Backend Developer

*Backend Developer – United States*Are you a Software Engineer who wants to assist in the design and build of an application from the ground up? Do you like to design and build algorithms as much as you like to write code? If so, come join the global platform team that is leading the rebuilding of Western Union’s core applications in the cloud as a Backend Developer.*Motivated by our values: purpose driven, globally minded, and trustworthy & respectful*We’re a FinTech that’s using insight from customers and colleagues worldwide to improve financial services for families, small businesses, multinational corporations, and non-profit organizations. We’re a team of over 8,000 employees serving 200 countries and territories. We believe when money moves, better things happen.*Relentless pursuit of better*In this role, you will own, end to end, the software development process to include defining, designing, and implementing complex, multi-tier distributed software systems. You will use your technical and domain expertise to solve product challenges and collaborate with other engineers in geographically distributed development centers.For this role, you will have a bachelors in Computer Science or a related field with 6+ years of experience, along with excellent understanding of computer science fundamentals, data structures, algorithms, OOPs, and OOA/D. You will also have demonstrated experience in modern programming languages and design patterns.  You will also have experience in Java/J2EE, XML, Web technologies and Web Services.  You will have experience with HTTP, JavaScript and JSON and Node JS.  You will also need to have experience with unit testing and mocking frameworks.  You will need to have experience with Agile development methodologies.  Additionally, you will have experience in assessing business needs while providing creative and effective solutions in conformance to emerging technology standards. ** This role will be hiring for the following locations: Denver, New Jersey, Work from Home for Dallas and Washington.*Join us, and let’s connect the world*Western Union is transforming its business and shaping the financial services sector by driving quality, convenience, and customer service to new levels of excellence. It’s an exciting time for our organization, as the largest cross-border money transfer operator, trusted by millions of consumers around the world. If you’re ready to unleash your potential to help drive change through bottom-up innovation, apply now.We’re a company on the move, and we want our people to grow and develop. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to learn new skills and build a career, as well as a great salary and benefits package.We are passionate about our diversity. Western Union is proud to be an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer. The company will provide accommodation to applicants, including those with disabilities, during the recruitment process, in accordance with applicable laws. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or related medical conditions), national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected category.Annual base salary gross:  $82,485- $140,745 The base salary range represents the anticipated low and high end of the Western Union salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and will be based on various factors, such as candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and proficiency for the role. The base salary is one component of Western Union’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards and benefits include short term incentives, health insurance (several options to choose from), accident and life insurance, access to the best in class learning and development platforms, to name just a few!