Software Engineer III at American Express

The Enterprise Technology Services organization partners with every part of the

American Express business to power the company’s growth and innovation with

trust and efficiency, and drive competitive differentiation with speed, by

supporting the delivery and operations of technology capabilities, platforms,

and services globally. Specifically, the team is responsible for the company’s

technology engineering, architecture, and infrastructure, providing 24×7 support

to ensure an uninterrupted, high-quality experience for external customers and

internal colleagues. It also encompasses product management for core enterprise

platforms, as well as technology risk and information security; enterprise data

governance and platforms; digital product and design; and enterprise AI

platforms across American Express.

RESPONSIBILITIES

* Owns all technical aspects of software development for assigned applications.

Performs hands-on architecture, design, and development of systems.

* Functions as members of an agile team and helps drive consistent development

practices with tools, common components, and documentation.

* Typically spends 80% of time writing code and testing, and remainder of time

collaborating with stakeholders through ongoing product/platform releases.

* Develops deep understanding of tie-ins with other Amex systems and platforms

within the supported domains.

* Writes code and unit tests, works on API specs, automation, and conducts code

reviews and testing.

* Performs ongoing refactoring of code, utilizes visualization and other

techniques to fast-track concepts, and deliver continuous improvement –

Identifies opportunities to adopt innovative technologies.

* Provides continuous support for ongoing application availability.

* Works closely with product owners on blueprints and annual planning of

feature sets that impact multiple platforms and products.

* Works with product owners to prioritize features for ongoing sprints and

managing a list of technical requirements based on industry trends, new

technologies, known defects, and issues.

QUALIFICATIONS

* Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, other technical

discipline, or equivalent work experience

* 5+ years of software development experience

* Demonstrated experience with Agile or other rapid application development

methods

* Demonstrated experience with object-oriented design and coding

* Demonstrated experience on these core technical skills (Mandatory)

* Core Java, Spring Framework, Java EE

* Relational Database (Postgres / MySQL / DB2 etc)

* Cloud development (Micro-services)

* Parallel & distributed (multi-tiered) systems

* Application design, software development and automated testing

* Demonstrated experience on these additional technical skills (Nice to Have)

* Unix / Shell scripting

* Python / Scala

* Message Queuing, Stream processing (Kafka)

* Elastic Search

* Webservices, open API development, and REST concepts

* Experience with implementing integrated automated release management using

tools/technologies/frameworks like Maven, Git, code/security review tools,

Jenkins, Automated testing and Junit.

At American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of

innovation, shared values

[https://www.americanexpress.com/en-us/company/who-we-are/]and Leadership

Behaviors, and an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities, and

colleagues. From delivering differentiated products to providing world-class

customer service, we operate with a strong risk mindset, ensuring we continue to

uphold our brand promise of trust, security, and service.

As part of Team Amex, you’ll experience our powerful backing with comprehensive

support for your holistic well-being and many opportunities to learn new skills,

develop as a leader, and grow your career. Here, your voice and ideas matter,

your work makes an impact, and together, you will help us define the future of

American Express.

We back you with benefits that support your holistic well-being so you can be

and deliver your best. This means caring for you and your loved ones' physical,

financial, and mental health, as well as providing the flexibility you need to

thrive personally and professionally:

* Competitive base salaries

* Bonus incentives

* Support for financial-well-being and retirement

* Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability

benefits (depending on location)

* Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending

on role and business need

* Generous paid parental leave policies (depending on your location)

* Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and

doctors (depending on location)

* Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program

* Career development and training opportunities

American Express is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions

without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender

identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other

status protected by law.

Offer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful

completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and

regulations.