Java Software Architect

Job Description Java Software Architect Bucharest, Romania This is Worldline. Worldline helps businesses of all shapes and sizes to accelerate their growth journey - quickly, simply, and securely. We are the innovators at the heart of the payments technology industry, shaping how the world pays and gets paid. Our technology powers the growth of millions of businesses across 5 continents. And just as we help our customers accelerate their business, we are committed to helping our people accelerate their careers. Together, we shape the evolution. The O pportunity We are seeking a versatile Software Architect to help us to build scalable, secure and innovative solutions. The Core Foundation & Integration Tribe (CFI) implements and delivers the Issuing core applications, from Card Issuing lifecycle to Transactions clearing & settlement. With over 150 million cards and 1.16 billion monthly transactions, our platforms operate at the forefront of capacity and performance. As Software Architect, you will integrate into a diverse, agile, and collaborative cross-cultural team consisting of business analysts, tech leads, developers and testers. You will play a pivotal role by designing and overseeing the development of complex software systems. You will define the architecture and technical standards and guide the development process, to ensure robustness, scalability and future readiness of our assets. Day-to-Day Responsibilities​ In cooperation with the solutions architecture team, be part of the selection of appropriate technologies, frameworks, and tools. Evaluate and recommend new tools, platforms, and methodologies to improve system performance and efficiency. Define scalable & robust software architecture for our assets, in line with business requirements. Design architectural solutions and create detailed technical specifications, system diagrams, and documentation. Lead architecture reviews of our assets and ensure adherence to best practices and standards. Collaborate with development teams to ensure architecture implementation aligns with design. Support continuous improvement by mentoring developers and reviewing code where necessary. Participate in planning and overseeing large-scale software projects and migrations. Keep up-to-date with emerging trends and technologies in software architecture. Who Are We Looking For At Worldline, we seek individuals who are visionary and capable of driving positive change. People who can step up and show what’s next. We value those who take initiative, demonstrate a passion for their work, possess a can-do attitude, and have a desire to learn and grow. In practice this means: Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, distributed systems, software engineering, or another equivalent field Expertise in designing cloud-based architectures, APIs, and integrations for payment platforms. Ability to analyze and understand complex product domains and translate into effective technical solutions within complex and large-scale java applications. Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Proven leadership skills in guiding engineering teams and influencing technical direction. Ability to document complex systems clearly and comprehensively. A team player who thrives in collaborative environments, fostering teamwork inside the department and across organizational boundaries. Passionate about learning new things and staying up to date in modern development frameworks and methodologies. Excellent written and spoken English (C1); French appreciated. Perks & Benefits At Worldline you’ll get the chance to be at the heart of the global payments technology industry and shape how the world pays and gets paid. On top of that, you will also: Hybrid Working Policy Gift vouchers on the occasion of Christmas/Easter Holidays Private medical services 21 vacation days/year Referral bonuses for new hires recommended by you WFH & Flexible Working Hours Full access to the “Learning” platform Shape the evolution. We are pushing towards the next frontiers of payments technology, and we look for big thinkers to join our journey. People with passion, can-do attitude and a hunger to learn and grow. Here you’ll work with ambitious colleagues from around the world, take on unique challenges as a team, and make a real impact on the society. And with our empowering culture, strong technology and extensive training opportunities, we help you accelerate your career. Wherever you decide to go. Join our global team of over 18,000 innovators across 40+ countries, and shape a tomorrow that is yours to own. Learn more about life at Worldline at jobs.worldline.com We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as an individual with a disability, or any applicable legally protected characteristics. #LI-VP1 Information at a Glance Apply now Request ID: 303655 Posting Start Date: 5/27/26 Job Area: Technology Work Site: Hybrid Contract Type: Permanent Brand: Worldline Job Location: Romania - Bucharest