Senior Implementation Engineer

What you’ll do

• Deliver complex, multi-region enterprise integration projects
• Design scalable, high-availability architectures for global merchants handling large transaction volumes
• Define and ensure technical standards across implementation engineering teams
• Act as a strategic technical advisor in both pre-sales and delivery phases, shaping solutions alongside sales and senior merchant stakeholders
• Shape industry standards and the broader ecosystem by defining how large-scale payment architectures are built and scaled
• Foster best practices in reliability, scalability, security, and system design
• Mentor and support Implementation Engineers across the organization
• Partner with Product and Engineering to influence platform evolution and new product design
• Manage critical escalations and ensure stability of high-scale merchant integrations

Who you are:

• 8+ years of experience in software engineering or technical consulting with deep API integration experience
• Deep system design and distributed systems expertise
• Ability to operate as a solution architect and trusted advisor in complex, enterprise environments
• Experience contributing to production-level systems with pragmatic engineering trade-offs
• Comfortable engaging with senior technical and business stakeholders
• Proven ability to mentor and develop engineers
• Solid decision-making capability in complex and ambiguous environments
• Passion for raising technical excellence across teams and organizations
• You thrive in environments where collaboration, accountability, and impact go hand in hand

TOTAL REWARDS & COMPENSATION

The annual base salary range for this role is $184,000 - $276,000. Compensation is based on factors including qualifications, experience, and location. Total compensation package includes equity (RSUs), 401(k), health, dental, vision, and more.

IN-OFFICE EXPECTATIONS

This role is based in our San Francisco office. We're an office-first company and expect employees to work in-office at least 3 days a week on average. This approach helps strike a balance between bringing people together for in-person collaboration and learning from each other, while also supporting flexibility.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION AT ADYEN

We actively seek different perspectives to sharpen our ideas. Our unique culture is a product of our diverse backgrounds and experiences. No matter who you are or where you’re from, you’re welcome to be your true self at Adyen.

If you need accommodations or support during the recruitment process to perform at your best, you’ll have the opportunity to let our team know in your application. We encourage people from all backgrounds and abilities to apply.

WHAT’S NEXT?

Ensuring a smooth and enjoyable candidate experience is critical for us. We aim to get back to you regarding your application within 5 business days. Our interview process tends to take about 4 weeks to complete, but may fluctuate depending on the role. If you have specific time constraints, please communicate them with your recruiter, and we’ll do our best to accommodate them where possible.

EEO STATEMENT

Adyen is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status or any legally protected status. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

WORK ELIGIBILITY

You must be work authorized in the United States without the need for new visa sponsorship. The company can support visa transfers but will not sponsor individuals for H-1B CAP applications.