Software Engineer I

American Express; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus incentives

Medical benefits

Flexible working model

Parental leave

Job summary

American Express in Bengaluru is seeking a Software Engineer-I to develop and maintain scalable applications. You will write clean, efficient code, participate in code reviews, and support automated testing across environments.

You will collaborate with product and business teams to align technology initiatives with objectives, applying knowledge of distributed systems, Java or Go, and modern development practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent
• Knowledge of distributed (multi-tiered) systems, algorithms, NoSQL and relational databases
• Knowledge of core tools used in planning, analyzing, crafting, building, testing, configuring, and maintaining of assigned application(s)

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains software applications
• Writes clean, efficient, and well-documented code
• Completes code reviews and automated testing with guidance from peers and leaders
• Debugs basic software components and identifies code defects for remediation
• Supports and monitors software across test, integration, and production environments
• Collaborates with teams in product and business to align technology initiatives with business objectives

Skills

Java

Go

Code reviews

Automated testing

Distributed systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/CE

Tools

Git

JUnit

CI/CD

Job description

Job Description

The Enterprise Technology Services organization partners with every part of the American Express business to power the company’s growth and innovation with trust and efficiency and drive competitive differentiation with speed. We support the delivery and operations of technology, digital, and data capabilities, platforms, and services globally. Specifically, our team is responsible for the company’s technology engineering, architecture, and infrastructure, providing 24x7 support to ensure an uninterrupted, high-quality experience for customers and colleagues. We also provide product management for core enterprise platforms, and lead technology risk and information security, enterprise data governance and platforms, digital product and design, and enterprise AI platforms on behalf of the company.

Software Engineer-I develops and maintains software applications, writes clean and efficient code, completes code reviews with guidance and automated testing to ensure high-quality deliverables, debugs software components, and supports and monitors software across various environments.

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains software applications
• Writes clean, efficient, and well-documented code
• Completes code reviews and automated testing with guidance from peers and leaders
• Debugs basic software components and identifies code defects for remediation
• Supports and monitors software across test, integration, and production environments
• Collaborates and co-creates effectively with teams in product and the business to align technology initiatives with business objectives

Qualifications

Education Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, and/or comparable experience
• Knowledge of distributed (multi-tiered) systems, algorithms, NoSQL and relational databases
• Knowledge of the core tools used in the planning, analyzing, crafting, building, testing, configuring, and maintaining of assigned application(s)

Work Experience

• Upto 2 years of Software engineering and development experience or a related job
• Experience in application design, software development, and automated testing
• Experience in object-oriented design and coding with variety of languages
• Experience in distributed (multi-tiered) systems, algorithms, and relational databases
• Experience in Agile software development methodologies and practices such as Scrum/Kanban, iterations, user stories
• Experience in automation testing and documentation (i.e. automated, functional, and performance)
• Knowledge in Java/Go is preferred

About Us

At American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of innovation, shared values and Leadership Behaviors, and an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities, and colleagues. From delivering differentiated products to providing world-class customer service, we operate with a strong risk mindset, ensuring we continue to uphold our brand promise of trust, security, and service. As part of Team Amex, you’ll experience our powerful backing with comprehensive support for your holistic well-being and many opportunities to learn new skills, develop as a leader, and grow your career. Here, your voice and ideas matter, your work makes an impact, and together, you will help us define the future of American Express.

About The Team

We back you with benefits that support your holistic well-being so you can be and deliver your best. This means caring for you and your loved ones' physical, financial, and mental health, as well as providing the flexibility you need to thrive personally and professionally:

• 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

American Express is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law.

Offer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations.