Application Architect

Location: USA TX - Austin - 11902 Burnet Rd

Remote Type: Hybrid

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

Application Solution Architect – Austin, TX

Are you ready to help modernize a software engineering organization that develops products to connect millions of users globally? Are you interested in joining a globally diverse organization where our unique contributions are recognized and celebrated, allowing each of us to thrive? Then it’s time to join Western Union as an Application Solution Architect!

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Western Union will not sponsor applicants for work visas or future visas for this position.

Western Union powers your pursuit. 

In this role, you will lead the design and evolution of Western Union’s API platform, driving simplification, scalability, and innovation across business lines. You’ll collaborate with engineering, product, and business stakeholders to define architectural standards, guide implementation, and ensure alignment with strategic goals.

You will be working with a team of engineers with a broad range of responsibilities including all aspects of software engineering like requirements, understanding and validation, solution design detailed design, development, testing and software configuration management. Build products, systems, and services that are optimized, well organized and maintainable, and have high impact on our end users.

Role Responsibilities 

• Design and maintain architecture for scalable, reliable, and secure applications and services.
• Guide a cross-functional team of developers and production support team, providing direction, support, and mentorship.
• Collaborate with Product Managers, QA, DevOps, and UX to ensure smooth delivery.
• Drive engineering excellence through agile practices, code development, code reviews, and continuous improvement

Role Requirements 

• B.E/BTech/BS/MS/MCA in Computer Science or related field or equivalent work experience. 
• 5+ years of experience in software architecture and engineering. 
• Strong knowledge on modern architecture patterns (microservices, event-driven, cloud-native).
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and CI/CD tools.
• Proven experience leading engineering projects with strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to make critical decisions under pressure.
• Experience with distributed systems, API design, and data modeling.
• Exposure to Agile/Scrum methodologies and DevOps culture.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to stakeholders.
• Core Java, Spring and Spring Boot  

• In-depth knowledge of microservices architecture principles and design patterns. 
• Experience with containerization technologies, such as Docker, and orchestration tools like Kubernetes. 
• Experience with building RESTful APIs and event-driven systems. 
• Experience with CI/CD tools and practices (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI). 
• Strong understanding of database systems, both SQL (e.g., PostgreSQL) and NoSQL (e.g., MongoDB). 
• Experience with message brokers and streaming platforms like Apache Kafka. 
• API design and integration include REST, Soap, XML/JSON and Web API. 
• Experience in architecting applications in Java and related technologies  
• Experience with using latest engineering tools (eg. Jenkins, JIRA, Confluence, Git/Perforce). 
• Design and maintain architecture for scalable, reliable, and secure applications and services.
• Perform architecture reviews, proof-of-concepts, and design discussions across teams.
• Define and enforce coding standards, architectural guidelines, and best practices.
• Evaluate and recommend tools, frameworks, and technologies based on evolving business needs.
• Work with a cross-functional team of developers, providing direction, support, and mentorship.
• Collaborate with Product Managers, QA, DevOps, and UX to ensure smooth delivery.
• Drive engineering excellence through agile practices, code reviews, and continuous improvement.

We make financial services accessible to humans everywhere. Join us for what’s next. 

As part of the application process, all applicants are required to take assessments. Western Union has partnered with a 3rd party provider to administer these tests. Applicants will need to provide their name and email address in order to process the assessments. If you have any questions, you may reach out to [email protected]. 

We are passionate about honoring our employee's identity and fostering a feeling of belonging. Our commitment is to provide an inclusive culture that celebrates the unique backgrounds and perspectives of our global teams while reflecting the communities we serve. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, political affiliation, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status. The company will provide accommodation to applicants, including those with disabilities, during the recruitment process, following applicable laws. 

Salary

Annual base salary range is $130,000 - 155,000 USD per year.  Total on-target compensation includes a base salary and short-term incentives that align with individual and company performance. Actual salaries will vary based on candidates’ qualifications, skills, and competencies.

Benefits

You will also have access to short-term incentives, multiple health insurance options, accident and life insurance, and access to best-in-class development platforms, to name a few
(https://careers.westernunion.com/global-benefits/). Please see the location-specific benefits below and note that your Recruiter may share additional role-specific benefits during your interview process or in an offer of employment.

Your United States – Specific Benefits Include

• Paid Time Off  
• Medical, Dental and Life Insurance 
• Tuition Assistance Program 
• Student Loan Repayment (below manager level only) 
• Parental Leave 
• One day volunteer time off 
• $0 Money Transfer Fee Discount Code – Quarterly 
• Recognition Program “Game Changers” 
• Employee Discount Program 
• Global Adoption Assistance 
• Global Scholarship Awards Program 
• 401K plan  

Our Hybrid Work Model categorizes each role into one of three categories. Western Union has determined the category of this role to be Hybrid. This is defined as a flexible working arrangement that enables employees to divide their time between working from home and working from an office location. The expectation is to work from the office a minimum of three days a week. 

For residents of Colorado, California, Connecticut, Delaware, Minnesota, and Pennsylvania: Please do not respond to any questions on this initial application that may seek age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You may also redact this information from any materials you submit during the application process. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.”

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This application window is a good-faith estimate of the time that this posting will remain open. This posting will be promptly updated if the deadline is extended or the role is filled.