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Software Engineer II designs, develops, tests, and debugs software applications, contributes to software builds, completes code reviews and automated testing to maintain high-quality standards with guidance, supports and monitors software across environments, and adheres to security and regulatory best practices.
ResponsibilitiesAs an Engineer in GMST
you will be building core features and functions of card transaction systems on distributed platform deployed in the cloud. Actively participating in agile teams and the latest development practices, writing code and unit tests, working with API specs and automation. GMST Engineers use Java Technologies to drive innovation while also finding opportunities for adopting new technologies.
Qualifications- Computer Science, or equivalent degree, or industry experience.
- Minimum 2 years software development experience in a professional work environment working with Google Cloud technologies (BigQuery, BigTable, BigData, Spark, Scala, Java, Python, Vertx, RESTful micro services, Couchbase, Kafka, Airflow, familiarity and use of AI tools for development is plus).
- Hands-on work experience with application design, software development and automated testing
- Experience with distributed (multi-tiered) systems, algorithms, relational or NoSQL databases.
- Ability to effectively interpret technical and business objectives and challenges and eloquent solutions.
- Ability to learn and investigate new technology and business domains, question status quo and think outside of the box.
- Ability to debug basic software components and identify code defects for remediation.
- Experience working in Agile or other rapid application development methods.
- Proficient oral and written communication skills.
Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the United States is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions.
Skills Required
- Computer Science degree or equivalent degree or industry experience
- Minimum 2 years of professional software development experience
- Professional experience with Google Cloud technologies
- Experience with BigQuery, BigTable, Big Data, Spark, Scala, Java, Python, Vert.x, RESTful microservices, Couchbase, Kafka, and Airflow
- Hands-on experience with application design, software development, and automated testing
- Experience with distributed multi-tiered systems, algorithms, and relational or NoSQL databases
- Ability to interpret technical and business objectives and develop solutions
- Ability to learn new technologies and business domains, investigate issues, and challenge the status quo
- Ability to debug software components and identify defects for remediation
- Experience with Agile or other rapid application development methods
- Proficient oral and written communication skills
- Familiarity with and use of AI tools for development
American Express Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Bonuses are often viewed as strong and materially boost total compensation when combined with benefits. Company-performance bonuses are highlighted as a recurring strength.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off and paid leave are frequently highlighted as strengths within the total rewards package. These policies support work-life balance and contribute meaningfully to overall satisfaction.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are frequently mentioned as a positive component of the package. These offerings add tangible value beyond base salary.
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What We Do
At American Express, we know that with the right backing, people and businesses have the power to progress in incredible ways. Whether we’re supporting our customers’ financial confidence to move ahead, taking commerce to new heights, or encouraging people to explore the world, our colleagues are constantly striving to uphold our powerful backing promise to our customers and each other every day. These beliefs have been our North Star for 170 years as our business transformed – from helping evacuate travelers during World Wars, to ensuring the safety of our customers’ funds during the Great Depression in the U.S., to creating the Shop Small® movement to help small businesses recover from the Financial Crisis, to providing aid to communities impacted by many natural disasters and so much more. For generations, the key to our success has been the determination and resilience of our American Express colleagues. Now, as a globally integrated payments company, we work together to provide customers with access to products, insights and world-class experiences that enrich lives and build business success. Join us and let’s lead the way together.
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