The Staff Software Engineer will own the technical strategy, architecture, and roadmap for the Payment Rails infrastructure. This role involves designing fault-tolerant, high-reliability distributed systems that process significant transaction volumes. The engineer will lead scaling initiatives and establish design patterns to elevate technical quality across the organization. Additionally, the position requires driving an AI-first approach to engineering workflows to improve operational efficiency. The role also entails partnering with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions while maintaining safety and compliance standards.

Candidates must possess at least 8 years of software engineering experience, specifically in building payment systems, financial infrastructure, or high-volume transactional systems. Applicants are required to demonstrate a track record of architecting fault-tolerant, highly reliable distributed systems at scale. The role necessitates a platform-builder mindset, strong operational excellence in production reliability, and a history of collaborative leadership. Furthermore, candidates must demonstrate the ability to responsibly use generative AI tools and copilots in daily workflows. No specific degree or professional qualification is explicitly mentioned.