> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2691619-software-engineer-payments-and-finance-engineering](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2691619-software-engineer-payments-and-finance-engineering). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Engineer (Payments and Finance Engineering - **Company:** Apple Inc. - **Location:** Austin, TX, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Amazon Web Services, Data Stores, Distributed Systems, Java Virtual Machine (JVM), PostgreSQL, Enterprise Messaging Systems, MongoDB, NoSQL, SQL Databases, Event Driven Architecture, Information Technology, Apache Kafka, Docker - **Published:** September 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.themuse.com/jobs/apple/software-engineer-payments-and-finance-engineering ## About the Role We are looking for a team member with a strong foundation in computer science theory along with industry experience. In this role, you will envision, design, develop, and deliver components of a well integrated, distributed system that will become the core financial capabilities for Apple. You have a proven record of writing proposals to solve complex problems by digging deep into a domain when needed and turning them into product features., Understand Engineering concerns like reliability, scale, availability, accuracy etc that are particularly important for Payments, Self-starter with strong customer and product focus, and a desire to gain awareness of an eco system and how systems collaborate Ability to communicate thoughtfully, write engineering proposals, leverage problem-solving skills, build a learning mindset and establish long-term relationships Practical experience with Postgres, MongoDB Public cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, etc) Deployment experience using Docker and Kubernetes, 4 years of experience in designing, implementing & supporting highly scalable systems and services in Java or other JVM-based languages 4 years of experience with different data store technologies (SQL, NoSQL) 2 years of experience in Event-Driven Architecture (EDA) and messaging technologies such as Kafka 2 years of experience in financial engineering, having knowledge of how payments/commerce transactions are processed through systems to reflect their accounting and financial impact A bachelor's degree in Computer Science or relevant work experience ## Description In this role, you will lead the technical design and development of new products while navigating complex, ambiguous challenges. By cultivating strong cross-functional partnerships and developing a deep understanding of our business domain, you will translate requirements into meaningful, high-quality products that make a real impact. ## Related Videos - [Leveraging Real time data in FSIs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/806-leveraging-real-time-data-in-fsis) - [40 Minutes to Build a Serverless COVID-19 REST and GraphQL APIs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/208-40-minutes-to-build-a-serverless-covid-19-rest-and-graphql-apis) - [Fintech Rebellion: How Developers Are Disrupting the Future of Commerce](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/596-fintech-rebellion-how-developers-are-disrupting-the-future-of-commerce) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [NoSQL Data Modeling for Front-end Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/297-nosql-data-modeling-for-front-end-developers) - [Next Level Enterprise Architecture: Modular, Flexible, Scalable, Multichannel and AI-Ready?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1017-next-level-enterprise-architecture-modular-flexible-scalable-multichannel-and-ai-ready) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [How Much FAANG Companies Actually Pay Software Engineers in 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/230-how-much-faang-companies-actually-pay-software-engineers-in-2025) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies in Europe](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/162-highest-paying-tech-companies-in-europe) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [Best Countries for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/267-best-countries-for-software-engineers)