The DreamDevs Programme is Moniepoint Inc.’s early-career engineering initiative designed to identify, train, and develop top technology talent across Africa. Based in Lagos, Nigeria, the programme targets recent university graduates who want to build real-world financial technology solutions while launching a career in software engineering.
About Moniepoint Inc.
Moniepoint Inc. is Africa’s all-in-one financial platform, supporting more than 20 million businesses and individuals with payments, banking, credit, cross-border transactions, and business management tools.
As Nigeria’s largest merchant acquirer, Moniepoint powers the majority of the country’s Point-of-Sale (POS) transactions and processes over $250 billion in annual digital payment value across its subsidiaries.
What is the DreamDevs Programme?
The DreamDevs Programme is a structured engineering training pathway created to groom high-potential graduates straight from university. Participants receive hands-on technical training, mentorship from experienced engineers, and exposure to real production-level projects that impact millions of users across Africa.
The DreamDevs Programme offer young Nigerian engineers a rare opportunity to transition from academic learning into high-impact fintech engineering. With mentorship, real projects, and exposure to one of Africa’s fastest-growing financial technology companies, the programme provides a strong foundation for a long-term career in tech.
The programme serves as a talent pipeline for Moniepoint’s engineering teams and provides outstanding trainees with the opportunity to continue their careers within the organisation.
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What Participants Will Gain
Successful candidates will benefit from:
- Hands-on experience in software development
- Exposure to real-world fintech engineering projects
- Mentorship from senior engineers and industry experts
- Practical training in modern engineering tools and workflows
- Opportunity to join Moniepoint after the programme
Key Responsibilities
As a DreamDevs Trainee, participants will:
- Take part in a structured engineering training programme
- Work on projects that address real challenges in finance and technology
- Collaborate with peers and mentors to deliver scalable solutions
- Continuously learn and apply new technologies
- Build strong problem-solving and software development skills
Who Can Apply?
The programme is open to:
Fresh Graduates
- Graduated within the last 1–2 years
- Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
- Minimum of Second Class Upper (2:1) degree
Ideal Candidates
- Strong problem-solving mindset
- Passion for technology and innovation
- Ability to work collaboratively in teams
- Willingness to learn and grow rapidly
Technical Requirements
Applicants should have:
- Basic knowledge of at least one programming language (Python, Java, JavaScript, etc.)
- Understanding of core software development principles
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
- Full commitment to the programme timeline and objectives
Nice-to-Have Skills
- Personal or academic software development projects
- Familiarity with version control tools such as Git
Application Process
The DreamDevs selection process includes:
- Application Submission – Apply online
- Online Coding Test – Shortlisted candidates complete a technical assessment
- In-Person Coding Challenge – Top performers demonstrate problem-solving skills
- Engineering Bootcamp – Finalists join an intensive bootcamp, preparing them for real-world engineering work
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