Senior Software Engineer I
American Express · Posted Nov 6
Banking, credit card, payment network, and travel services
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About the role
The Acquisition Technology team at American Express is building a modern digital application that enables seamless onboarding of Corporate Clients, using cutting-edge technologies and advanced user experiences to simplify complex onboarding journeys. The platform is built on scalable, secure, and innovative technology solutions. This role contributes to the design and development of robust backend services, working closely with engineers, architects, product owners, and cross-functional teams to enhance the corporate onboarding experience.
What you will do
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable, secure, and high-performance backend applications using Java and Spring Boot.
- Build and enhance microservices-based solutions, applying Domain-Driven Design (DDD) principles and modern architectural patterns.
- Develop RESTful APIs and event-driven integrations using Apache Kafka.
- Design and optimize data persistence solutions using PostgreSQL.
- Build containerized applications using Docker and contribute to automated CI/CD processes.
- Participate in technical design discussions, code reviews, and architectural decisions to ensure engineering excellence.
- Mentor and guide junior engineers, providing technical direction, constructive code review feedback, and support in adopting engineering best practices.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into reliable and maintainable technical solutions.
- Take ownership of development deliverables, troubleshoot complex issues, and contribute to platform stability and continuous improvement.
- Promote clean coding practices, automated testing, and secure software development standards.
Skills used in this role
What the employer is looking for
- 7+ years of overall experience in software development.
- Strong hands-on experience in backend development using Java, Spring Boot, and microservices architecture.
- Solid understanding of object-oriented programming, data structures, design patterns, and software engineering principles.
- Good knowledge of Domain-Driven Design (DDD) concepts and distributed systems.
- Experience with PostgreSQL, Apache Kafka, and Docker.
- Proficiency in RESTful API development, database design, and asynchronous processing.
- Familiarity with Git, CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and Agile development methodologies.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on delivering high-quality software.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts, collaborate effectively, and engage with diverse stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ownership, accountability, and ability to work independently as well as within a team.
Preferred qualifications
- Experience with reactive programming frameworks such as Vert.x.
- Working knowledge of React.js and Node.js.
- Exposure to cloud-native development, application observability, and performance optimization.
- Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools such as Cursor, OpenAI Codex, or similar platforms.
- Experience in financial services, digital acquisition, or corporate onboarding applications.
Benefits and support
- 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
About American Express
American Express Company is a globally recognized multinational financial services corporation specializing in payment cards, travel-related services, and network banking. Founded in 1850, the company provides charge and credit cards, expense management products, and merchant services to consumers, small businesses, and large corporations worldwide. It operates a proprietary payments network known for its premium customer engagement and lifestyle rewards programs.
- Industry
- Banking
- Company size
- 76800 employees
- Founded
- 1850-03-18
- Location
- New York City, New York, USA
- Funding stage
- Public Company
Leadership
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Chief Financial Officer
Chief Information Officer and Executive Vice President
Chief Colleague Experience Officer
Chief Marketing Officer
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