Software Engineer I

About the Role

The Enterprise Technology Services organization at American Express powers the company’s growth and innovation, driving competitive differentiation with speed and trust. We support the delivery and operations of technology, digital, and data capabilities, platforms, and services globally, ensuring 24x7 support for a high-quality experience for customers and colleagues. American Express is undergoing an exciting transformation, led by a nimble and creative team shaping our technology and product roadmap. If you possess the talent and desire to deliver innovative digital and servicing products rapidly, serving customers seamlessly across various channels, join our transformation team! You will be part of a fast-paced entrepreneurial team responsible for delivering projects supporting our global customer base.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, debug, and maintain software applications and services under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Participate in user story analysis, sprint planning, and design discussions to understand business and technical requirements.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following established engineering standards and best practices.
• Assist in developing RESTful APIs, microservices, and application components using modern development frameworks and tools.
• Participate in code reviews, unit testing, integration testing, and defect resolution to ensure high-quality software delivery.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Product, QA, and Engineering, to deliver features and enhancements in an Agile environment.
• Support the automation of testing, deployment, and operational processes to improve development efficiency.
• Troubleshoot and resolve application issues under the guidance of senior team members.
• Learn and adopt new technologies, development frameworks, and engineering best practices to continuously improve technical skills.
• Contribute to technical documentation, knowledge sharing, and team collaboration to support ongoing development activities.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Science Engineering, or a related field required; advanced degree is preferred.
• Experience: 0.6 months and above of software development experience (through academic projects, internships, or professional experience).
• Functional Skills:
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to understand and interpret business and technical requirements.
  • Basic understanding of Agile methodologies and software development lifecycle (SDLC).
  • Knowledge of object-oriented programming (OOP) concepts and software design principles.
  • Familiarity with application configuration, deployment, and version control tools (e.g., Git).
  • Basic understanding of REST APIs, microservices, and distributed application concepts.
  • Exposure to cloud platforms (GCP, AWS, or Azure).
  • Familiarity with CI/CD tools and DevOps practices.
  • Basic knowledge of relational and/or NoSQL databases and SQL programming.
  • Strong understanding of programming fundamentals, data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented programming concepts.
• Soft Skills: Strong communication, collaboration, and teamwork skills. Demonstrated curiosity, learning agility, and a proactive mindset.

Benefits & Culture

At American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of innovation, shared values, and an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities, and colleagues. You'll experience comprehensive support for your holistic well-being and many opportunities to learn new skills, develop as a leader, and grow your career. We back you with benefits that support your holistic well-being, including:

• Competitive base salaries and bonus incentives.
• Support for financial well-being and retirement.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits.
• Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite, or virtual arrangements.
• Generous paid parental leave policies.
• Free access to global on-site wellness centers and confidential counseling support.
• Career development and training opportunities. American Express is an equal opportunity employer.