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Sr. Software Engineer - Java

Early Warning

Scottsdale, AZ
Full Time
Senior
125k-140k
about 1 month ago

Job Description

About the Role

At Early Warning, we've powered and protected the U.S. financial system for over thirty years with cutting-edge solutions like Zelle, Paze, and more. As a trusted name in payments, we partner with thousands of institutions to increase access to financial services and protect transactions for hundreds of millions of consumers and small businesses. Positions are located in Scottsdale, San Francisco, Chicago, or New York with a hybrid work model. The company emphasizes secure software engineering, innovation, and large-scale challenges, primarily in a Java environment. Engineering teams work on core capabilities behind customer-facing APIs and integrations, collaborating with stakeholders to drive innovation and protect system integrity.

Key Responsibilities

  • Participate in the discussion and implementation around complex capabilities.
  • Develop complex features and capabilities to enhance the Early Warning core product offerings.
  • Manage source code using Git.
  • Review and approve pull requests to ensure high code quality.
  • Query platform data using SQL-based databases.
  • Work on complex Java Web Services using Spring Boot.
  • Document complex details and decisions in Confluence.
  • Build automated tests alongside sprint work that are integrated into the CI/CD pipeline, considering environment variables and providing recommendations.
  • Troubleshoot complex bugs that may arise during development.
  • Support the company's commitment to risk management and data/system integrity.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, Computer Science Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
  • Minimum 5 years of direct experience in Software Engineering or related experience.
  • Proficiency with Git source control and Git flow branching model.
  • Experience with Spring / Spring Boot framework.
  • Familiarity with modern DevOps practices.
  • Experience writing automated tests.
  • Proficiency with SQL.
  • Proficiency in RESTful service design.
  • Experience with Docker/Kubernetes.
  • Experience with Kafka.
  • Excellent written and spoken communication skills.
  • Ability to perform essential functions and physical requirements with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice to Have

  • Experience with SOAP services.
  • Familiarity with data formats like XML, JSON, YAML.
  • NoSQL experience (Redis, HBASE, AeroSpike, etc.).
  • FinTech industry experience.

Benefits & Perks

  • Competitive medical (PPO/HDHP), dental, and vision plans with company contributions to HSA or FSA.
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with 100% Company Safe Harbor Match on the first 6% deferral.
  • Unlimited Paid Time Off for exempt employees, generous PTO for non-exempt employees, plus 11 paid holidays and a volunteer day.
  • 12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave.
  • Maven Family Planning support for parenting, fertility, adoption, surrogacy, pregnancy, postpartum, and returning to work.
  • Additional benefits and programs that are continuously being enhanced.

Working at Early Warning

Early Warning Services values ability, potential, and valid qualifications, promoting equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. The company emphasizes a collaborative environment, innovation, and large-scale problem solving, with a focus on secure and reliable financial technology solutions. They support diversity, inclusion, and legal workforce verification through programs like E-Verify.

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Job Details

Posted AtJun 28, 2025
Salary125k-140k
Job TypeFull Time
Work ModeHybrid
ExperienceSenior

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About Early Warning

Website

earlywarning.com

Company Size

251-500 employees

Location

Scottsdale, AZ

Industry

Financial Transactions Processing, Reserve, and Clearinghouse Activities

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