Role Overview

Airwallex is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Staff Software Engineer to join our Developer Experience (DevX) team in Singapore. In this role, you will be instrumental in shaping the experience of developers using Airwallex's platform. You will lead the development of key initiatives, including building a next-in-class user and data analytics pipeline, ensuring our APIs adhere to the highest standards, creating a world-class developer portal with AI features, and contributing to open-source projects. Your contributions will directly impact the ease with which developers can integrate with Airwallex, build innovative solutions, and scale their businesses globally.

A Day in the Life

As a Staff Software Engineer on the DevX team, your day will be dynamic and involve a mix of coding, design, collaboration, and strategic planning. Here's a glimpse:

• Morning: Start with a team stand-up to discuss progress, roadblocks, and priorities. Dive into code, working on features for the developer portal or improving the performance of the analytics pipeline.
• Afternoon: Collaborate with product managers and other engineers to define API specifications and user flows. Participate in code reviews, providing feedback and ensuring code quality. Research and experiment with new technologies, such as AI tools, to enhance the developer experience.
• Evening: Contribute to open-source projects, write technical documentation, or attend online meetups to stay current with industry trends.

Why Singapore?

Singapore is a vibrant hub for technology and innovation, offering a unique blend of Eastern and Western cultures. It boasts a thriving startup ecosystem, world-class infrastructure, and a highly skilled workforce. Airwallex's presence in Singapore provides access to a diverse talent pool and a strategic location for serving the Asia-Pacific market. Living and working in Singapore offers a high quality of life, with excellent healthcare, education, and transportation systems.

Career Path

Airwallex is committed to the growth and development of its employees. As a Staff Software Engineer, you'll have opportunities to advance your career in several directions. You could progress into a Principal Engineer role, taking on more responsibility for architectural design and technical leadership. Alternatively, you could move into an Engineering Manager role, leading a team of engineers and driving the execution of key projects. Airwallex also encourages internal mobility, allowing you to explore different teams and technologies within the company.

Salary and Benefits

Airwallex offers a competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience. While the specific salary range for this role is not disclosed, a competitive market range for a Staff Software Engineer in Singapore with 10+ years of experience is estimated to be between $120,000 and $220,000 USD per year. Benefits include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Stock options
• Employee assistance program
• Wellness programs
• Commuter benefits
• Generous learning and development budget
• Team-building events and company-sponsored social events

Airwallex Culture

Airwallex fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, and ownership. We value individuals who are passionate about solving complex problems, are driven to make a real impact, and are committed to continuous learning. We encourage our employees to take risks, experiment with new ideas, and challenge the status quo. We believe in empowering our people to own their work and make decisions that drive the company forward.

How to Apply

If you are a highly skilled and motivated Staff Software Engineer with a passion for developer experience, we encourage you to apply! Please submit your resume and cover letter through the Airwallex careers page. Be sure to highlight your experience with API development, backend technologies, and building developer portals. We look forward to hearing from you!

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is Airwallex?

   Airwallex is a global payments and financial platform that empowers businesses to operate worldwide.

2. What does the Developer Experience (DevX) team do?

   The DevX team focuses on providing a seamless and intuitive experience for developers using Airwallex's platform.

3. What are the minimum qualifications for this role?

   10+ years of software engineering experience, a Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field, strong communication skills, and experience with API development.

4. What are the responsibilities of a Staff Software Engineer on the DevX team?

   Leading the development of user and data analytics pipelines, ensuring API standards, building a world-class developer portal, and contributing to open-source projects.

5. What technologies does Airwallex use?

   Airwallex uses a variety of technologies, including cloud computing platforms, microservices architecture, and modern programming languages.

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

   Opportunities to advance into roles such as Principal Engineer or Engineering Manager.

7. What is the salary range for this role?

   While the specific salary range is not disclosed, a competitive market range for a Staff Software Engineer in Singapore with 10+ years of experience is estimated to be between $120,000 and $220,000 USD per year.

8. What benefits does Airwallex offer?

   Health insurance, paid time off, stock options, and other benefits.

9. What is the culture like at Airwallex?

   A culture of innovation, collaboration, and ownership.

10. How do I apply for this role?

    Submit your resume and cover letter through the Airwallex careers page.