Flywire

Software Engineer I

In short

Entry-level, full-stack Software Engineer role at Flywire, a global payments enablement company, working on the billing and payments product that powers large-scale daily money movement. Based in Adelaide, Australia, the role requires a strong foundation in Java/OOP, relational databases and SQL, plus exposure to Java frameworks (Spring, Hibernate) and web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, JSP). It involves feature development, testing, debugging, and using AI-assisted development tools alongside experienced engineers.

About Flywire
Flywire is a global payments enablement and software company, founded more than a decade ago to solve high-stakes, high-value payments. We've scaled into new regions and industry verticals and expanded our product offerings to deliver meaningful value to our clients around the world.
Today we support more than 5,100 clients across the global education, healthcare, travel & B2B industries, with diverse payment methods across 240 countries & territories and more than 140 currencies.
With over 1,400+ global FlyMates, representing more than 40 nationalities, and in 15 offices world-wide, we're looking for FlyMates to join the next stage of our journey as we continue to grow.
The Opportunity
At Flywire, we are seeking an enthusiastic Software Engineer I to join our dedicated team in Australia. In this full-stack role, you will contribute to our billing and payments product—which securely powers hundreds of millions of dollars in daily global money movement—where a solid foundation in Java and core web technologies will set you up for success. Working alongside experienced engineers and collaborating with global teams, you will learn to build scalable, secure functionalities and grow your engineering capabilities. If you are a curious, adaptable problem-solver eager to launch your career in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities
•Feature Development: Build, test, and maintain clean, high-quality code within our billing and payment system.
•Continuous Learning & AI Tools: Actively leverage AI-assisted development tools to explore the codebase, accelerate your understanding of complex systems, and boost productivity.
•Quality & Testing: Write comprehensive unit and integration tests to ensure code reliability, security, and performance.
•System Diagnostics: Learn to use diagnostic tools to investigate issues, debug bugs, and resolve technical challenges.
•Collaborative Problem Solving: Participate in solutioning discussions and team code reviews, staying open to feedback and learning from peers across engineering and product teams.
Technical Requirements
•Java Foundation: Strong understanding of Java core principles and Object-Oriented Programming (OOP).
•Database Fundamentals: Understanding of relational database concepts and SQL.
•Framework Awareness: Exposure to standard Java frameworks (such as Spring Core, Spring Boot, or Hibernate) and web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, JSP).
•Modern Workflow: Eagerness to use modern software engineering tools, version control (Git), and AI-assisted workflows.
What We Offer
•Competitive compensation
•Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
•Competitive time off
•Work with brilliant people globally — learn more about their journeys by checking out #InsideFlywire on social media
•Wellbeing Programs (Mental Health, Wellness, Yoga/Pilates/HIIT Classes) with Global FlyMates
•Be a meaningful part in our success - every FlyMate makes an impact
•Great Talent & Development Programs (Managers Taking Flight – for new or aspiring managers, OneFlywire Career Mobility)
Throughout the hiring process you can expect to meet with different FlyMates including the Hiring Manager, Peers on the team, the VP of the department, and complete a skills assessment.

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