Software Engineer

Shift4 (NYSE: FOUR) is boldly redefining commerce by simplifying complex payments ecosystems across the world. As the leader in commerce-enabling technology, Shift4 powers billions of transactions annually for hundreds of thousands of businesses in virtually every industry. For more information, visit www.shift4.com.

SUMMARY

As a Software Engineer I at Shift4, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining APIs and web interfaces that support third-party integrations with restaurants, stadiums, and retail establishments. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that our merchant-facing solutions are deployed efficiently and effectively, supporting both internal and external teams. This role requires a self-motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to contribute to product releases and maintain high-quality solutions.

Please note that U.S. work visa sponsorship (such as TN, O-1, H-1B, etc.) is not available for this role now or in the future.

This is a hybrid position reporting into either one of the following offices: Center Valley, PA; Atlanta, GA; Tampa, FL; or Toronto, ON.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Continuous Integration & Deployment of APIs and Web Interfaces

• Develop and maintain stable CI/CD pipelines for merchant-facing APIs and web interfaces that integrate with third-party brands.

• Support internal teams by developing and deploying APIs that facilitate relationships with third-party brand integrations.

Triage & Support for Field Escalations

• Provide timely and effective triage for issues escalated from the field regarding solutions developed by the Growth Solutions development team.

• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve issues and maintain high service quality for deployed solutions.

Documentation & Knowledge Sharing

• Create and maintain living, scalable, and easily distributable documentation for deployment and operations, ensuring clarity and accessibility for the development and operations teams.

• Regularly update and improve documentation as new features and solutions are implemented.

Timely Project Execution

• Maintain aggressive timelines for assigned projects, ensuring timely delivery without compromising quality.

• Communicate project status updates regularly to ensure alignment with stakeholders and track progress.

Cross-Functional Relationship Management

• Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with technical team members across different brands and departments.

• Facilitate smooth communication and cooperation to ensure that solutions are developed and deployed effectively.

Engagement in Product Release Demos

• Participate in product demos during each release cycle, providing valuable input and feedback for continuous product improvement.

• Contribute to discussions around new features and enhancements, ensuring that technical aspects are accurately represented.

Ownership & Task Accountability

• Take full ownership of assigned projects, ensuring tasks are completed on time and according to specifications.

• Communicate progress clearly and proactively address challenges or blockers that may arise.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Strong self-motivation with the ability to work independently with minimal direction. 

• Excellent attention to detail and analytical problem-solving skills. 

• Proficient time-management skills with the ability to handle stress, prioritize tasks, and work under shifting deadlines. 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to learn quickly and work effectively in a dynamic environment.

Preferred:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or equivalent experience 

• Experience in front-end design and development with JavaScript, React, Ember, CSS, and HTML, and single-page applications 

• Experience with Node.js, REST APIs, webhooks and microservices. 

• Knowledge of source code management, unit testing, and CI/CD pipelines. 

• Experience with relational databases and with MS SQL and/or PostgreSQL query languages 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.