Manager, Software Engineering, Core Bank -Austin, TX (Hybrid)

Do you view core banking in the Retail Financial industry as more than just processing accounts, and instead see it as an opportunity to improve the digital banking customer experience? Do you have experience working with modern Core Banking systems and managing teams to deliver enhancements and implement banking clients? Are you ready for your next career at a company that envisions a culture of global unity and boundless connection? If so, consider joining Western Unions’ new Digital Banking hub in Miami as a Lead Software Solutions Engineer, Core Bank.

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.

Western Union powers your pursuit.

We recently launched digital banks and wallets in multiple global markets to enhance our customers’ experiences with a cutting-edge digital Ecosystem. As a Senior member of the Core Banking Engineering team, you will establish core digital banking and wallet solutions, and empower your team with ownership and agility to quickly respond to Core Banking enhancements, functionality issues, and the implementation of new branches/regions to ensure new digital banking capabilities are delivered quickly to the customers.

 

Role Responsibilities

• Lead work on innovative, actionable, and efficient technology solutions to drive Core Banking system implementations and enhancements in the assigned region.

• Demonstrate strong capabilities in assessing business needs while providing creative and effective solutions in conformance to emerging technology standards.

• Execute success through diligent planning, attention to detail, effective delegation, and efficient decision-making abilities.

• Interface and collaborate with other engineers in geographically distributed development centers.

• Strong emphasis on customer journey, product quality, performance tuning, troubleshooting, and continuous development

• Develop technical & domain expertise and apply in solving product challenges. 

• Estimate engineering efforts, plan implementation, and roll out applications with cross-functional and cross-regional impacts.

• Create high performing engineering teams through coaching, career development, and mentorship.

 

Role Requirements

• A minimum of 7+ years of professional experience in Software Engineering, specifically in the Core Banking space.

• A Bachelors degree in Engineering, IT, or relevant discipline is preferred. Other relevant Software Engineering experience in the Banking or FinTech industry will be considered.

• Experience implementing and customizing Core Bank systems with Mambu or similar systems like Tenemos Transact, Flexcube or Avaloq and others.

• Experience solving functional product needs by effectively leveraging the configuration capabilities of the underlying Core banking systems.

• Hands-on experience implementing and/or supporting Core Banking systems, especially in the Banking-as-a-Service landscape.

• Familiarity with integrations, APIs, and enterprise platforms like Java Spring Boot and MuleSoft.

• Ability to evaluate business needs and achieve alignment among stakeholders, with excellent verbal and written communication skills for managing both direct and indirect talent effectively.

• Strong technical skills in architecture patterns, solutions design, and integration development.

• Excellent understanding of computer science fundamentals, data structures, algorithms, OOPs, and OOA/D

• Hands-on experience building a microservices-based architecture and platform developed and deployed at scale.

 

We make financial services accessible to humans everywhere. Join us for what’s next.

Western Union is positioned to become the world’s most accessible financial services company — transforming lives and communities. To support this, we have launched a Digital Banking Service and Wallet across several European markets to enhance our customers’ experiences by offering a state-of-the-art digital Ecosystem. More than moving money, we design easy-to-use products and services for our digital and physical financial ecosystem that help our customers move forward.

Just as we help our global customers prosper, we support our employees in achieving their professional aspirations. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to learn new skills and build a career, as well as receive a great compensation package. If you’re ready to help drive the future of financial services, it’s time for Western Union. Learn more about our purpose and people at https://careers.westernunion.com/.

Salary

The base salary range is $130,000 - $160,000 USD per year. This role is also eligible to receive an annual bonus that aligns with individual and company performance. Actual salaries will vary based on candidates' qualifications, skills, and competencies.

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 location-specific benefits below and note that your Recruiter may share additional role-specific benefits during your interview process or in an offer of employment.

Your United States – specific benefits include:

• Family First Program

• Time off

• Medical, Dental and Life Insurance

• Tuition Assistance Program

• Parental Leave

Western Union values in-person collaboration, learning, and ideation whenever possible. We believe this creates value through common ways of working and supports the execution of enterprise objectives which will ultimately help us achieve our strategic goals. By connecting face-to-face, we are better able to learn from our peers, problem-solve together, and innovate.  

Our Hybrid Work Model categorizes each role into one of three categories. Western Union has determined the category of this role to be Hybrid. This is defined as a flexible working arrangement that enables employees to divide their time between working from home and working from an office location. The expectation is to work from the office a minimum of three days a week.

We are passionate about diversity. 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.

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Estimated Job Posting End Date:

09-30-2024

This 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.