Job Description
Engineering Manager, Payments Platform (Treasury & FX)
London Hybrid (open to UK remote for the right candidate)
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At Flywire, passion, excitement, and global collaboration are at the heart of what we do. We’re on a mission to deliver the world’s most important and complex payments. With our Flywire Advantage — combining next-gen payments technology, a proprietary payment network, and vertical-specific software — we help our clients get paid and their customers pay with ease, no matter where they are in the world.
Join Flywire, a global leader in payments, consistently recognized as one of the best companies to work for. We’re building and scaling the core platform that moves hundreds of millions every day for clients worldwide. We’re looking for an experienced Engineering Manager — ideally with FinTech or payments experience — to strengthen the heart of our payments engine.
As Engineering Manager, you’ll lead a high-impact team focused on end-to-end optimization and automation in payment processing, reducing manual effort in treasury management and FX trading, and delivering measurable business impact. This role combines technical leadership with people management: you’ll drive high-quality, scalable solutions while mentoring and growing talented engineers.
What you’ll do:
Leadership & Team Growth
* Lead and support the day-to-day activities of a high-impact engineering team
* Hire, mentor, and develop team members, fostering ownership and accountability
* Set priorities, track success against goals, and ensure delivery to high standards
Technical Strategy & Delivery
* Provide technical direction, driving pragmatic and scalable solutions
* Solve complex technical challenges with deep analysis
* Manage estimates, risks, and progress across multiple projects
* Ensure scalability, performance, and reliability remain central to delivery
Collaboration & Impact
* Partner with Product Managers, QA, SRE, and stakeholders across the organization
* Influence product and platform strategy through technical insights
Qualifications
What we’re looking for:
* 4+ years managing engineering teams (ideally in a regulated industry)
* 6+ years professional software engineering experience
* Proven background in designing and scaling distributed systems
* Strong fundamentals in modern engineering practices (TDD, BDD, CI/CD, databases, object-oriented design)
* Excellent collaboration and communication skills
* FinTech or payments industry experience is a strong plus
⚙️Technologies we use
Backend: Ruby, Java
Frontend: HTMX
Databases & Systems: Docker, Linux, MySQL, Postgres, Redis, AMQP, OpenSearch
Cloud: AWS
*Don’t worry if you haven’t used all of these — we value smart, fast learners.
Why Flywire?
* Make a real impact on global payments infrastructure
* Work with a collaborative, high-performing team
* Grow your career in a supportive and innovative environment
* We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences
Additional Information
What We Offer:
* Competitive compensation, including Restricted Stock Units
* Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
* Flying Start - Our immersive Global Induction Program
* Work with brilliant people that will keep you on your toes, learn more about their journeys by checking out #InsideFlywire on social media
* Dynamic & Global Team (we have been collaborating virtually for years!)
* Wellbeing Programs (Mental Health, Wellness) with Global FlyMates
* Be a meaningful part in our success - every FlyMate makes an impact
* Competitive time off including FlyBetter Days to volunteer in a cause you believe in and
* Digital Disconnect Days!
* Great Talent & Development Programs
Submit today and get started!
We are excited to get to know you! Throughout our process you can expect to meet with different FlyMates including the Hiring Manager, Peers on the team, the VP of the department, and a skills assessment. Your Talent Acquisition Partner will walk you through the steps and be your “go-to” person for any questions.
Flywire is an equal opportunity employer. With over 30 nationalities across 12 different offices, and diversity and inclusion at the core of our people agenda, we believe our FlyMates are our greatest asset, and we’re excited to watch our unique culture evolve with each new hire. #LI-Remote
Flywire is an equal opportunity employer.
#LI-Hybrid