Staff Software Engineer

Overview

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We're Thredd - the issuer processor that turns ambitious businesses into digital payment pioneers. We combine world-class technology with human expertise to enable us and our partners to revolutionise the future of finance, together.

We're looking for a Staff Engineer to provide technical leadership and guidance to the engineering team to enable us to build the future of the payments processing industry. In this role you'll be a key contributor in developing software solutions and you'll leverage your extensive experience to architect and design robust, scalable, and maintainable systems. You'll be a great communicator and collaborate closely with product managers, designers and key stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions to market. You'll be responsible for solving complex technical problems, optimising performance, and ensuring code quality through rigorous testing and reviews.

If you are someone who enjoys having an impact, working on complex solutions and collaborating with an amazing team. Apply now!

What you'll do

• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers, setting high standards for technical excellence while fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Drive the successful delivery of complex projects, ensuring they meet business requirements and add value.
• Architect and develop robust, scalable, and maintainable software systems, addressing technical complexities.
• Effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Contribute to the technical vision and roadmap of the organization, driving innovation and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to the definition and execution of technical strategies, aligning them with organizational goals.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, product managers, and designers to deliver optimal solutions.
• Play a role in project planning, task prioritization, and resource allocation, ensuring timely delivery.
• Demonstrate expertise in multiple technical domains, and actively mentor others to improve their skills.

What you'll bring

• Proven experience as a Software Engineer, with extensive experience in software development and using Python.
• Strong proficiency as a full-stack developer, with main experience in Python.
• Extensive experience in designing and developing robust, scalable, and maintainable software systems.
• Solid understanding of software architecture principles, design patterns, and best practices.
• Demonstrated expertise in solving complex technical problems and implementing innovative solutions.
• Strong knowledge of software development methodologies, frameworks and tools such as Gitflow, Bitbucket (incl. pipelines), JIRA, Sonar, VSCode, etc.
• Experience with modern software development practices such as Agile, FDD, DevSecOps, and CI/CD.
• Excellent understanding of automated software testing principles and methodologies, including unit testing, integration testing, and automated testing.
• Strong experience working with Amazon Web Services (AWS) and their ecosystem, using cloud-native platforms, such as RDS, ECS, QLDB, DynamoDB, etc.
• Ability to optimise software performance and ensure scalability through efficient algorithms and code optimisations.
• Strong leadership skills with previous experience mentoring and coaching junior engineers.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
• Experience in driving technical vision, innovation, and continuous improvement in an organisation.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to quickly diagnose and resolve technical issues.

Where you'll work

Our working model varies depending on the specific role and team requirements. We strive to provide flexibility whilst ensuring that each position is best supported for optimal collaboration and performance.

This Staff Software Engineer requires you to be in the London office (Holborn) at least once a month.

About us

Thredd is the trusted next-gen payments partner for innovators looking to modernise their payments offering. Certified by Mastercard, Visa and in partnership with Diners & Discover, we process billions of debit, prepaid, and credit transactions annually, supporting consumer and corporate fintechs, digital banks, and embedded finance providers across the globe. Our unique offering is our client-centric approach, combining hands-on support with modern, reliable, and scalable technology.

Our assured solution accelerates the development and delivery of consumer and corporate payments components embedded within digital banks, as well as for expense management, B2B payments, crypto, lending, credit, Buy Now Pay Later, FX, remittance, and open banking innovators.

Since 2007, Thredd has enabled market leaders through our highly reliable, secure, and scalable platform and supported many of our clients' growth journeys - from early-stage startups through to globally recognized unicorns, including Monzo, Revolut, and Starling.

Diversity and Inclusion at Thredd

Here at Thredd, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and identities. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we would be happy to support you.

Our Values

Our values-driven culture is what unites our teams globally and drives our success. Here are what the values mean for you in this position:

• Own it and deliver - Taking responsibility for your own performance and being successful in your own role
• Collaborate purposefully - Building trusted relationships with colleagues, supporting activities and being successful together
• Think differently - Asking questions to check understanding and sharing your ideas to support continuous improvement
• Act courageously - Stepping out of your comfort zone and embracing change to help you learn and grow