Principal Hands-On Software Architect

About the Team/Role

We are seeking a Principal Hands-On Software Architect in the WEX Corporate Payments Engineering organization. This role will collaboratively define a long-term strategic vision for the WEX Corporate Payments platforms, as well as work as a hands-on software engineer to help realize that vision throughout modernization and execution of initiatives. While this role will work across Corporate Payments Engineering as a whole, it will primarily focus on the Encompass platform applications. EnCompass is the customer facing user experience and technical integrations for Corporate Payments customers, including UIs, APIs, webhooks, and data streams.

How you’ll make an impact:

• Develop, drive and execute a long-term vision and strategy for the Corporate Payments cross-cutting and core services. 

• Own, define, and implement a comprehensive architectural roadmap for the EnCompass platform, aligning with business objectives, industry best practices, and Corporate Payments teams. 

• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, empowerment, and continuous learning within the engineering teams.

• Continuously challenge the status quo and implement mechanisms to reduce time-to-market using efficient engineering methods.

• Collaborate with other Corporate Payments engineering teams to reuse development practices and components to reduce duplication.

• Craft, lead, manage, and grow high-performance engineering teams. Hire, coach, promote, and retain high performers to achieve WEX goals.

• Work closely with product and commercial partners to drive, prioritize, and work backwards from the customer requirements and exceed expected outcomes.

• Establish a robust and clear engineering vision to maintain clarity and motivation for the engineering team. Maintain career growth plans and provide monthly and quarterly feedback for individuals’ continual progress.

Experience you'll bring:

• 8+ years of experience in software engineering, including modern application technologies and best practices

• Expertise in rapid development and deployment of internal and external services using cloud computing platforms such as AWS or Azure.

• Experience writing high-quality automation, including well-formed unit, component, and integration tests and an in-depth understanding of the test pyramid.

• Strong understanding of security and compliance requirements in cloud and data environments.

• Excellent leadership, team-building, and dynamic decision-making skills.

• Ability to deal with ambiguity and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience building applications in the finance space, such as credit card products, accounts receivables/payables, etc. 

• Experience working with geographically distributed teams

The base pay range represents the anticipated low and high end of the pay range for this position. Actual pay rates will vary and will be based on various factors, such as your qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role. Base pay is one component of WEX's total compensation package. Most sales positions are eligible for commission under the terms of an applicable plan. Non-sales roles are typically eligible for a quarterly or annual bonus based on their role and applicable plan. WEX's comprehensive and market competitive benefits are designed to support your personal and professional well-being. Benefits include health, dental and vision insurances, retirement savings plan, paid time off, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, and more. For more information, check out the "About Us" section.Pay Range: $158,000.00 - $210,000.00