (SLAs), and performance metrics to ensure partnerships deliver maximum value.
• Track and report on partnership performance, providing data-driven recommendations to optimize results and scale initiatives effectively.
• Lead and scale the partnership function by recruiting, mentoring, and managing a team of business development and account management professionals to support the teams expansion efforts.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years in strategic partnerships, with at least 3 years in a managerial role, focusing on high-value deals in retail, entertainment, and lifestyle sectors.
• Proven ability to negotiate and execute commercially viable partnerships, including co-branding, cashback, and incentive-driven programs.
• Skilled in tracking partnership performance, leveraging key metrics, market research, and industry trends to optimise strategies and enhance customer engagement.
• Strong capability to lead, mentor, and scale business development and account management teams, driving the expansion of Kuda Premium’s partnerships.
• Prior experience in Tech, Fintech, Financial Services, Entertainment, Lifestyle on Retail industry