Trainee Associate, Solution Engineering

Trainee Associate, Solution Engineering – Pune, India 
Are you looking to play a critical role in leveraging the power of innovation to enhance customer's experience in a motivated and passionate team. Are you interested in joining a globally diverse organization where our unique contributions are recognized and celebrated, allowing each of us to thrive? Then join Western Union as Trainee Associate, Solution Engineering.

Western Union powers your pursuit.

The Trainee Associate, Solution Engineering has a significant role in developing large-scale enterprise level solutions and ensuring that software functionality is implemented with a focus on code optimization. This role has significance to improve digital projects and financial services for families, small businesses, multinational corporations, and non-profit organizations.

Role Responsibilities – Indicate % of Time

• 50% – Write small software code (100-300 LOC per day), maintain and improve existing software code in product modules as per provided specifications and get it reviewed by manager / mentors in the project team. Provide bug fixes to software issues identified during the development & testing phases under the guidance of senior team members
• 25% – Write simple proof-of-concept software projects under strict supervision of a Junior Associate / Associate / Senior Associate / Associate Manager in the project team. This does not involve delivery of the live project by the incumbent but only submission for review to the supervisor
• 15% – Learn software languages like Java / .Net, syntax and coding practices to be implemented in projects by self-learning and KT sessions, being part of a team of other software trainees. Develop foundational knowledge on product technology in Finance / Fintech domain and apply those skills back on the job.
• 5% – Periodic connect with mentor / supervisor to review the software code developed and ensure it is an aligned as per the project requirements
• 5% – Demonstrate the amount of functional / technical knowledge base and problem-solving skills gained over a period through reverse KT sessions to other team members

Decision Making Authority/Independence of Action/ Complexity of Work (For example, note whether responsible for making or approving recommendations; define criteria for limitations on authority to act independently; comment on the complexity of work such as use of standard guidelines, evaluating information from multiple sources): Can make recommendations to existing software modules through proof-of-concept projects under supervisor’s review. Assist in altering existing software code (or) developing new products under supervision of appropriate authority. Is responsible for learning technical, functional, domain skills on various Finance / Fintech products and apply those skills back on developing small to medium complexity software modules

Role Requirements

• New graduates with internships in this field will be considered
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, manage workload, and consistently deliver results
• Communication skills to enable interaction with other developers and product stakeholders globally
• Web and App server experience (IIS, Tomcat, Apache, WebLogic etc.)
• (desired) Experience in BASH/SSH/ PowerShell  scripting
• (desired) API design and integration including ReST, Soap, XML/JSON and Web API
• (desired) AWS Cloud Practitioner
• (desired) SQL queries and PL/SQL programming
• Knowledge of Java/ .Net and related technologies
• Knowledge model-view-controller (MVC) design pattern
• Experience in developing on Windows/ Linux/Unix platforms

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 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

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.

Estimated Job Posting End Date:

07-21-2025

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.