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We are a leading provider in ecommerce recurring billing, and our middleware powers over 200,000 terminals and processes over two billion transactions annually. Our applications support over 800 integrations into POS solutions. We have built our reputation through seamless integration of payment terminals and POS systems and are continuing to innovate in creating a terminal and acquirer independent payment solicitor for in-store. Our clients include major banks and retailers such as Woolworths, David Jones, JB Hi-Fi, and Bunnings.\nOur goal is to continuously lead the payments industry withnew technologydelivering value to clients, which who include merchants, banks,acquirersand POS vendors, expanding our presence into other regions.\nAbout the Role\nWe’re looking for a Senior Cybersecurity Engineer to join our Security team and take ownership of building Linkly’s internal penetration testing capability. 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