Senior Software Engineer, AI Native Product Engineering

Xero

Senior Software Engineer shaping architecture and implementation of distributed systems. Mentoring engineers and championing AI-forward software development.

Posted 7/14/2026full-timeRemote • Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $187,100 - $233,900 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in distributed systems and cloud architecture, with a strong focus on building resilient and intelligent automation solutions. Proven ability to mentor engineers and guide cross-functional teams through complex challenges while embracing modern software tools and AI advancements.

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Distributed SystemsCloud ArchitectureAWSKubernetesAI Literacy

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Hard Skills

Product EngineeringCode DesignEngineering StandardsDatabase EvaluationBack-End Development

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationMentoringFlexibility

Tools & Technologies

AWSKubernetesModern Software Tools

Industry Keywords

Financial WorkflowsIntelligent AutomationTechnical Leadership

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCloudDistributed SystemsKubernetes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

This role invites you to step into a foundational engineering space where you will shape the architecture and implementation of distributed systems.
You will guide the development of our agentic workflow platform, a critical piece of infrastructure designed to bring durability and intelligent automation to our global software network.
By establishing code designs and engineering standards, your work ensures complex financial workflows run reliably without disruption.
Beyond technical delivery, you will champion an AI-forward approach to building software quickly and effectively.
You will serve as a technical guide and mentor, supporting engineers as they navigate highly ambiguous challenges and learn to leverage modern architectural tools.
Your leadership will directly influence how our global platforms evolve, setting the technical benchmark for engineering teams across the organisation.

Requirements

What you’ll need

You bring deep general product engineering capabilities and a thorough understanding of distributed systems and cloud architecture.
A strong familiarity with modern tools like AWS or Kubernetes allows you to evaluate and select the best databases and technologies for complex back-end traffic.
Your collaborative mindset and natural communication skills help you successfully guide cross-functional working groups through highly ambiguous environments.
An enthusiasm for AI literacy and modern software tools enables you to build quickly and embrace evolving development standards.
You possess natural mentoring qualities, finding fulfillment in coaching peers to help them build technical confidence and master new skills.
Flexibility to participate in occasional cross-region coordination with international teams fits well with your personal schedule.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Variable Pay: Permanent employees are eligible to participate in our annual bonus and equity (RSU) programs. You may also be eligible for performance-based cash or equity (RSUs) incentives depending on your role level, and company performance.
Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, and 21 days PTO, 10 days of Wellbeing leave, 5 days of Xtra Leave, 1 volunteer day, 12 paid holidays, paid parental leave.