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Role Responsibilities As a Staff Software Engineer supporting the Global Bill Payments platform at Western Union, you are an Individual Contributor (IC) responsible for the architectural integrity and technical evolution of mission-critical systems. You will be a key technical leader shaping the architecture for future high-scale, mission-critical bill payments platform. You will combine deep hands-on engineering with architectural influence on design systems that are resilient, scalable, and built for global impact. This role offers the opportunity to drive technical direction, simplify complex legacy flows, and help build a modern, cloud-ready platform that supports customers across US and IST time zones. Lead the design and evolution of a simplified, high-performance, and globally scalable Bill Payments architectureDefine and influence architectural decisions across services, APIs, data flows, and infrastructure strategyDesign and implement microservices-based systems supporting high-volume, real-time financial transactionsPartner with engineers, product managers, and business stakeholders across global teams to deliver end-to-end solutionsAct as a trusted domain expert for Bill Payments, guiding technical direction and system evolutionImprove system reliability, performance, and scalability through deep technical analysis and hands-on optimizationEnsure architecture and implementations meet enterprise-grade standards for security, compliance, and resilienceTranslate complex business requirements into elegant, scalable, and maintainable technical solutionsChampion engineering best practices including CI/CD, automated testing, and modern Agile delivery practicesContribute to strengthening engineering culture through collaboration, mentorship, and technical leadershipExplore and evaluate emerging technologies, including AI-enabled development tools, to enhance engineering efficiency and system intelligence Role Requirements Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field with 8+ years of experience, or master’s degree with 6+ years of experienceStrong hands-on software engineering experience in Java/J2EE, frameworks such as Spring Boot,Strong hands-on experience with AWS, RDS, PostgresDeep expertise in computer science fundamentals including data structures, algorithms, OOP, and system designProven experience designing and delivering distributed, microservices-based architectures at scaleStrong experience with SQL databases, data modeling, and building reliable data-driven systemsHands-on experience building APIs, web services, and enterprise system integrations (XML/JSON)Solid experience with AWS cloud services and cloud‑native application designStrong experience with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing frameworks, and Test-Driven Development (TDD)Demonstrated ability to lead architecture design discussions and influence technical direction across teamsExperience working in Agile environments with iterative, fast-paced delivery cyclesStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to thrive in complex and ambiguous environmentsExperience collaborating across globally distributed engineering teams and time zonesAbility to operate effectively as a hands-on engineer while driving architectural strategy in an IC roleStrong communication skills with ability to influence and align technical and business stakeholdersHands-on experience using AI coding tools and agents to accelerate developmentAbility to write high-quality prompts and critically validate AI-generated outputJudgment on where automation helps vs. where human expertise is requiredAdvocates for developer productivity without compromising quality or safetyNice to have experience in financial services, payments, or highly regulated domainsNice to have experience with hybrid cloud architectureNice to have exposure to AI platforms, prompt engineering, explainable AI, or applied AI in enterprise engineering workflowsNice to have experience modernizing monolithic or legacy systems into cloud-native, distributed architectures*Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Western Union will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position. Work Shift HYBRID - Western Union values in-person collaboration, problem solving, and ideation whenever possible. We believe this fosters common ways of working and supports how we execute initiatives for our customers. The expectation is to work from the office a minimum of three days a week. Location: 11902 Burnet Rd., Suite 350, Austin, TX 78758 BENEFITS AND OTHER DETAILS Benefits You will also have access to short-term incentives, multiple health insurance options, accident and life insurance, and access to best-in-class development platforms, to name a few (https://careers.westernunion.com/global-benefits/). Please see the benefits below specific to your country. If applicable, additional role-specific benefits will be mentioned during your interview process or in an offer of employment. Your United States specific benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Tuition Assistance Program Employee Discount ProgramParental Leave 401K Plan For residents of Colorado, California, Connecticut, Delaware, Minnesota, and Pennsylvania: Please do not respond to any questions on this initial application that may seek age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You may also redact this information from any materials you submit during the application process. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. Salary The base salary range is $125,000 - $155,000 per year; total on-target earnings include a base salary and short-term incentives that align with individual and company performance. Actual salaries will vary based on candidates’ qualifications, skills, and competencies. Other Details As part of the application process, all applicants are required to take assessments. Western Union has partnered with a 3rd party provider to administer these tests. Applicants will need to provide their name and email address in order to process the assessments. If you have any questions, you may reach out to [email protected]. We are passionate about honoring our employee's identity and fostering a feeling of belonging. Our commitment is to provide an inclusive culture that celebrates the unique backgrounds and perspectives of our global teams while reflecting the communities we serve. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, political affiliation, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status. The company will provide accommodation to applicants, including those with disabilities, during the recruitment process, following applicable laws. Estimated Job Posting End Date: 07-06-2026This application window is a good-faith estimate of the time that this posting will remain open. This posting will be promptly updated if the deadline is extended or the role is filled. job perk: Posted At: 5 days ago, job perk: Schedule Type: Full-time