Software Engineer, Payments Platform at Airwallex - Amsterdam

About Airwallex

Airwallex is the leading unified payments and financial platform for global businesses. We empower over 200,000 businesses worldwide with fully integrated solutions to manage everything from business accounts, payments, spend management and treasury, to embedded finance at a global scale. With a team of over 2,000 people across 26 offices globally, we are backed by world-leading investors and valued at US$8 billion. Join us in building the future of global banking.

Role Overview

We are seeking a talented and passionate Software Engineer to join our Payments Platform team in Amsterdam. In this role, you will be instrumental in developing and maintaining our international payments infrastructure, focusing on building robust, scalable, and secure payment systems. You will collaborate with a team of experienced engineers and product managers to deliver innovative solutions that meet the needs of our global customer base. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a rapidly growing fintech company and make a significant impact on the future of global payments.

A Day in the Life

As a Software Engineer in our Payments Platform team, your day-to-day activities may include:

• Designing, developing, and testing REST services and integration components within a backend microservices architecture.
• Collaborating with the product team to understand requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
• Participating in code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to best practices.
• Writing unit and integration tests to ensure the reliability and performance of the system.
• Troubleshooting and resolving issues in production environments.
• Contributing to the development of technical documentation.
• Conducting architectural reviews for current and upcoming solutions.
• Addressing tech debt and enhancing operational effectiveness.
• Staying up-to-date with the latest technologies and trends in the payments industry.

Why Amsterdam?

Amsterdam is a vibrant and international city, known for its high quality of life, thriving tech industry, and diverse culture. Airwallex's Amsterdam office is a hub for innovation and collaboration, offering a dynamic and stimulating work environment. Located in the heart of Europe, Amsterdam provides easy access to other major cities and a wealth of cultural and recreational opportunities. The Netherlands also boasts a strong social safety net, excellent healthcare system, and a commitment to sustainability, making it an attractive place to live and work.

Career Path

At Airwallex, we are committed to providing our employees with opportunities for growth and development. As a Software Engineer, you can advance your career along several paths, including:

• Senior Software Engineer: Take on more complex projects and mentor junior engineers.
• Tech Lead: Lead a team of engineers and drive technical direction.
• Principal Engineer: Provide technical leadership and guidance across multiple teams.
• Engineering Manager: Manage a team of engineers and oversee project delivery.

We also offer opportunities to specialize in specific areas of payments technology, such as fraud prevention, security, or blockchain.

Salary & Benefits

Airwallex offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• Competitive salary and equity package.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Generous paid time off and holiday policy.
• Professional development opportunities and budget.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Flexible work arrangements (hybrid mode).
• Team-building events and social activities.
• Employee referral program.
• Company-sponsored meals and snacks.
• Commuter benefits.
• Wellness programs and resources.

Airwallex Culture

At Airwallex, we foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and ownership. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about solving complex problems, driven to achieve results, and committed to building a world-class payments platform. We value:

• Impact: We strive to make a meaningful impact on the world by empowering businesses to operate globally.
• Learning: We are constantly learning and growing, both individually and as a team.
• Ownership: We take ownership of our work and are accountable for our results.
• Collaboration: We work together to achieve common goals.
• Humility: We are humble and always willing to learn from others.

How to Apply

If you are interested in joining our team, please submit your resume and cover letter through our online application portal. We look forward to hearing from you!

FAQ

1. What is Airwallex?

   Airwallex is a global payments platform that helps businesses of all sizes manage their finances and operate globally.

2. What are the key responsibilities of a Software Engineer in the Payments Platform team?

   Designing, developing, and testing REST services and integration components; collaborating with the product team; participating in code reviews; writing unit and integration tests; troubleshooting and resolving issues.

3. What skills and qualifications are required for this role?

   1+ years of experience in contemporary engineering methodologies; proficiency in Java, Spring Framework, SQL, and NoSQL; knowledge of cloud technologies; understanding of Docker and Kubernetes; familiarity with Visa and Mastercard payment platforms; excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

4. What is the career path for a Software Engineer at Airwallex?

   Senior Software Engineer, Tech Lead, Principal Engineer, Engineering Manager.

5. What is the salary range for this role?

   The salary range for this role is competitive and commensurate with experience. Specific salary details will be discussed during the interview process.

6. What benefits does Airwallex offer?

   Competitive salary and equity package, comprehensive health insurance, generous paid time off, professional development opportunities, flexible work arrangements, and more.

7. What is the work environment like at Airwallex?

   Dynamic, collaborative, and innovative.

8. What is the company culture like at Airwallex?

   We foster a culture of impact, learning, ownership, collaboration, and humility.

9. Is this a remote position?

   This position is based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, and operates on a hybrid mode.

10. How do I apply for this role?

    Please submit your resume and cover letter through our online application portal.