Senior Software Engineer, Embedded Accounting, Platform API/SDK

Xero, a leading platform in small business accounting, is seeking a Senior Software Engineer for their US Product division to spearhead the development of platform APIs and SDKs. This role is crucial for enabling external platform partners to embed accounting experiences into their applications while maintaining seamless internal connectivity.

The position offers an opportunity to work on key strategic initiatives aimed at sustainable growth in the United States market. As a senior engineer, you'll be responsible for leading technical design and implementation, collaborating across teams, and driving the development of complex platform solutions. The role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, requiring expertise in building sustainable and scalable platforms.

Working at Xero means joining a company with a strong human-first culture that values diversity, respect, and inclusion. The company offers an impressive benefits package including generous paid leave, comprehensive healthcare coverage, 401k matching, and 26 weeks of paid parental leave. The hybrid work environment provides flexibility while maintaining collaborative opportunities in their well-equipped offices.

The ideal candidate will bring 5+ years of platform development experience, strong programming skills in languages like Java or Go, and expertise in data processing and real-time streaming. This role offers the perfect blend of technical challenge and leadership opportunity, allowing you to make a significant impact on products that help small businesses thrive.

If you're passionate about creating innovative solutions, leading technical teams, and building APIs that power the future of small business accounting, this role at Xero presents an excellent opportunity to advance your career while contributing to meaningful business solutions.