Staff Software Engineer, Payments Compliance

For our client, we are seeking a Staff Software Engineer Payments Compliance to join the team of a leader in the Business Services space. This role will lead technical initiatives focused on scalable systems, platform reliability, and meaningful business transformation. You will work across engineering, product, operations, and business stakeholders to translate complex requirements into practical technology solutions. The position offers the opportunity to influence architecture, execution quality, and the technology capabilities that enable long-term growth within a Business Services environment.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $212,000 – $265,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Lead development of compliance systems and drive their refinement
• Collaborate with technical leaders to design configurable compliance systems
• Work with cross-functional teams to define and deliver impactful features
• Engage with other engineering teams to provide holistic user solutions
• Mentor engineers and promote skill development across teams
• Advocate for improvements in engineering processes and technical foundations
• Identify patterns to facilitate development and enhance operational excellence

Qualifications

• 9+ years of industry experience in a fast-paced tech environment
• BS/MS/PhD in Computer Science, related field, or equivalent work experience
• Excellent communication skills for teamwork and cross-team collaboration
• Strong problem-solving abilities with prior experience in on-call production systems
• Hands-on technical leadership experience, particularly in setting direction and strategy
• Familiarity with Regulatory Compliance standards and implementation of controls is advantageous
• Proficiency in back-end server languages (Java/Ruby/Go/C++), HTML, CSS, and modern Javascript frameworks (React)

Benefits

• Remote work eligibility for U.S. candidates within registered the company states
• Potential for bonuses, equity packages, and Employee Travel Credits
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development through mentorship

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.