Senior Software Engineer, Backend - Financial Platform at Airwallex

Role Overview

As a Senior Software Engineer in the Ledger and Recon Platform team at Airwallex, you will play a pivotal role in building and scaling our core financial products. This team is critical to Airwallex's mission of providing seamless financial management solutions to global businesses. You will be responsible for engineering sophisticated and scalable backend systems to manage financial data and transactions efficiently and securely. Your expertise will help ensure accuracy, security, and innovation in our financial processes, and your understanding of accounting principles will facilitate effective collaboration with finance stakeholders.

A Day in the Life

Your day will involve a mix of coding, designing, collaborating, and problem-solving. You will:

• Engineer scalable backend systems using Java or Kotlin.
• Collaborate with product managers and designers to refine product features.
• Implement data integrity checks to ensure accuracy of financial data.
• Participate in code reviews to maintain code quality.
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues.
• Contribute to the design and architecture of new features.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance.

Why Shanghai?

Shanghai is a global financial hub and a center of technological innovation in China. Joining Airwallex in Shanghai offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, surrounded by talented engineers and industry leaders. Shanghai provides a unique blend of Eastern and Western cultures, offering a high quality of life with excellent dining, entertainment, and cultural experiences. Working in Shanghai allows you to contribute to a rapidly growing market and gain valuable experience in a global business environment.

Career Path

At Airwallex, we are committed to fostering the growth and development of our employees. As a Senior Software Engineer, you will have opportunities to advance your career in various directions. You can choose to deepen your technical expertise and become a Principal Engineer or Architect, leading the design and implementation of complex systems. Alternatively, you can move into a management role, leading and mentoring a team of engineers. We also offer opportunities to move into product management or other areas of the business, depending on your interests and skills.

Salary & Benefits

Airwallex offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• Competitive salary and equity.
• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Employee assistance program.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Generous parental leave.
• Company-sponsored events and activities.
• Wellness programs.
• Commuter benefits.
• Retirement plan.
• Stock options.

Airwallex Culture

At Airwallex, we value innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence. We hire successful builders with founder-like energy who want real impact, accelerated learning, and true ownership. You will be part of a team of talented and passionate individuals who are dedicated to building the future of global finance. We encourage our employees to take risks, experiment with new ideas, and learn from their mistakes. We foster a culture of continuous improvement and are always looking for ways to improve our products and processes.

How to Apply

If you are a talented and passionate Senior Software Engineer looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume and cover letter through our online application portal. Be sure to highlight your experience with backend development, financial systems, and data integrity.

FAQ

1. What technologies does Airwallex use for backend development?

   We primarily use Java and Kotlin for backend development, along with cloud technologies like AWS, GCP, and Azure. We also use SQL and NoSQL databases.

2. What is the interview process like?

   The interview process typically involves a phone screening, a technical interview, and a final interview with the hiring manager and team members. The technical interview may include coding challenges and system design questions.

3. What are the opportunities for professional development?

   We offer a variety of professional development opportunities, including training programs, conferences, and mentorship opportunities. We also encourage our employees to pursue certifications and other forms of professional development.

4. What is the work-life balance like at Airwallex?

   We strive to provide a healthy work-life balance for our employees. We offer flexible work arrangements and encourage employees to take time off when they need it.

5. What is the company culture like?

   We have a collaborative and inclusive work environment. We value innovation, creativity, and a commitment to excellence.

6. What is the team structure?

   The Ledger and Recon Platform team consists of software engineers, product managers, and designers. We work closely together to build and scale our financial products.

7. What are the expectations for this role?

   We expect you to be a self-starter who is able to work independently and as part of a team. You should be able to solve complex problems and communicate effectively with others.

8. What impact will I have in this role?

   You will have a significant impact on the success of Airwallex. You will be responsible for building and scaling our core financial products, which are critical to our mission of providing seamless financial management solutions to global businesses.

9. Are there opportunities to work on different projects?

   Yes, we encourage our employees to explore different areas of the business and work on a variety of projects. We offer opportunities to move into different teams and roles, depending on your interests and skills.

10. What kind of support will I receive?

    You will receive a great amount of support from your team, your manager, and the company as a whole. We are committed to providing our employees with the resources they need to succeed.