Sr. Software Engineer

Greater Giving, Inc.; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

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Job summary

Greater Giving, Inc. is seeking a Senior Java Developer to join the Heartland School Solutions Engineering Team.

You will design and deliver scalable web applications and APIs powering K-12 payment experiences, driving quality, performance and security in enterprise software for clients and communities. You will collaborate in Agile Scrum teams, own major components, and help elevate code quality while solving complex technical challenges to deliver measurable outcomes for clients and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience developing Java-based software solutions.
• Proven ability to solve complex technical problems.
• Experience collaborating within Agile Scrum teams.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver scalable web applications and APIs that enable secure, reliable payment experiences for K-12 clients while supporting long-term product growth.
• Drive software quality by building maintainable, well-tested solutions that improve stability and accelerate delivery.
• Influence technical decisions and development standards across the team.
• Own successful delivery of enterprise-ready solutions from concept through production.
• Strengthen product performance and client satisfaction through proactive troubleshooting and continuous improvement.

Skills

Java

Agile Scrum

Communication

Problem Solving

Tools

MongoDB

Cosmos DB

Spock Framework

Job description

Make your mark at one of the biggest names in payments. We’re looking for a Senior Java Developer to join our ever-evolving Heartland School Solutions Engineering Team and help shape the future of global commerce. In this role, you’ll build and enhance the technology that powers payment experiences for K-12 schools, helping clients streamline operations, improve reliability and deliver better outcomes for the communities they serve. Your expertise will directly influence the quality, scalability and security of enterprise software solutions while creating opportunities to innovate, modernize and continuously improve how schools manage payments. Working alongside a collaborative team committed to engineering excellence, you’ll take ownership of meaningful initiatives, drive measurable impact and contribute to Global Payments’ mission of delivering technology that moves money seamlessly, securely and at scale.

What you'll own

• Design and deliver scalable web applications and application programming interfaces (APIs) that enable secure, reliable payment experiences for K-12 clients while supporting long-term product growth and platform performance.
• Drive software quality and engineering excellence by building maintainable, well-tested solutions that improve system stability, accelerate delivery and reduce operational risk.
• Influence technical decisions and development standards by identifying opportunities for improvement, sharing expertise and helping elevate code quality across the team.
• Own the successful delivery of enterprise-ready solutions from concept through production, ensuring business requirements are translated into measurable outcomes for clients and stakeholders.
• Strengthen product performance and client satisfaction through proactive troubleshooting, continuous improvement and the resolution of complex technical challenges that impact business success.

What you'll bring

• 5+ years of experience developing Java-based software solutions, with demonstrated success delivering scalable, production-grade applications in enterprise environments.
• Proven ability to solve complex technical problems, diagnose issues effectively and deliver high-quality solutions that balance business needs with technical excellence.
• Experience collaborating within Agile Scrum teams, contributing to shared goals while taking ownership of individual outcomes and deliverables.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to build productive relationships across engineering, quality assurance and business teams.

It's a bonus if you have

• Experience working with MongoDB, Azure Cosmos DB or other NoSQL databases to support scalable application architectures.
• Experience writing automated unit tests using the Spock Framework and working extensively with JSON-based integrations.

Explore the benefits we offer in the USA

My Health

We offer access to medical coverage that supports the health and wellbeing for you and your family.

My Money

In addition to base salary, you may be eligible for bonuses and/or equity awards, determined by role, level, impact, and our policies.

My Lifestyle

We have a dedicated Wellness Week each year – which includes an extra paid day off - so you can take time to relax, recharge and invest in your wellbeing.

My Family

FLEX, our family inclusion community, offers support for all Globalpayers at every stage, from raising families to caring for loved ones

My Time Off

We offer paid time off and public holidays so you can rest, recharge and spend time on what matters most.