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Senior Software Engineer: Backend

MoneyGram · United States · 1 wk ago
RemoteRemoteEngineeringFull-time

At MoneyGram, we're combining the strength of a trusted global brand with the agility of a tech-forward, growth-driven culture. With 80+ years of experience and a presence in more than 200 countries and territories, we've built a foundation of stability and trust to help millions of people around the world send funds quickly, securely, and affordably. We're looking for bold thinkers, builders, technologists, and sellers who want real ownership of their work, thrive in collaborative environments, and are energized by solving complex challenges. Here, you'll have the opportunity to make a measurable impact—fast.

About the Role

We are looking for a highly motivated Senior Software Engineer to join the MoneyGram core transaction and API development team. You will play a key role in building scalable, high-performance, and secure services while mentoring junior engineers and influencing technical direction. The ideal candidate is a strong problem-solver with expertise in Java, distributed systems, APIs, databases, and cloud-native technologies.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and implementation of complex technical solutions, translating business requirements into scalable and maintainable architectures.
  • Contribute to and influence system architecture, microservices design, API design, event-driven architecture, and integration patterns.
  • Operate effectively across architecture, implementation, delivery, and operational excellence working as part of a team in an agile environment, providing extreme ownership in what you do.
  • Work closely with product managers, engineers, and QA to deliver end-to-end solutions.
  • Automate repeated test, build, and deploy procedures.
  • Drive engineering best practices and coding standards.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
  • 10+ years of backend engineering experience with a focus on Java.
  • Strong expertise in Spring Boot, RESTful services, SOAP, WebSphere, and microservices architecture.
  • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure).
  • Proficiency with CI/CD pipelines, Git, Docker, and Kubernetes.
  • Experience with messaging platforms (Kafka, RabbitMQ, etc.).
  • Experience with product management processes and tools (Agile methods, Kanban, etc.).
  • Problem solver who can tackle complex technical challenges.
  • Experience using AI-assisted development tools such as Claude, Cursor, or Augment AI to accelerate coding, testing, documentation, and troubleshooting.
  • Experience leading the design, development, and implementation of complex systems.
  • Experience with Unit Testing (JUnit, Mockito, Groovy).
  • Experience with Cloud Development, Deployment, and Maintenance (AWS, GCP).
  • Knowledge/Experience with Relational Database, NoSQL (Couchbase, MongoDB) and database optimization.

MoneyGram does not sponsor US work authorizations for this job position including H-1Bs, O-1, and TN. MoneyGram also does not hire F-1s working on EAD for this position.

Benefits

  • Remote-first flexibility
  • Generous PTO
  • 13 Paid Holidays
  • Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance
  • Life, Disability, and other benefits
  • 401k with competitive Employer Match
  • Community Service Days
  • Generous Parental Leave

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