Senior Java Engineer

Summary

Join Zepz, a leading global remittance company, and become a Senior Software Engineer in the Payments Domain. You will architect and expand our offerings, contributing to the development of new products that redefine cross-border finance. This role involves building and extending cutting-edge APIs (GraphQL, gRPC), driving operational efficiency through automation, and integrating external partners. You will also innovate by crafting internal tooling to empower the Operations team. The work is fast-paced, involving short sprints and full ownership of solutions from concept to production. Zepz offers a remote-first work environment and a comprehensive benefits package including unlimited annual leave, private medical cover, retirement plans, life assurance, and parental leave.

Requirements

• Experience in building Java and/or Kotlin solutions for scalable systems microservices systems
• Good understanding of various APIs technologies and goals they fulfill (graphQL, gRPC)
• Java Spring working experience
• Ability to analyze and optimize system performance, identifying and addressing bottlenecks and architectural limitations
• At least a working understanding of cloud infrastructure based on AWS
• Experience in designing and implementing monitoring dashboards for system health and performance
• Comfortable building effective relationships with stakeholders outside of technology
• Some experience with AI assisted coding (reviews, tests, comments) tools like Github Co-Pilot
• An open mind with respect to diversity and inclusivity

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain Java and/or Kotlin solutions for scalable microservices systems
• Design and implement cutting-edge APIs using GraphQL and gRPC
• Drive operational efficiency by automating complex processes using our Business Process Management platform
• Integrate pivotal external partners into our global payment flow
• Develop internal tooling to empower the Operations team and enhance customer support
• Contribute to new feature development, implementing robust monitoring and alerting systems
• Integrate with advanced security platforms for proactive threat detection

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Python or React
• Prior experience in building AI Agents
• A strong eagerness to learn new technologies and skills while advancing mastery in Java/Kotlin microservices

Benefits

• Unlimited Annual Leave
• Private Medical Cover
• Retirement plans
• Life Assurance
• Parental Leave
• Remote-first work environment