At American Express, the Global Merchant Services Technology team is on an exciting journey to redefine the merchant payment experience, and they are looking for an Engineering Director to join them on this mission.
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of professional experience in software development using Java technologies
- Expertise in Vert.x, Spring Boot, RESTful microservices
- Hands-on experience with React, JavaScript, Ignite, Spark, Kafka, PostgreSQL, Cassandra, and Yellowbrick (Apache Ignite is a plus)
- Experience with distributed (multi-tiered) systems, algorithms, relational or NoSQL databases
- Hands-on experience with application design, software development and automated testing
- Experience working in Agile or other rapid application development methods
- Proficient oral and written communication skills
Responsibilities
- 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
- Using Java Technologies to drive innovation
- Finding opportunities for adopting new technologies
- Debugging basic software components and identifying code defects for remediation
Other
- Degree in computer science, computer engineering or a related field
- 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
- 6% Company Match on retirement savings plan
- 20+ weeks paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of gender
