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Product Engineer, Finance

airwallexUK - LondonFinance & Corporate Development
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Salary
Not listed
Job type
Full-time
Experience
Senior · 5+ yrs
Posted
1 Oct 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

Located in London, the Product Engineer, Finance role at Airwallex involves shaping the global finance function through AI-driven transformation and technical system architecture. This position suits experienced software engineers with strong product sense and a background in finance systems who want to drive strategic execution.

Role Overview

Operating from London and reporting directly to the CFO, this position sits at the intersection of strategy, technology, and execution. The professional acts as the architect of the finance systems landscape by diagnosing gaps, designing target states, and building solutions. The role entails end-to-end technical and product ownership without traditional middle management layers, requiring individuals to function as both product managers and lead engineers.

Key Responsibilities

Embed deeply with global finance teams to understand requirements and identify high-impact use cases.
Define and own the end-to-end artificial intelligence transformation roadmap for the finance function.
Own technical delivery phases spanning from initial prototypes through to production deployment.
Codify working patterns into reusable building blocks for other team members.
Lead change management and upskilling initiatives to promote the adoption of newly introduced tools.
Track, measure, and communicate project outcomes to ensure operational accountability.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of software engineering or forward-deployed engineering experience.
Strong product sense regarding commercial lenses, user experience, and business impact.
High comfort level with ambiguity and the ability to independently map technical specifications.
Pragmatic problem-solving skills with a resourceful, self-directed approach to overcoming blockers.
Clear communication skills suitable for discussing technical trade-offs and presenting outcomes to executives.

Nice to Have

Strong academic credentials from a top-tier university.
Background in top-tier management consulting, systems integration, or digital transformation leadership.
Hands-on experience with finance systems like SAP, Oracle, and Netsuite alongside automation and AI tools.
Familiarity with data architecture, analytics, and business intelligence.
Experience building software leveraging Generative AI, large language models, or automated agent workflows.
Domain knowledge in fintech, payments, multi-currency ledgering, or regulated financial systems.
Prior experience as a founder, founding engineer, or early employee.

Skills and Tools

SAP
Oracle
Netsuite
Machine Learning
Generative AI
LLMs
Automated agent workflows
Data architecture and business intelligence

About the Company

Airwallex operates as an AI-native financial operating system for a real-time, intelligent economy, serving over 676,000 businesses globally. Founded in Melbourne in 2015, the organization has expanded to more than 2,300 employees across 27 offices globally with co-headquarters in San Francisco and Singapore.

How to Apply

Candidates should apply directly on the official company careers page.

Skills and tech stack

Questions candidates ask

Where is the job located?

The position is based in London, United Kingdom.

Who does this role report to?

The role reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

How many years of experience are required?

Candidates must have 5 or more years of software or forward deployed engineering experience.

What tools and systems are relevant to this role?

Relevant systems and tools include SAP, Oracle, Netsuite, machine learning platforms, Generative AI, LLMs, and automated agent workflows.

How should candidates submit their application?

Candidates must apply through the official company careers page.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official airwallex careers page.

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