Java/ API Engineer

TEK Systems; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account

Job summary

American Express is seeking a Java/API Engineer to support scalable backend systems and microservices, enabling integration across enterprise platforms in Phoenix, AZ. You will design and build RESTful APIs and distributed services for high-performance applications.

This contract-to-hire role emphasizes Kafka messaging, CI/CD with Jenkins, Git, Maven, and cloud/container tech. Hybrid work in Phoenix, AZ is offered with competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• Experience with cloud platforms (GCP, AWS, Azure).
• Familiarity with containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes).
• Exposure to:Data engineering workflows.
• Contact center or CX-related systems.
• Experience with high-volume transactional systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop RESTful APIs and microservices using Java and Spring Boot.
• Build and maintain scalable backend applications supporting high-throughput systems.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following best practices.
• Develop and support microservices architectures that are resilient and scalable.
• Work with Kafka or similar messaging systems to produce and consume event streams.
• Integrate APIs with Relational and NoSQL databases and external services.
• Participate in CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, Git, Maven).
• Assist in monitoring, logging, and performance optimization.

Skills

Api

Java

Rest

Microservices

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

GCP

AWS

Azure

Kafka

Job description

Description

American Express is hiring a Java/API Engineer to support the development of scalable backend systems and microservices, enabling integration across enterprise platforms including data systems, customer experience platforms, and internal services.This role focuses on building high-performance APIs and distributed backend services, serving as a foundational layer for multiple applications and platforms.Key ResponsibilitiesBackend DevelopmentDesign and develop RESTful APIs and microservices using Java and Spring BootBuild and maintain scalable backend applications supporting high-throughput systemsWrite clean, maintainable, and efficient code following best practicesMicroservices & Distributed SystemsDevelop and support microservices architectures that are resilient and scalableWork with distributed systems and asynchronous processing modelsImplement patterns such as circuit breakers, retries, and service discoveryMessaging & Event ProcessingWork with Kafka or similar messaging systems to:Produce and consume event streamsSupport real-time or near real-time data processingEnable communication between services in an event-driven architectureData & System IntegrationIntegrate APIs with:Relational and NoSQL databasesExternal services and third-party APIsInternal enterprise systemsSupport backend services that interact with data platforms and downstream analytics systemsCloud & DevOpsDeploy and manage applications in a cloud environment (GCP preferred)Participate in CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, Git, Maven)Support monitoring, logging, and performance optimization

Skills

Api, Java, Rest, Microservices

Top Skills Details

Api,Java,Rest,Microservices

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience with cloud platforms (GCP, AWS, Azure)Familiarity with containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes)Exposure to:Data engineering workflowsContact center or CX-related systemsExperience with high-volume transactional systems

Experience Level

Expert Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Phoenix, AZ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $55.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.

If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Phoenix,AZ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 14, 2026.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.