Airwallex

Staff Software Engineer, Developer Experience

Singapore

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Financial Technology, Payments, Financial ServicesIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess 10+ years of software engineering experience with a focus on API development, along with a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field. Strong communication and collaboration skills are required, as well as a solid understanding of RESTful API design principles and patterns. Experience with backend technologies, particularly Java or Kotlin with Spring/Spring Boot, is essential, alongside experience developing and maintaining automated tests and quality control processes. Evidence of working on high-volume distributed systems and strong cloud experience with GCP or AWS, including Docker and Kubernetes, is also needed.

Responsibilities

The Staff Software Engineer, Developer Experience will lead and develop next-in-class user and data analytics pipelines, ensuring APIs meet the highest standards and conventions. They will build world-class developer portals and documentation with AI as a core feature, contributing to open source and fostering a developer community. This role involves incorporating the latest technologies, developing external tools and services for customers, and collaborating with product, engineering, customer success, and technical support teams to refine and streamline the developer experience. Additionally, the engineer will contribute to the integration of observability tooling such as Splunk, NewRelic, Prometheus, and Grafana.

Skills

API development
RESTful API design
Java
Kotlin
Spring
Spring Boot
Automated testing
Distributed systems
Developer portal
Documentation
AI integration
Open source
Collaboration
Communication

Airwallex

Cross-border payment solutions for businesses

About Airwallex

Airwallex provides cross-border payment solutions for businesses of all sizes, including small to medium-sized enterprises and large corporations. The company offers a range of financial services such as multi-currency accounts, international money transfers, foreign exchange services, and payment gateway solutions. These services are designed to facilitate efficient and cost-effective international transactions. Airwallex uses advanced technology to ensure that these transactions are fast and secure. Unlike many competitors, Airwallex focuses on building financial infrastructure that supports the digital economy, allowing businesses to operate seamlessly across borders. The company's goal is to simplify global payments and make them accessible to businesses worldwide.

Eastern District, Hong KongHeadquarters
2015Year Founded
$877.4MTotal Funding
SERIES_ECompany Stage
FintechIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Hybrid Work Options
Employee Equity Programs

Risks

Increased competition from fintech startups could erode Airwallex's market share.
Regulatory scrutiny in Asia-Pacific, especially China, may impact Airwallex's operations.
Volatility in foreign exchange rates poses a risk to Airwallex's revenue streams.

Differentiation

Airwallex offers a comprehensive suite of cross-border payment solutions for businesses.
The company integrates financial services into platforms, enhancing customer experience and efficiency.
Airwallex's global presence with ten international offices supports its expansive service offerings.

Upsides

Airwallex reported an 83% revenue increase in APAC, showcasing strong regional growth.
The partnership with Carwow enhances Airwallex's visibility and operational efficiency in the UK.
Airwallex's expansion in EMEA with new offices boosts its international market presence.

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