Senior Software Developer– Austin, TX (Hybrid)

Are you motivated by a desire to solve challenging engineering problems? Are you interested in improving the customer experience, and utilizing your strengths to help build a great product? If so, why not consider joining Western Union as a Senior Software Developer.

Western Union powers your pursuit.

In this critical role, you will work with engineering and business partners to define and build out complex solutions driving value through business process simplification, innovation, and adoption of the right technologies to enhance product capabilities.

You will be working with a team is modernizing the Pricing platform across the entire business lines of Western Union and will be an enabler, influencer for the business strategy through its key deliverables. If you have a curious mindset, believe in continuous improvement and are looking for an opportunity to make a substantial impact, we should talk!

Key Responsibilities

• Building and implementing top-notch user interfaces using JavaScript and the Angular framework and Java frameworks.
• Writing efficient JavaScript code while also using HTML and CSS
• Writing efficient APIs while also using Spring and Java.
• Using the latest front-end and back-end technology, creating responsive interfaces and associated APIs.
• Demonstrate strong capabilities in assessing business needs while providing creative and effective solutions in conformance with emerging technology standards.
• Lead pricing solutioning end to end for new innovations with iterative improvements.
• Collaborate with peers, engineers, contractors, and cross functional teams across the globe.
• Strong emphasis on customer journey, product quality, performance, scalability, troubleshooting, and continuous development
• Be a culture champion on the team, guide, and mentor junior members of the team and across the company. 

Role Requirements

• BS in Computer Science or related fields with 5+ years of professional experience or MS with 3+ years of experience. Equivalent work experience in place of a degree is acceptable.
• Track records of successful software design and implementation
• Ability to communicate and evangelize design concepts to internal stakeholders and external partners.
• Excellent understanding of computer science fundamentals (like SOLID), data structures, algorithms, OOP, and best practices for data persistence/ data engineering.
• Demonstrated experience in contemporary design patterns.
• Hands-on experience in Angular, SPA framework, Java/J2EE, Spring boot, Web technologies, Postgres SQL, Playwright framework, Kafka, AWS or other cloud providers
• Experience with agile development methodologies with emphasis on Test Driven Development (TDD) and CI (Continuous Integration)/CD (Continuous Delivery)
• Experience in the Financial Services industry preferred.

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 $115,000 – 130,000 USD per year. Total on target compensation includes a base salary and short-term (15% of base) incentives that align 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:

08-30-2024

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.