Staff Engineer • Senior

Who you are

You have a strong background in Java Software Engineering and hands-on experience in technical system design — your expertise allows you to tackle complex challenges and deliver innovative solutions. You are curious about new technologies and eager to learn, always looking for ways to improve systems and processes. With a proactive mindset, you thrive in collaborative environments where you can contribute to team success and drive projects forward. You understand the importance of reliability and scalability in financial technology, and you are motivated to help businesses achieve their ambitions faster.

You possess excellent problem-solving skills and can communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders — your ability to articulate complex ideas clearly is a key asset in your role. You are passionate about using technology to solve real-world business challenges, and you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment where you can make a significant impact. Your experience includes designing and building systems that operate at a massive global scale, ensuring that they meet the highest standards of performance and reliability.

What you'll do

As a Staff Engineer at Adyen, you will play a critical role in designing, building, and scaling systems for payments settlement and reconciliation — your work will directly impact the efficiency and reliability of financial transactions for businesses worldwide. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify technical challenges and develop innovative solutions that enhance our platform's capabilities. Your responsibilities will include leading technical design discussions, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring that best practices are followed throughout the development process.

You will be involved in the entire software development lifecycle, from initial design through deployment and monitoring — your expertise will help guide the team in making informed decisions that align with business goals. You will also have the opportunity to contribute to the continuous improvement of our systems, focusing on enhancing performance and scalability to meet the growing demands of our clients. Your role will require you to stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies, allowing you to bring fresh ideas and insights to the team.

What we offer

At Adyen, we foster a culture of collaboration and support, providing opportunities for our employees to succeed and grow in their careers. We value in-person collaboration and offer a vibrant office environment in Madrid where you can connect with your colleagues and work together on exciting projects. Our team is motivated and driven, and we encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement — we believe in the potential of our people and are committed to helping you achieve your ambitions.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits, along with a dynamic work environment that promotes innovation and creativity. Join us at Adyen and be part of a team that is shaping the future of financial technology.