We’re the world’s leading provider of secure financial messaging services, headquartered in Belgium. We are the way the world moves value – across borders, through cities and overseas. No other organization can address the scale, precision, pace and trust that this demands, and we’re proud to support the global economy.

We’re unique too. We were established to find a better way for the global financial community to move value – a reliable, safe and secure approach that the community can trust, completely. We’re always striving to be better and are constantly evolving in an ever-changing landscape, without undermining that trust. Five decades on, our vibrant community reflects the complexity and diversity of the financial ecosystem. We innovate diligently, test exhaustively, then implement fast. In a connected and exciting era, our mission has never been more relevant. Swift now has a presence in 200+ countries and legal territories to serve a community of more than 12,000 banks and financial institutions.

Are you an experienced systems engineer looking for a challenging and rewarding role? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where you can make a significant impact? 

Join our team at Swift, where you will be part of a world-class organization that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence. Our team is ambitious and dedicated, working together to develop flawless solutions that support the global financial community.

In this role you will:

• Design, develop, test, install, and support various programs and systems in the PKI and real time messaging ecosystem
• Support project proposals by providing cost/benefit justifications while collaborating with collaborators across functional and geographical lines.
• Collaborate with customers to comprehend their needs and requirements, suggesting standard methodology systems solutions for small to medium-sized projects.
• Analyze detailed systems factors, including input/output requirements, information flow, hardware and software requirements, and alternative approaches.
• Validate alternative problem management proposals and determine effective solutions.
• Offer technical support and mentorship to junior team members and customers, with potential opportunities to present to management and customers.
• Investigate production issues and as needed interact with vendors or partners to resolve them
• Prepare and complete systems documentation and operating procedures.
• Lead design review meetings and coordinate activities such as schedules and costs for small project teams.
• Evaluate and recommend technical feasibility and estimates for proposed systems solutions.

 What will make you successful? We are seeking professionals with:

• Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in comp sci or closely related field 
• 5 of experience in systems development in a distributed and multi-threaded applications using C++, full stack Java, Python, Perl, OpenShift containerized systems, Linux, Bit-Bucket CI/CD pipeline

• Proven technical skills in securing high volume financial messages using PKI certificates and tools, Red Hat LDAP Directory Server, Thales HSM
• Robust knowledge of the PKI multi-layer architecture, Certificate Authorities,  Digital Certificates, Symmetric/Asymmetric keys and Post Quantum Cryptography
• Ability to successfully implement complex systems and integrate with upstream as well as downstream systems
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities including writing drivers to simulate the production environment
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience with financial systems or secure messaging services.
• Additional certifications or advanced education such as an MBA or equivalent experience.
• Experience mentoring or leading small teams.
• Familiarity with project management tools and methodologies.

The estimated salary range for a new hire into this position in Virginia is $101,303.00 to $188,135.00 USD. Salary may vary depending on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location. Our compensation packages include a competitive base salary and bonus opportunity for all employees contingent on personal and company performance. Our generous benefits program includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance with no premium costs for our employees and their families, and retirement plan plus matching 401k.

What we offer

We give you the freedom to be yourself. We are creating an environment of unique individuals – like you – with different perspectives on the financial industry and the world. A diverse and inclusive environment in which everyone’s voice counts and where you can reach your full potential.

We are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation related to accessibility during your application or interview, please contact [email protected] or indicate this in your application.

Please note that this mailbox is not monitored for general recruitment enquiries and should only be used for accessibility or accommodation-related requests (for example related to vision, hearing or neurodiversity).

All requests are confidential and will not affect your candidacy.

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Swift, we are dedicated to building a workplace where people can bring their full selves and ideas to the team, so if you are excited about this role, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every single qualification.