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Software Engineering Manager (Java) - Payments Ledger Team

AdyenAmsterdam
On-site Full-time

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Experience Level

Manager

Qualifications

To excel in this role, you should possess: Proven experience in leading engineering teams, preferably in a financial technology setting. In-depth knowledge of software development practices, particularly in Java and related technologies. Strong problem-solving abilities and a passion for tackling technical challenges. Exceptional communication skills to effectively collaborate with various stakeholders. A mindset focused on continuous improvement and innovation.

About the job

Welcome to Adyen

Adyen is the leading financial technology platform that delivers payment solutions, data insights, and financial products in a unified framework for esteemed clients such as Meta, Uber, H&M, and Microsoft. Our mission is to empower businesses by enabling them to achieve their goals with speed and reliability.

At Adyen, we foster a culture that encourages personal and professional growth, providing our teams with the tools and support needed to take ownership of their careers. Our dedicated individuals work collaboratively to tackle unique technical challenges at scale, delivering innovative and ethical solutions that drive business success.

Join the Payments Ledger Team

The Payments Ledger serves as the backbone accounting platform for all transactions processed by Adyen, ensuring accuracy, reliability, and global scalability. In 2024 alone, our system managed over €1 trillion in payments.

As the Engineering Manager, you will lead a dynamic team of 7-8 engineers in one of our most vital domains, focusing on the design of systems that are not only correct and resilient but also built for massive scale. You will work closely with other unified platform and product teams to shape the evolution of Adyen's financial infrastructure.

Your Responsibilities

  • Lead, develop, and mentor a team of engineers responsible for Adyen’s core accounting platform.
  • Oversee the design and execution of scalable, reliable distributed systems utilizing Core Java, web services, queueing frameworks, REST APIs, and SQL/PostgreSQL.
  • Collaborate with product and platform teams to conceptualize new services with robust reliability and performance standards.
  • Strategically balance long-term technical investments with feature delivery through clear, data-driven decision-making.
  • Cultivate a culture of autonomy, ownership, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  • Define and align team and individual goals with engineering and product strategies.
  • Enhance operational excellence through automation, observability, and minimizing manual effort.
  • Attract and nurture engineering talent that flourishes in a fast-paced environment.

Who You Are

  • A proactive self-starter adept at fostering alignment across diverse teams.
  • Driven by the challenge of solving complex issues in distributed systems demanding high scalability and reliability.
  • Possess a strong technical foundation in software engineering, particularly in Java, in a distributed systems context.

About Adyen

Adyen is a pioneering financial technology platform that simplifies payments and financial services for businesses globally. Our innovative solutions are trusted by leading companies, enabling them to streamline their payment processes and achieve their financial goals efficiently.

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