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Senior IT Engineer roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's "engineer" and "computer systems analyst" categories. Canadian citizens can secure TN status at the border or a U.S. port of entry. Mexican nationals require consular processing. Employers file no lottery, and renewals are indefinite.
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Get Access To All JobsABOUT AIRWALLEX
Airwallex is the only unified payments and financial platform for global businesses. Powered by our unique combination of proprietary infrastructure and software, we empower over 200,000 businesses worldwide – including Brex, Rippling, Navan, Qantas, SHEIN and many more – with fully integrated solutions to manage everything from business accounts, payments, spend management and treasury, to embedded finance at a global scale.
Proudly founded in Melbourne, we have a team of over 2,000 of the brightest and most innovative people in tech across 26 offices around the globe. Valued at US$8 billion and backed by world-leading investors including T. Rowe Price, Visa, Mastercard, Robinhood Ventures, Sequoia, Salesforce Ventures, DST Global, and Lone Pine Capital, Airwallex is leading the charge in building the global payments and financial platform of the future. If you’re ready to do the most ambitious work of your career, join us.
ATTRIBUTES WE VALUE
We hire successful builders with founder-like energy who want real impact, accelerated learning, and true ownership. You bring strong role-related expertise and sharp thinking, and you’re motivated by our mission and operating principles. You move fast with good judgment, dig deep with curiosity, and make decisions from first principles, balancing speed and rigor.
You're humble and collaborative; turn zero‑to‑one ideas into real products, and you “get stuff done” end-to-end. You use AI to work smarter and solve problems faster. Here, you’ll tackle complex, high‑visibility problems with exceptional teammates and grow your career as we build the future of global banking. If that sounds like you, let’s build what’s next.
ABOUT THE TEAM
Corporate IT drives our IT support, IT engineering and business engineering functions at Airwallex. IT Engineering is the core team that drives our technology experiences from communications and video conferencing to managing our computers, applications, identity and access management. We design, build and run the systems and services our Airwallex team uses to build our product, serve our customers and run our business. We partner with every team in the business, from Finance to Engineering, People Operations and Support and solve problems and create solutions for the many challenges our teams face.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
As an IT Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of resolving technical challenges for our business and IT operations teams. You'll tackle system issues and escalations head-on, implementing robust solutions to drive efficiency. With a strong emphasis on identity engineering, you'll own and optimize our Okta platform, defining how employees access our services globally. Your expertise in access controls and authentication rules will make you the go-to subject matter expert for both IT and INFOSEC, offering a significant opportunity to build a world-class identity function within our IT engineering team.
This role is based in Sydney, Melbourne, Singapore or San Francisco.
Responsibilities
- Design, implement and maintain our identity and authentication systems at Airwallex (Okta, Google Workspace, etc.)
- Manage and improve our auth policies, access controls and build (or rebuild) a strong access management policy within our identity systems
- Automate and orchestrate user lifecycles across our systems and services - from beginning to end
- Own the full lifecycle of features and products within this space, from proof-of-concept to implementation to operations and maintenance – leading projects from start to finish
- Handle escalations from IT teams where relevant
- Work closely with INFOSEC, People Ops, Engineering and IT teams to build systems that scale as we grow globally
- Integrate our tools with new and existing platforms (cloud, GCP, etc.) and across our SaaS portfolio (SFDC, Slack, Google, etc.)
- Build and maintain custom tools or services if needed to solve our problems
- Respond to incidents as part of an on-call roster or in emergencies
- Write documentation and maintain diagrams of your solutions and applications, ensuring readability and understanding
- Work with IT Operations and IT Engineering to help fill gaps and collaborate on other projects and services
- Constantly learn, test, evaluate and enhance our products and offerings – never letting anything get stale
WHO YOU ARE
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, 5+ years of relevant experience in a similar role.
- Strong, demonstrated written and verbal English communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to write strong technical documents.
- Expert level understanding of common identity standards, including SAML, OAuth, SSO, etc.
- Expert level experience with Okta.
- Experience with a programming language, such as python, and infrastructure as code (i.e. Terraform) and scripting or automation tools.
- Experience using and understanding of cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, etc.)
- Understanding of RBAC, ABAC, PBAC, ACLs and common access management principles in security and corporate IT environments.
- Experience working in all SaaS-based systems and applications.
- Strong understanding of MDM systems (macOS, windows; kandji, JAMF, intune, etc.)
- Ability to move fast and urgently, making correct decisions and assumptions – sometimes without all the information.
APPLICANT SAFETY POLICY: FRAUD AND THIRD-PARTY RECRUITERS
To protect you from recruitment scams, please be aware that Airwallex will not ask for bank details, sensitive ID numbers (i.e. passport), or any form of payment during the application or interview process. All official communication will come from an @airwallex.com email address. Please apply only through careers.airwallex.com or our official LinkedIn page.
Airwallex does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms/recruiters. Airwallex will not pay any fees to search firms/recruiters if a candidate is submitted by a search firm/recruiter unless an agreement has been entered into with respect to specific open position(s). Search firms/recruiters submitting resumes to Airwallex on an unsolicited basis shall be deemed to accept this condition, regardless of any other provision to the contrary.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Airwallex is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and anyone seeking employment at Airwallex is considered based on merit, qualifications, competence and talent. We don’t regard color, religion, race, national origin, sexual orientation, ancestry, citizenship, sex, marital or family status, disability, gender, or any other legally protected status when making our hiring decisions. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.
ABOUT AIRWALLEX
Airwallex is the only unified payments and financial platform for global businesses. Powered by our unique combination of proprietary infrastructure and software, we empower over 200,000 businesses worldwide – including Brex, Rippling, Navan, Qantas, SHEIN and many more – with fully integrated solutions to manage everything from business accounts, payments, spend management and treasury, to embedded finance at a global scale.
Proudly founded in Melbourne, we have a team of over 2,000 of the brightest and most innovative people in tech across 26 offices around the globe. Valued at US$8 billion and backed by world-leading investors including T. Rowe Price, Visa, Mastercard, Robinhood Ventures, Sequoia, Salesforce Ventures, DST Global, and Lone Pine Capital, Airwallex is leading the charge in building the global payments and financial platform of the future. If you’re ready to do the most ambitious work of your career, join us.
ATTRIBUTES WE VALUE
We hire successful builders with founder-like energy who want real impact, accelerated learning, and true ownership. You bring strong role-related expertise and sharp thinking, and you’re motivated by our mission and operating principles. You move fast with good judgment, dig deep with curiosity, and make decisions from first principles, balancing speed and rigor.
You're humble and collaborative; turn zero‑to‑one ideas into real products, and you “get stuff done” end-to-end. You use AI to work smarter and solve problems faster. Here, you’ll tackle complex, high‑visibility problems with exceptional teammates and grow your career as we build the future of global banking. If that sounds like you, let’s build what’s next.
ABOUT THE TEAM
Corporate IT drives our IT support, IT engineering and business engineering functions at Airwallex. IT Engineering is the core team that drives our technology experiences from communications and video conferencing to managing our computers, applications, identity and access management. We design, build and run the systems and services our Airwallex team uses to build our product, serve our customers and run our business. We partner with every team in the business, from Finance to Engineering, People Operations and Support and solve problems and create solutions for the many challenges our teams face.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
As an IT Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of resolving technical challenges for our business and IT operations teams. You'll tackle system issues and escalations head-on, implementing robust solutions to drive efficiency. With a strong emphasis on identity engineering, you'll own and optimize our Okta platform, defining how employees access our services globally. Your expertise in access controls and authentication rules will make you the go-to subject matter expert for both IT and INFOSEC, offering a significant opportunity to build a world-class identity function within our IT engineering team.
This role is based in Sydney, Melbourne, Singapore or San Francisco.
Responsibilities
- Design, implement and maintain our identity and authentication systems at Airwallex (Okta, Google Workspace, etc.)
- Manage and improve our auth policies, access controls and build (or rebuild) a strong access management policy within our identity systems
- Automate and orchestrate user lifecycles across our systems and services - from beginning to end
- Own the full lifecycle of features and products within this space, from proof-of-concept to implementation to operations and maintenance – leading projects from start to finish
- Handle escalations from IT teams where relevant
- Work closely with INFOSEC, People Ops, Engineering and IT teams to build systems that scale as we grow globally
- Integrate our tools with new and existing platforms (cloud, GCP, etc.) and across our SaaS portfolio (SFDC, Slack, Google, etc.)
- Build and maintain custom tools or services if needed to solve our problems
- Respond to incidents as part of an on-call roster or in emergencies
- Write documentation and maintain diagrams of your solutions and applications, ensuring readability and understanding
- Work with IT Operations and IT Engineering to help fill gaps and collaborate on other projects and services
- Constantly learn, test, evaluate and enhance our products and offerings – never letting anything get stale
WHO YOU ARE
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, 5+ years of relevant experience in a similar role.
- Strong, demonstrated written and verbal English communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to write strong technical documents.
- Expert level understanding of common identity standards, including SAML, OAuth, SSO, etc.
- Expert level experience with Okta.
- Experience with a programming language, such as python, and infrastructure as code (i.e. Terraform) and scripting or automation tools.
- Experience using and understanding of cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, etc.)
- Understanding of RBAC, ABAC, PBAC, ACLs and common access management principles in security and corporate IT environments.
- Experience working in all SaaS-based systems and applications.
- Strong understanding of MDM systems (macOS, windows; kandji, JAMF, intune, etc.)
- Ability to move fast and urgently, making correct decisions and assumptions – sometimes without all the information.
APPLICANT SAFETY POLICY: FRAUD AND THIRD-PARTY RECRUITERS
To protect you from recruitment scams, please be aware that Airwallex will not ask for bank details, sensitive ID numbers (i.e. passport), or any form of payment during the application or interview process. All official communication will come from an @airwallex.com email address. Please apply only through careers.airwallex.com or our official LinkedIn page.
Airwallex does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms/recruiters. Airwallex will not pay any fees to search firms/recruiters if a candidate is submitted by a search firm/recruiter unless an agreement has been entered into with respect to specific open position(s). Search firms/recruiters submitting resumes to Airwallex on an unsolicited basis shall be deemed to accept this condition, regardless of any other provision to the contrary.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Airwallex is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and anyone seeking employment at Airwallex is considered based on merit, qualifications, competence and talent. We don’t regard color, religion, race, national origin, sexual orientation, ancestry, citizenship, sex, marital or family status, disability, gender, or any other legally protected status when making our hiring decisions. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Senior IT Engineer
Align your credentials to TN categories
Senior IT Engineer roles must map to a recognized TN occupation. A degree in computer science, engineering, or a related technical field is required. A general IT or business degree without a technical focus may not satisfy adjudicators.
Target employers with recent visa filing experience
Companies with recent visa filings demonstrate experience navigating work visa sponsorship requirements and specialty occupation qualifications. Prioritize organizations with established immigration teams over those processing their first foreign national hire—they're more likely to understand the support letter preparation and presentation processes TN sponsorship requires.
Request a detailed TN support letter early
Your employer's support letter must describe the role's duties, your specific technical qualifications, and the USMCA occupational category. Vague letters listing job titles without linking duties to your credentials are the leading cause of TN denials at the port of entry.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers
Search Migrate Mate to identify Senior IT Engineer roles where employers have confirmed TN sponsorship willingness. Filtering by sponsorship history saves you from applying to companies unfamiliar with the process, reducing back-and-forth during offer negotiation.
Clarify employer status before accepting any offer
Mexican nationals need a consular appointment, which adds weeks to the start date timeline. Confirm your prospective employer's flexibility on start dates before signing an offer, so visa processing doesn't create a breach-of-offer situation.
Prepare for secondary inspection at the port of entry
Canadian citizens presenting TN documentation at the border may be referred to secondary inspection if adjudicators question the occupation classification. Carry printed copies of your degree transcripts, the support letter, and any professional certifications to resolve questions on the spot.
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Find Senior IT Engineer JobsSenior IT Engineer TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Senior IT Engineer role qualify for TN visa status?
Yes, but the classification depends on how the role is defined. TN covers engineers and computer systems analysts under USMCA. A Senior IT Engineer position focused on systems architecture, network engineering, or software engineering typically qualifies. Roles that blend management with general IT support may face scrutiny if the technical engineering duties aren't clearly documented in the employer's support letter.
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for Senior IT Engineers?
TN has no annual lottery, no cap for Canadians, and can be obtained at a U.S. port of entry on the same day for Canadian citizens. H-1B requires a lottery selection, a petitioned start date of October 1, and USCIS adjudication that can take months. For Senior IT Engineers who are Canadian or Mexican citizens, TN is faster and more predictable than competing in the H-1B lottery cycle.
Can I switch employers on a TN visa as a Senior IT Engineer?
Yes, but TN status is employer-specific. You'll need a new TN approval before or when you begin work with the new employer. Canadian citizens can obtain a new TN at a port of entry with updated documentation from the new employer. Mexican nationals must schedule a new consular appointment. You cannot simply transfer TN status the way an H-1B portability provision allows.
Where can I find Senior IT Engineer jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals searching for roles with confirmed TN sponsorship. Rather than guessing which employers are willing to sponsor, Migrate Mate surfaces Senior IT Engineer positions from employers who have indicated openness to TN candidates, cutting down time spent on unresponsive applications.
What documentation does my employer need to provide for my TN application?
Your employer must produce a detailed support letter on company letterhead that identifies the TN occupational category, describes your specific technical duties, confirms the professional nature of the role, states the anticipated duration of employment, and explains how your academic credentials qualify you for that category. Transcripts, degree certificates, and any relevant professional licenses strengthen the filing alongside the letter.
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