Staff Software Engineer Backend, Cards & Spend Management

Airwallex, valued at US$5.6 billion, is seeking a Staff Software Engineer Backend for their Cards & Spend Management team. This role is crucial in revolutionizing how businesses issue credit cards and manage expenses. As a technical leader, you'll be responsible for managing multiple engineering streamlines within the Budget and Expense Management team, working with distributed systems handling millions of transactions.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise with outstanding leadership skills and business acumen. You'll be working at the intersection of backend infrastructure and customer-facing applications, leading teams across global time zones, and providing technical guidance to US-based engineers.

The position requires extensive experience in modern engineering practices, with a focus on continuous integration and quality engineering. You'll be working with Java/Kotlin and Spring Boot, managing high-volume distributed systems, and utilizing various operational tools. Experience with cloud platforms (preferably GCP or AWS) and payment systems is highly valued.

Airwallex offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), equity, and various other perks. With a global team of over 1,700 professionals across 37 locations, you'll be joining a rapidly growing company backed by world-leading investors like Sequoia and Mastercard.

This role presents an exceptional opportunity to work on cutting-edge financial technology, leading technical initiatives that directly impact how businesses worldwide manage their expenses and credit cards. The position combines technical challenges with leadership responsibilities, making it ideal for someone who wants to drive both technical excellence and business success.