Hertz Global Holdings, Inc

Payments Engineer

Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • 4+ years of software engineering experience, with 2+ years in building or operating payment systems.
  • Hands-on experience with major payment gateways or processors such as Adyen, CyberSource, or Stripe.
  • Proficiency in a modern backend language like Java, Kotlin, Python, or Go.
  • Working knowledge of PCI DSS, tokenization, encryption, and secure payment data handling.
  • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Strong debugging and root-cause analysis skills across distributed systems.

Responsibilities

  • Design, build, test, and deploy scalable cloud-native payment applications and services.
  • Implement integrations with payment gateways and processors.
  • Build and maintain APIs for transaction processing and settlement flows.
  • Implement and tune fraud signals and chargeback workflows in collaboration with Risk and Fraud teams.
  • Build observability into all payment paths with structured logging and alerting.
  • Participate in on-call rotation to respond to incidents and lead post-incident reviews.
  • Continuously improve developer experience and code quality.

Benefits

  • Up to 40% off standard Hertz rentals.
  • Paid Time Off.
  • Medical, Dental & Vision plan options.
  • Retirement programs with 401(k) employer matching.
  • Paid Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance.
  • Employee Assistance Program for employees and family.
  • Educational Reimbursement & Discounts.
  • Voluntary Insurance Programs for pets, legal/identity theft, and critical illness.
  • Perks & Discounts such as theme park tickets and gym discounts.
Full Job Description
Job Description

A Day in the Life:

The Payments Engineer is a hands-on engineering building and operating Hertz's payment systems and integrations. This role designs, builds, tests, deploys, and maintains Cloud enabled payment engine and services across card-present, card-not-present, and alternative payment methods, including tokenization, fraud signals, settlement, and reconciliation flows.

The Payments Engineer reports to the Sr Manager Payments Engineering, partners closely with the Solutions Architect on design and pattern adoption, participates in on-call rotation, and contributes to the engineering culture and standards of the team.

What You'll Do:
  • Design, build, test, and deploy scalable and secure cloud-native payment applications, services and integrations across card-present, card-not-present, and alternative payment methods.
  • Implement integrations with payment gateways and processors such as Adyen, CyberSource, Stripe, Braintree, Worldpay, or FIS.
  • Implement tokenization, vault interactions, and secure handling of cardholder data within PCI scope.
  • Build and maintain APIs and event flows for authorization, capture, refund, void, chargeback, and settlement.
  • Implement and tune fraud signals, scoring rules, and chargeback dispute workflows in coordination with the Risk and Fraud teams.
  • Build observability into all payment paths, including structured logs, metrics, traces, and alerting.
  • Participate in on-call rotation; respond to incidents and lead post-incident reviews for areas you own.
  • Drive measurable improvements in transaction success rate, latency, and reliability for the systems you own.
  • Write secure code aligned with PCI DSS and Hertz security standards; participate in threat modeling and security reviews.
  • Develop resilient, event-driven services using AWS and other serverless technologies.
  • Create, configure and manage Kubernetes clusters at scale. Implement best practices and configure and manage service mesh
  • Collaborate with Product, QA, and Operations to translate business requirements into technical implementations.
  • Author and maintain technical documentation, runbooks, and architectural decision records for payment systems you own.
  • Continuously improve developer experience, build / test / deploy pipelines, and code quality.
  • Stay current on payments industry trends, card scheme rules, and emerging payment methods.
  • Ensure compliance with all Corporate Policies and Procedures, PCI DSS, and SOX requirements.


What We're Looking For:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • 4+ years of software engineering experience, with 2+ years' building or operating payment systems.
  • Hands-on experience with at least one major payment gateway or processor such as Adyen, CyberSource, Stripe, Braintree, Worldpay, FIS, or ACI.
  • Proficiency in a modern backend language such as Java, Kotlin, Python, or Go, and experience with REST and event-driven APIs.
  • Working knowledge of PCI DSS, tokenization, encryption, and secure handling of payment data.
  • Experience with relational and / or distributed data stores; comfortable writing and tuning SQL.
  • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and CI / CD pipelines.
  • Strong debugging and root-cause analysis skills, including across distributed systems.
  • Effective written and oral communication.
  • Experience with fraud platforms, 3D Secure, or chargeback / dispute systems is a plus.
  • Experience with ISO 8583 or ISO 20022 messaging is a plus.
  • Experience working in a regulated or compliance-heavy environment (PCI, SOX, or similar) is a plus.
  • Industry experience in transportation, hospitality, retail, or marketplace businesses is a plus.


We expect the starting salary to be around $90,000, Actual salary will be determined based on relevant work experience

What You'll Get:
  • Up to 40% off the base rate of any standard Hertz Rental
  • Paid Time Off
  • Medical, Dental & Vision plan options
  • Retirement programs, including 401(k) employer matching
  • Paid Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance
  • Employee Assistance Program for employees & family
  • Educational Reimbursement & Discounts
  • Voluntary Insurance Programs - Pet, Legal/Identity Theft, Critical Illness
  • Perks & Discounts -Theme Park Tickets, Gym Discounts & more


About Hertz Global Holdings, Inc

Hertz is the largest worldwide airport general use car rental company with more than 1,700 airport locations in the U.S. and more than 1,300 airport locations internationally. Product and service initiatives such as Hertz Gold Plus Rewards, NeverLost®, Carfirmations,?Mobile Wi-Fi, and unique vehicles offered through the Adrenaline, Dream, Family,?Fun,?Green and Prestige Collections set Hertz apart from the competition. Additionally, Hertz owns the vehicle leasing and fleet management leader Donlen Corporation, operates the Hertz 24/7 hourly car rental business and sells vehicles through its Rent2Buy program. The company also owns Hertz Equipment Rental Corporation (HERC), one of the largest equipment rental businesses with more than 355 locations worldwide offering a diverse line of equipment and tools for rent and sale. HERC primarily serves the construction, industrial, oil, gas, entertainment and government sectors.

Hertz Global Holdings, Inc Careers

Join the dynamic team at Hertz Global Holdings, Inc, a global leader in the car rental industry, and drive your career forward with one of the most recognized companies worldwide. At Hertz, we offer more than just job opportunities; we provide a platform for professional growth and innovation in a workplace that values diversity and leadership.

Work You’ll Do

Embark on a career journey with Hertz Global Holdings, Inc, where you will be part of a team that champions digital transformation and leads with a forward-thinking approach in the mobility sector. Our employees are equipped with the skills to master complex challenges and leverage technology for streamlined solutions.

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Hertz believes in nurturing talent and providing our team with the education and tools they need to succeed. From leadership training programs to hands-on internship experiences, our commitment to professional development ensures that your career trajectory is always upward. With diverse job opportunities across various functions, Hertz empowers you to excel in your chosen field.

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Our company culture thrives on teamwork, diversity, and a commitment to excellence. At Hertz, you will work alongside industry experts who are enthusiastic about mentoring and sharing knowledge through robust networking and training programs. We celebrate different perspectives and encourage our team members to bring their unique insights to the table.

Benefits and Perks

Choosing a career at Hertz Global Holdings, Inc means opting for a path filled with rewarding experiences and comprehensive benefits. We value our employees’ well-being and offer competitive packages that include health, financial, and lifestyle benefits to ensure a balanced and fulfilling professional life.

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