Senior Software Engineer II
American Express · Posted Nov 6
Banking, credit card, payment network, and travel services
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About the role
The Enterprise Technology Services organization partners with every part of the American Express business to support the delivery and operations of technology, digital, and data capabilities, platforms, and services globally, including technology engineering, architecture, infrastructure, enterprise data governance, and enterprise AI platforms. The team provides 24x7 support for an uninterrupted, high-quality experience for customers and colleagues. This role leads Java backend engineering teams, driving design of scalable microservices, cloud adoption, CI/CD and DevOps practices, and modernization of legacy systems.
What you will do
- Lead and manage high-performing Java backend engineering teams, ensuring technical excellence and timely delivery.
- Drive the design and development of scalable, secure, and highly available applications using Java, Spring Boot, and microservices.
- Provide technical leadership in system architecture, design reviews, technology selection, and engineering best practices.
- Own end-to-end project delivery, including planning, execution, resource allocation, risk management, and quality assurance.
- Collaborate with Product Managers, Architects, Business Stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to align technology solutions with business objectives.
- Drive cloud adoption, CI/CD automation, DevOps practices, and continuous improvement in engineering processes.
- Ensure application performance, production stability, security, compliance, and operational excellence.
- Mentor and develop engineering talent through coaching, performance management, hiring, and career development.
- Define and monitor engineering KPIs, including delivery predictability, code quality, system reliability, and team productivity.
- Drive technical innovation, modernization of legacy systems, reduction of technical debt, and long-term technology strategy.
Skills used in this role
What the employer is looking for
- Education: Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related engineering discipline.
- Experience: Minimum 8+ years of experience in software development, with strong expertise in Java backend technologies.
- Hands-on experience with Java, Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Hibernate, and microservices architecture.
- Strong knowledge of RESTful APIs, distributed systems, and enterprise application development.
- Experience with relational and NoSQL databases such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle, and MongoDB.
- Working knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP), Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pi
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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