Solution Architect, Solution Engineering

Pune, Maharashtra
Permanent
Full-time

6 hours ago

Solution Architect, Solution Engineering, PuneAre you excited by the opportunity of using your knowledge of development to lead a team to success? Are you ready to join a team in a global company where your primary focus is to deliver services and products to our customers, and provide thought leadership on creating solutions? Are you interested in joining a globally diverse organization where our unique contributions are recognized and celebrated, allowing each of us to thrive? Then it’s time to join Western Union as a Solution Architect, Solution Engineering, Solution Engineering.Western Union powers your pursuitYou will be working with a team of engineers with a broad range of responsibilities including all aspects of software engineering like requirements understanding and validation, solution design detailed design, development, testing and software configuration management. Build products, systems, and services that are optimized, well organized and maintainable, and have high impact on our end users.Role Responsibilities

Design and maintain architecture for scalable, reliable, and secure applications and services.
Lead architecture reviews, proof-of-concepts, and design discussions across teams.
Define and enforce coding standards, architectural guidelines, and best practices.
Evaluate and recommend tools, frameworks, and technologies based on evolving business needs.
Lead a cross-functional team of developers, providing direction, support, and mentorship.
Collaborate with Product Managers, QA, DevOps, and UX to ensure smooth delivery.
Drive engineering excellence through agile practices, code reviews, and continuous improvement.
Own end-to-end technical delivery of features and systems, from planning through deployment.
Break down high-level requirements into technical solutions and delegate effectively.
Identify and address technical debt and system inefficiencies proactively.
Ensure timely delivery of milestones while maintaining high quality.

Role Requirements

Strong knowledge of modern architecture patterns (microservices, event-driven, cloud-native).
Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and CI/CD tools.
Proven experience leading engineering teams with strong interpersonal and people management skills.
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to make critical decisions under pressure.
Experience with distributed systems, API design, and data modeling.
Familiarity with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
Exposure to Agile/Scrum methodologies and DevOps culture.
Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to stakeholders.

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 .BenefitsYou 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
( ). 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
Cab Facility
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
Relocation Benefit

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.#LI-MT #LI-HybridEstimated Job Posting End Date: 09-10-2025This 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.

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