Principal Application Engineer (multiple openings) - IHM

Discover Financial Services, Inc.; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 148,000 - 181,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Principal Application Engineer, where you will create impactful technology solutions from day one. This role offers a collaborative culture that values unique contributions, allowing you to shine while helping millions achieve a brighter financial future. You'll engage in designing, coding, and deploying high-quality solutions, leveraging your expertise in object-oriented programming and cloud technologies. With a competitive compensation package and a range of benefits, this opportunity is perfect for those eager to make a difference in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Time Off

401(k)

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Education Assistance

Commuter Benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Recognition Program

Qualifications

• 6 years of experience in engineering-related roles.
• Strong experience in object-oriented programming with Java and JavaScript.
• Familiarity with cloud technologies and data analytics tools.

Responsibilities

• Create technology solutions for high-impact business priorities.
• Analyze, design, code, test, and deploy solutions with high quality.
• Collaborate in a team environment to achieve project goals.

Skills

SDLC methodologies (Waterfall, Agile)

Data analytics and processing tools

Shell scripting

Spark

Git

Object-oriented Programming (Java/J2EE)

JavaScript

HTML/CSS

Web Services

SOAP APIs

RESTful APIs

Spring Boot

Spring MVC

JSON

XML

Software configuration and version control tools

GitHub

Gradle

Jenkins

Nexus

Logging and monitoring tools (Splunk, Kibana)

Cloud Technologies (Teradata, AWS)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

GitHub

Jenkins

Splunk

Kibana

AWS

Teradata

Job description

With us, you’ll do meaningful work from Day 1. Our collaborative culture is built on three core behaviors: We Play to Win, We Get Better Every Day & We Succeed Together. We value what makes you unique so that you have an opportunity to shine.

Come build your future, while being the reason millions of people find a brighter financial future with Discover.

Job Description:

Employer: DFS Corporate Services LLC

Job Title: Principal Application Engineer (multiple openings)

Job Location: Riverwoods, Illinois

Job Type: Full Time

Duties: Creates technology solutions addressing high impact business priorities. Demonstrates the ability to analyze, design, code, test and deploy solutions and product features with high quality to production. Telecommuting and/or working from home may be permissible pursuant to company policies.

Requirements: Employer will accept a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field and 6 years of experience in the job offered or in an Engineering-related occupation.

Position required skills: Experience in SDLC methodologies such as Waterfall and Agile; Data analytics and processing tools including Shell scripting, Spark or Git; Object-oriented Programming with Java/J2EE, JavaScript, HTML/CSS; Web technologies including Web Services, SOAP APIs, RESTful APIs, Spring Boot, Spring MVC, JSON, and XML; Software configuration and version control tools including GitHub, Gradle, Jenkins, Nexus; Logging and monitoring tools including Splunk and Kibana; Cloud Technologies including Teradata and AWS.

Position eligible for incentives under Employee Referral Program

Rate of Pay: The base pay for this position generally ranges between $148,949.00 to $180,200.00. Additional incentives may be provided as part of a market competitive total compensation package. Factors, such as but not limited to, geographical location, relevant experience, education, and skill level may impact the pay for this position.

Benefits: We offer a range of benefits including Paid Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, 401(k), Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, STD, Life, LTD, AD&D, Recognition Program, Education Assistance, Commuter Benefits, Family Support Programs, Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Learn more at mydiscoverbenefits.com.

QUALIFIED APPLICANTS: Please apply directly through our website by clicking on “Apply Now.”

Application Deadline: The application window is anticipated to close on Jun-28-2025. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. The posting may be available past this date, but it is not guaranteed.