Tamara, a leading customer-centric financial super app, has launched its Builders Program, an initiative designed for students and early-career talent ready to kick-start their careers by gaining hands-on experience in a high-growth fintech environment. This program offers a chance to build from day one, solve complex problems, and shape the future of finance.
At a Glance
- Opportunity Type: Internship, Co-op, and Early-Career Talent Program
- For: Students seeking internships/co-ops and early-career talent with up to two years of experience.
- Key Benefits: Hands-on experience on real fintech projects, collaboration with mentors, career acceleration.
- Application Deadline: Ongoing (The program launches two cohorts annually).
- Location: Primarily Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with roles in Jeddah, Dammam, Dubai, Sharjah, and Abu Dhabi.
Builders Program Overview
The Builders Program is specifically designed for individuals who possess grit, passion, and curiosity, and who thrive on solving problems that lack a conventional playbook. Participants are integrated into real-world projects across various departments, gaining immediate ownership and collaborating with experienced mentors and industry experts. The goal is to nurture early talent into future leaders who can make an impact from day one.
Key Builder Paths
The program is currently recruiting across multiple departments, offering specialized paths for participants to choose from:
- Design (e.g., Associate Graphic Designer, Design/Research Operations Specialist)
- Engineering (e.g., Associate Product Engineer)
- Product Management (e.g., Associate Product Manager, Product Management Intern)
- Commercial/Revenue (e.g., Merchant Acquisition Specialist, Channel Partnership Associate)
- Data (e.g., Data Analyst)
- Business/Strategy (e.g., Corporate Strategy Associate, People Operations Associate)
Eligibility Criteria
The program targets two main groups of individuals who are ready to build:
- Students: Those seeking internship or co-op opportunities.
- Early-Career Talent: Individuals with up to two years of professional experience who are looking to accelerate their careers.
Key Dates and Schedule
The Builders Program runs two major cohorts annually, allowing for year-round entry opportunities:
- Cohort 1 Launch: January 2026
- Cohort 2 Launch: June 2026
Current Open Roles
Current openings are distributed across various functions and locations, offering a wide range of specialization:
| Department | Example Roles | Location |
| Marketing Communication | Associate Copy Writer (Arabic/English) | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia |
| User Experience – Design | Associate Graphic Designer, Design Operations Specialist | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia |
| Engineering | Associate Product Engineer | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia |
| Business Banking – Product | Associate Product Manager | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia |
| Revenue | Merchant Acquisition Specialist, In-store Operations Associate | Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, Dubai, Sharjah, Abu Dhabi |
| Risk | Compliance Associate | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia |
| CEO Office | Corporate Strategy Associate | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia |
| Personal Banking – Data | Data Analyst | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia |
How to Apply
If you are ready to leave your mark and build the future of fintech, explore the available roles today:
- Visit the official Tamara careers page for the Builders Program.
- Select the open role that best matches your path and aspirations.
- The program has two cohort launches in January and June 2026, so applying early is encouraged.
- Explore Open Roles: https://tamara.co/en-sa/careers?q=Builders%20Program
About Tamara
Tamara is a customer-centric financial technology company with a mission to build the most customer-centric financial super app in the world. As one of the Middle East’s leading Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) providers, Tamara operates across multiple offices with over 1,000 employees from 50 nationalities. Tamara Finance Company is a joint-stock Saudi company under the supervision and control of The Saudi Central Bank (SAMA).
Learn More: https://tamara.co/en-sa/careers/builders
