Principal Software Engineer – SME Partnerships Platform

About the role

Mastercard is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to lead the architectural vision of its SME Partnerships platform. The role focuses on designing secure, scalable, cloud‑native solutions that support global business growth and high‑volume transaction processing.

Key responsibilities

• Define and lead the architectural vision for Mastercard’s SME Partnerships platform, delivering secure, scalable, and cloud‑native solutions that support global business growth.
• Design and champion modern engineering standards, ensuring all solutions align with 12‑factor application principles, enterprise security requirements, and industry best practices.
• Develop and maintain architectural roadmaps, technical blueprints, and service designs that drive the evolution of partnership and cash‑flow platforms.
• Partner closely with product, engineering, and technology leaders to translate business objectives into innovative, compliant, and high‑performing technology solutions.
• Guide architecture teams in implementation, ensuring resilience and high performance at global scale.

Required profile

• Proven experience designing and building cloud‑native solutions that operate at global scale.
• Deep expertise in modern software architecture and high‑transaction volume systems.
• Strong ability to influence cross‑functional teams and drive technical strategy.

Required skills

• Cloud‑native architecture principles (e.g., 12‑factor applications).
• Enterprise security best practices.
• Scalable, resilient service design.