Advanced Solution Engineer (7 To 10 Years Exp)

Overview

Company Description

Role Description

Technical Skills

• Expert-level proficiency in Node.js and Java (JDK 8+) with microservices architecture
• Hands-on microservices development using REST/gRPC and API Gateway patterns
• Deep understanding of RESTful API design, asynchronous processing, and event-driven architectures
• Deep experience with ISO 8583 message processing and payment switch integration
• Strong knowledge of POS/Terminal Management Systems and transaction lifecycle management
• Hands-on experience with HSM integration, DUKPT, key injection, and cryptographic operations
• Understanding of tokenization, vPOS, Pay by Link, and secure payment methods
• Working knowledge of PCI DSS requirements, secure coding practices, and encryption standards (3DES, AES, RSA)
• Hands-on experience with SQL databases (MSSQL, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL databases (Redis, Firebase)
• Strong SQL skills including query optimization and transaction management
• Hands-on experience with message queues (Kafka, RabbitMQ) for transaction processing
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines
• Nice to have skills:
• Frontend experience with React.js or modern JavaScript frameworks
• Docker, Kubernetes, Azure cloud
• Basic knowledge/understanding of Visa, Mastercard, American Express, UnionPay, or local scheme (1LINK, mada) certifications and integration
• Familiarity with EMV standards, contactless payments, and card-present transactions

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical mindset with ability to understand complex payment ecosystems and reverse-engineer legacy systems
• Proven leadership capabilities with experience mentoring junior engineers and managing cross-functional technical initiatives
• Excellent troubleshooting skills in high-pressure, production-critical environments with strict SLA requirements
• Strong ownership mentality focused on long-term product sustainability and reducing technical debt
• Effective communication skills with ability to coordinate between technical teams, business stakeholders, and vendor partners
• Experience in knowledge transfer programs and building internal technical capabilities from vendor-managed systems

Qualifications (Education And Certifications)

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or related field
• PCI DSS, EMV, or ISO 20022 certifications
• 7 - 10 years of software development experience
• Minimum 3 - 5 years of hands-on experience in payment systems, fintech platforms, or financial services
• Frontend experience with React.js