Staff Software Engineer, Cards & Spend Management

Airwallex, valued at US$5.6 billion, is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join their Cards & Spend Management team in San Francisco. This role is crucial in revolutionizing how businesses issue credit cards and manage expenses. As a technically strong engineer with leadership skills, you'll lead multiple engineering streamlines within the Budget and Expense Management team.

The position requires expertise in Java/Kotlin and distributed systems, working at the intersection of backend infrastructure and customer-facing applications. You'll be managing systems handling millions of transactions, requiring both technical excellence and business acumen. The role offers competitive compensation ($160.3K – $274.8K) plus equity and commission.

Airwallex, with over 1,500 employees across 20+ global offices, is backed by top investors including Sequoia and Mastercard. The company serves 100,000+ businesses worldwide, including prominent names like Brex, Rippling, and SHEIN. This role offers an opportunity to work on cutting-edge financial technology while leading technical initiatives and mentoring teams.

The position comes with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k), disability coverage, and generous PTO. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of experience, strong CS fundamentals, and experience with modern engineering practices. Knowledge of cloud platforms (GCP/AWS) and FinTech experience are valuable assets.