Tech Lead - Partner Network and Core Processing

About Paysend:

Paysend is a global fintech company on a mission to build the world’s largest open, instant digital payment network . This isn't just about moving money; it's about eliminating complexity and friction in global finance for millions of customers and businesses across 170+ countries .

As a next-generation integrated platform, we combine deep expertise with cutting-edge technology. Our unique network delivers full interoperability across major card schemes and local payment rails, granting access to over 20 billion endpoints . We move money instantly, globally, and securely- a commitment that demands we strive for excellence in every solution we build.

We hire bar-raisers - leaders and specialists passionate about scale, technical consistency, and making a global impact. You will thrive in a connected, principle-driven culture that empowers you to take full ownership, innovate with momentum, and directly contribute to our audacious goals.

Based in hubs like London, Belgrade, Dublin, and Miami, your work here doesn't just advance your career - it redefines the world of global payments . Join the team that is accelerating the shift in global finance.

Paysend: Simplifying Cross-Border Payments for Everyone.

About The Role:

We’re looking for a Technical Lead - Partner Network Engineering to oversee and evolve how our partner engineering units operate. This is a hybrid role that combines technical leadership with strategic management, ensuring that our engineering teams - both internal and external - are aligned, high-performing, and consistently delivering high-quality software.

You’ll play a key role in building process maturity across the unit, improving technical consistency, and driving knowledge-sharing across teams. You’ll also take ownership of planning, performance, and coordination across partner teams, ensuring they’re set up for long-term success and tightly integrated into Paysend’s broader engineering goals.

If you’re an experienced tech lead with strong hands-on skills and a passion for building scalable engineering organisations - we’d love to hear from you. What You'll Do (Responsibilities):

• Lead, plan, and manage the work of our engineering partner unit, ensuring alignment with Paysend’s strategic and technical goals.
• Define and enforce consistent software development processes across teams.
  
• Be responsible for the efficiency of our processing solution.
• Provide technical leadership and hands-on support - you’ll be actively involved in coding, reviewing, and guiding engineers when needed.
• Oversee knowledge management within the unit, ensuring consistent understanding of the technologies we use (JVM, .NET, pgPLSQL, etc.).
• Coordinate cross-functional work with other engineering units and company departments.
• Approve technical documentation and ensure it aligns with internal standards.
• Manage performance, growth, and professional development across the team.
• Evaluate and select appropriate software and technical solutions — and where needed, identify the need for custom software development.
• Drive continuous improvement in code quality, technical delivery, and team collaboration.

What You’ll Need To Be Successful In This Role:

• 3+ years of experience in a Tech Lead or Engineering Management role.
• Strong technical expertise in JVM, .NET, and pgPLSQL, with a solid track record of writing and reviewing code in real-world environments. Knowledge of the Rust universe will be beneficial.
  
• Proven ability to lead by example - you’re hands-on, but also know when to delegate and coach.
• Strong architectural thinking and experience with building scalable, maintainable software.
• Excellent people leadership skills - you know how to bring out the best in individuals and teams.
• Clear and confident communication skills - able to bridge technical and business conversations with ease.
• Experience working with modern CI/CD pipelines, Git, and cloud platforms like AWS, GCP, or Azure.
• A strong grasp of security best practices and how to embed them in the development lifecycle.
• A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset -comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving results in fast-paced environments.

Why Join Paysend?

• Make a Global Impact: Directly impact millions of users worldwide
• Accelerate Your Career: Benefit from internal mobility, mentoring programs, and continuous learning opportunities
• Thrive in a Connected, Global Organization: Collaborate with colleagues across our international hubs and more
• Embrace a Principle-Driven & Focused Culture: Work in an organization guided by strong principles and values that actually help you achieve more than you thought possible
• Enjoy Competitive Compensation and Benefits: Receive a competitive salary, benefits, and flexible work arrangements