Staff Backend Engineer, Issuing Platform at Airwallex - Singapore

Role Overview

As a Staff Backend Engineer on the Issuing Platform team at Airwallex, you will be a key technical leader responsible for designing, building, and evolving the core systems that power our global card issuing and transaction processing capabilities. You will leverage your deep expertise in distributed systems, event-driven architectures, and cloud computing to deliver highly reliable, scalable, and secure solutions. Your impact will extend beyond individual contributions, as you will mentor other engineers, drive architectural improvements, and raise the engineering bar across teams.

A Day in the Life

Your day might start with a design review of a new feature for the transaction processing platform, followed by a deep dive into a performance bottleneck in the settlement system. You'll collaborate with other engineers to brainstorm solutions, write code, and deploy changes to production. You might also spend time mentoring junior engineers, reviewing code, or contributing to the development of engineering best practices. Communication with product managers and other stakeholders will be essential to ensure alignment on priorities and roadmap.

Why Singapore?

Singapore is a vibrant hub for technology and innovation, offering a thriving ecosystem for startups and established companies alike. As Airwallex continues to expand its presence in the Asia-Pacific region, Singapore plays a critical role in our global operations. Working in Singapore provides the opportunity to collaborate with a diverse team of talented individuals, gain exposure to cutting-edge technologies, and contribute to the growth of a dynamic company.

Career Path

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

• Principal Engineer: Focus on driving architectural vision and technical strategy across multiple teams.
• Engineering Manager: Lead and manage a team of engineers, providing guidance and mentorship.
• Architect: Specialize in system architecture, designing and implementing complex solutions that meet the needs of the business.

Salary & Benefits

Airwallex offers a competitive salary and benefits package that is designed to attract and retain top talent. While the exact salary for this role will depend on your experience and qualifications, the estimated range is $150,000 - $250,000 USD per year. In addition to salary, we offer comprehensive health insurance, generous paid time off, professional development opportunities, and other perks to support your well-being and career growth.

Airwallex Culture

At Airwallex, we value innovation, collaboration, and a passion for solving complex problems. We are a fast-paced, high-growth company that is constantly pushing the boundaries of what's possible. We believe in empowering our employees to take ownership of their work and make a real impact on the business. Our culture is built on a foundation of trust, respect, and a commitment to excellence.

How to Apply

If you are a talented and passionate backend engineer who is looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, we encourage you to apply for the Staff Backend Engineer, Issuing Platform role at Airwallex. To apply, 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 and financial platform for modern businesses, offering solutions for payments, treasury, and spend management.

2. What does the Issuing Platform team do?

   The Issuing Platform team builds and operates the core systems for card issuing, transaction processing, and settlement at global scale.

3. What technologies do you use?

   We use a variety of technologies, including Java, Go, distributed systems, event-driven architectures, cloud computing (AWS, GCP, Azure), and various database technologies.

4. What is the work environment like?

   We have a modern and collaborative workspace that encourages innovation and teamwork.

5. What are the growth opportunities?

   We offer a variety of career paths, including Principal Engineer, Engineering Manager, and Architect.

6. What are the benefits?

   We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

7. What are the key responsibilities of this role?

   The key responsibilities include designing, building, and operating highly reliable, scalable systems, leading the design of distributed systems, and driving architectural improvements.

8. What qualifications are required?

   A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, 8+ years of experience in backend software development, and strong proficiency in at least one modern programming language are required.

9. Is this role remote?

   This role is based in Singapore.

10. What is the interview process like?

    The interview process typically involves a phone screen, technical interviews, and a final interview with the hiring manager.