Software Architect / DevOps Engineer (AWS, APIs, AI Tools) - SREF & Gateway (Payments Services)

ABOUT US We’re the world’s leading provider of secure financial messaging services, headquartered in Belgium. We are the way the world moves value – across borders, through cities and overseas. No other organisation can address the scale, precision, pace and trust that this demands, and we’re proud to support the global economy. We’re unique too. We were established to find a better way for the global financial community to move value – a reliable, safe and secure approach that the community can trust, completely. We’re always striving to be better and are constantly evolving in an ever-changing landscape, without undermining that trust. Five decades on, our vibrant community reflects the complexity and diversity of the financial ecosystem. We innovate diligently, test exhaustively, then implement fast. In a connected and exciting era, our mission has never been more relevant. Swift now has a presence in 200 countries and legal territories to serve a community of more than 12,000 banks and financial institutions. 1 Education University degree in computer science or related field. Or equivalent work experience. 2 Experience 5 years experience in systems development We’re the world’s leading provider of secure financial messaging services, headquartered in Belgium. We are the way the world moves value – across borders, through cities and overseas. No other organization can address the scale, precision, pace and trust that this demands, and we’re proud to support the global economy. We’re unique too. We were established to find a better way for the global financial community to move value – a reliable, safe and secure approach that the community can trust, completely. We’re always striving to be better and are constantly evolving in an ever-changing landscape, without undermining that trust. Five decades on, our vibrant community reflects the complexity and diversity of the financial ecosystem. We innovate diligently, test exhaustively, then implement fast. In a connected and exciting era, our mission has never been more relevant. Swift now has a presence in 200 countries and legal territories to serve a community of more than 12,000 banks and financial institutions. Overview We are seeking a highly skilled Software Architect / DevOps Engineer with strong experience in design, deploy, and operate scalable applications in cloud-native/hybrid environments (AWS), solid exposure to financial services (especially payments), and knowledge of web services and OpenAPI standards. This role requires strong experience with RESTful services, API contract design, DevOps practices, cloud-native architectures, and AI tooling. Key Responsibilities Drive DevOps excellence by implementing and optimizing CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, artifact management, and deployment strategies. Experience with AWS architecture and cloud-native development. Build and maintain RESTful services, and OpenAPI-defined interfaces. Leverage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, AWS CDK, or CloudFormation to automate and standardize environments. Contribute to the development and maintenance of API contracts, technical documentation, and data models. Support microservices architectures, event-driven systems, and modern patterns (serverless, containers). Perform troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and performance optimization across distributed systems. Required Skills & Qualifications 5 years of experience in software engineering, cloud architecture or DevOps roles. Strong proficiency in AWS, including: EC2, ECS, S3 DynamoDB, IAM, CloudFront, etc…). Experience with IaC tools such as Terraform, AWS CDK, or CloudFormation Hands-on experience with REST web services, OpenAPI/Swagger, and API-first contract management. Experience with Java (Spring Boot or similar frameworks). Bonus: Node.js, Python, or Go. Proficiency with container technologies (Docker, Kubernets) Practical knowledge of AI/ML tools for engineering workflows. Strong knowledge of networking (DNS, TCP/IP, routing, load balancing, VPC design). High level of English, spoken and written. Preferred / Optional Qualifications Knowledge of financial services or payments industry. Integrate and manage AI tools to optimize code generation, system monitoring, diagnostics, and documentation workflows Experience with API management platforms (Apigee, Amazon API Gateway, Kong). Exposure to payments architecture, settlement processes, webhook processing, and high-volume transaction systems. Scripting ability (Python, Bash, PowerShell). Experience with performance testing tools (Gatling, JMeter, Locust). Soft Skills Strong sense of ownership, autonomy, and ability to drive initiatives end-to-end. Adaptability and enthusiasm for learning new tools, especially in AI and cloud engineering. Structured thinker with solid problem-solving skills and a data-driven mindset. Ability to work effectively in cross-functional and international teams. What We Offer We put you in control of career We give you a competitive package We help you perform at your best We help you make a difference We give you the freedom to be yourself We give you the freedom to be yourself. We are creating an environment of unique individuals – like you – with different perspectives on the financial industry and the world. A diverse and inclusive environment in which everyone’s voice counts and where you can reach your full potential. If you believe you require reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact us to request accommodation. Don’t meet every single requirement? At Swift, we are dedicated to building a workplace where people can bring their full selves and ideas to the team, so if you are excited about this role, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every single qualification. What we offer We give you the freedom to be yourself. We are creating an environment of unique individuals – like you – with different perspectives on the financial industry and the world. A diverse and inclusive environment in which everyone’s voice counts and where you can reach your full potential. We are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation related to accessibility during your application or interview, please contact accessibility-Sysgroup@swift.com or indicate this in your application. Please note that this mailbox is not monitored for general recruitment enquiries and should only be used for accessibility or accommodation-related requests (for example related to vision, hearing or neurodiversity). All requests are confidential and will not affect your candidacy. Don’t meet every single requirement? At Swift, we are dedicated to building a workplace where people can bring their full selves and ideas to the team, so if you are excited about this role, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every single qualification. Swift doesn’t stand still. We are constantly evolving and tirelessly innovating. Working at the intersection of finance and technology is a very exciting place to be right now. Swift is transforming cross-border payments, making them faster and more transparent than ever before. We are the way the world moves value — every instant of every day, in almost every country. We are proud that what we do has a critical impact on the global financial community and touches almost every aspect of the financial world. So, what you do at Swift has real impact too — an impact that matters every day. Which is why you matter to us. Joining Swift gives you unparalleled exposure to knowledge, expertise and technologies. If you have what it takes, you’ll be able to take on different career paths and have the opportunity to work in teams, departments and disciplines in countries around the world. Swift is unique. There is no other organisation like ours in the world driving the long-term future of the financial ecosystem. You’ll be surrounded by bright, customer-focused and intellectually curious people in a collaborative, friendly, open and inclusive environment. At Swift we are trusted every instant. Everything we do has an impact that matters. And as a member of our team, you are trusted to make your impact every day. 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