Solution Architect, Solution Engineering

Solution Architect, Solution Engineering– Pune, India

Are you a versatile Solution Architect with experience in Designing and Architecting Platforms? Does the opportunity of working for a global and dynamic company appeal to you? Join Western Union as a Solution Architect, Solution Engineering.

Western Union powers your pursuit.

You will be accountable for the architecture, design, & implementation of a service delivery model & defining next-generation platforms using the latest frameworks & tools in the agile product team. You will design & develop software that is optimized, well organized & maintainable. You will be driving process improvements, resource planning, optimization & performance management. You will be accountable for the migration of assigned platforms & processes as per project timelines & ensure smooth knowledge transfer in partnership with onshore & offshore stakeholders. 

Role Responsibilities

• Develop and implement new software, maintain and improve existing software
• Ensure that software functionality is implemented with a with a focus on code optimization and organization
• Recommend improvements to existing software programs
• Troubleshoot application issues and coordinate issue resolution with operations, functional, and technical teams
• Work with a software development team and Service providers in a geographically distributed structure
• Provide coaching to Junior Associates and Associates
• Works independently on complex projects

Role Requirements

• • 5+ years of overall experience in a DevOps or similar technical role.
• Proven experience in managing and optimizing AWS cloud infrastructure (EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, etc.).
• Strong hands-on experience with Kubernetes for container orchestration, including cluster management and application deployment.
• Basic proficiency in Python for automation, scripting, and task automation.
• Experience with Ansible for configuration management and infrastructure automation.
• Strong knowledge of Groovy for writing and maintaining Jenkins pipeline scripts.
• In-depth understanding of CI/CD concepts, tools, and best practices.
• Solid experience with Docker and containerization technologies.
• Familiarity with monitoring and alerting tools such as Prometheus, Splunk, dyntrace and AWS CloudWatch.
• Understanding of security best practices in cloud environments and containerized applications.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and diagnostic skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams (development, operations, QA).
• Familiarity with Git for version control and experience with distributed version control workflows.
• Strong communication skills to clearly articulate technical concepts and solutions.

Good to Have:

• Experience with Spring Boot for building Java-based microservices.
• Experience with Node.js for developing scalable, event-driven applications.
• Experience with any other scripting language (e.g., Bash, Shell, Ruby, Perl).

We make financial services accessible to humans everywhere. Join us for what’s next.

Western Union is positioned to become the world’s most accessible financial services company —transforming lives and communities. We’re a diverse and passionate customer-centric team of over 8,000 employees serving 200 countries and territories, reaching customers and receivers around the globe. More than moving money, we design easy-to-use products and services for our digital and physical financial ecosystem that help our customers move forward.

Just as we help our global customers prosper, we support our employees in achieving their professional aspirations. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to learn new skills and build a career, as well as receive a great compensation package. If you’re ready to help drive the future of financial services, it’s time for the Western Union. Learn more about our purpose and people at https://careers.westernunion.com/.

Benefits

You will also have access to short-term incentives, multiple health insurance options, accident and life insurance, and access to best-in-class development platforms, to name a few
(https://careers.westernunion.com/global-benefits/). Please see the location-specific benefits below and note that your Recruiter may share additional role-specific benefits during your interview process or in an offer of employment.

Your India specific benefits include:

• Employees Provident Fund [EPF]

• Gratuity Payment
• Public holidays
• Annual Leave, Sick leave, Compensatory leave, and Maternity / Paternity leave
• Annual Health Check up
• Hospitalization Insurance Coverage (Mediclaim)
• Group Life Insurance, Group Personal Accident Insurance Coverage, Business Travel Insurance
• Cab Facility
• Relocation Benefit

Western Union values in-person collaboration, learning, and ideation whenever possible. We believe this creates value through common ways of working and supports the execution of enterprise objectives which will ultimately help us achieve our strategic goals. By connecting face-to-face, we are better able to learn from our peers, problem-solve together, and innovate.  

Our Hybrid Work Model categorizes each role into one of three categories. Western Union has determined the category of this role to be Hybrid. This is defined as a flexible working arrangement that enables employees to divide their time between working from home and working from an office location. The expectation is to work from the office a minimum of three days a week.

We are passionate about diversity. Our commitment is to provide an inclusive culture that celebrates the unique backgrounds and perspectives of our global teams while reflecting the communities we serve. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, political affiliation, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status. The company will provide accommodation to applicants, including those with disabilities, during the recruitment process, following applicable laws.

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Estimated Job Posting End Date:

03-07-2025

This application window is a good-faith estimate of the time that this posting will remain open. This posting will be promptly updated if the deadline is extended or the role is filled.