As a Senior Software Engineer in the Europe Risk and Controls team, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring Wise’s financial services comply with regional regulations while minimizing friction for customers. Your daily responsibilities include building automated risk management systems, collaborating closely with product managers and data scientists to develop comprehensive compliance frameworks, and implementing robust database solutions using Java or another JVM-based language alongside the Spring framework. You must have experience with JDBC, relational and non-relational databases, and be proficient in test-driven development and AI tools. This role demands a strong understanding of financial regulations and the ability to work independently while fostering cross-functional teamwork to support Wise’s mission of providing secure and reliable financial services across Europe at scale.
Skills
Java
Spring
JDBC
CI/CD
SQL
NoSQL
Test Driven Development
AI-tools
Python
PostgreSQL
Kafka
Redis
Docker
Kubernetes
Git
GitHub
Swagger
JUnit
SonarQube
What you'll do
Develop and maintain automated risk management systems to ensure compliance.
Identify, assess, and mitigate financial risks using data-driven approaches.
Build comprehensive infrastructure for proactive risk assessment and response.
Write testable code and implement Test Driven Development practices.
Collaborate with product managers and engineers on daily basis to enhance products.
Efficiently use AI tools in the development of risk management solutions.
What we're looking for
3+ years of experience in Java or other JVM-based languages, with expertise in Spring framework and JDBC.
Deep understanding of database internals, including relational and non-relational databases, query optimization, and schema design.
Ability to work independently on projects, taking full ownership from start to finish.
Strong collaboration skills for daily interaction with product managers, data scientists, analysts, and other engineering teams.
Experience in writing testable code and adhering to Test Driven Development practices.
Proficiency in using AI tools efficiently within the development process.
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Employer
About Wise
Wise (formerly TransferWise) is a global technology company specializing in international money transfers and multi-currency accounts, offering transparent low-cost foreign exchange for individuals and businesses. Industry: Financial Technology & International Payments