American Express: Software Engineer I

Job Description

American Express is hiring passionate and technology-driven professionals for the role of Software Engineer I within its eCRMS – Customer 360 (C360) Engineering team. This opportunity is ideal for software developers interested in cloud-native applications, scalable backend systems, microservices architecture, frontend engineering, and real-time data processing. The role focuses on building large-scale customer-centric systems that provide a comprehensive 360-degree customer view while enabling intelligent analytics and business insights. Engineers joining this team will contribute to modern, event-driven, cloud-based applications while gaining hands-on exposure to enterprise-grade technologies used by one of the world’s leading financial services organizations.

As a Software Engineer I at American Express, candidates will participate in full-stack software development activities, contributing to backend APIs, microservices, frontend applications, and cloud infrastructure solutions. Engineers will work with technologies such as Java, React, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), AWS, relational and NoSQL databases, and event-driven messaging systems to design scalable and high-performing applications. The role involves contributing to real-time data processing services, automation tools, testing, debugging, and system reliability initiatives while collaborating with engineering teams to maintain high-quality software delivery standards.

This position provides excellent opportunities for professionals seeking long-term careers in software engineering, cloud computing, distributed systems, and enterprise technology development. Employees at American Express gain exposure to modern software architecture, cloud technologies, full-stack development, and large-scale customer data platforms in a collaborative and innovation-driven environment. Engineers are encouraged to participate in cross-functional initiatives, improve system scalability, and continuously enhance technical capabilities while building impactful financial technology solutions that serve millions of customers worldwide.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design, development, testing, and deployment of scalable cloud-native software applications for customer-focused systems.
• Assist in building microservices and backend APIs that support real-time customer data processing and enterprise platform requirements.
• Develop clean, maintainable, and reusable code while following software engineering standards and modern development practices.
• Support frontend development activities using React and collaborate on user interface improvements for seamless customer experiences.
• Participate in real-time data processing, analytics services, and event-driven application development to improve platform efficiency.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to improve system scalability, application performance, automation, and operational reliability.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, debugging, and defect resolution activities to ensure high-quality software delivery.
• Work closely with cross-functional stakeholders and developers to implement business requirements into scalable technical solutions.
• Assist in improving data pipelines, instrumentation tools, and system monitoring capabilities for enhanced platform stability.
• Learn and implement best practices in software development, distributed systems, cloud technologies, and system architecture.
• Contribute to cloud-based application deployment and maintenance activities using AWS, GCP, Docker, or related technologies.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies, software engineering trends, and best practices to improve technical expertise.

Requirements & Eligibility

• Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or related technical disciplines.
• Applicants should have approximately 1–3 years of experience or equivalent internship/project exposure in software application development.
• Strong understanding of object-oriented programming concepts and hands-on experience with Java or similar programming languages is required.
• Familiarity with REST APIs, microservices architecture, and distributed multi-tier application systems is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of data structures, algorithms, software design principles, and scalable application development is essential.
• Exposure to relational databases and NoSQL databases such as Cassandra, Couchbase, PostgreSQL, or similar technologies is advantageous.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms including AWS and Google Cloud Platform (GCP) is beneficial for cloud-native application development.
• Experience with frontend technologies such as React and version control systems like Git is preferred.
• Basic understanding of event-driven systems, messaging frameworks like Kafka, containerization tools such as Docker, and build tools including Maven or Gradle is desirable.
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, communication abilities, teamwork, and willingness to continuously learn new technologies are important for success.

Expected Salary

The expected salary for the Software Engineer I role at American Express generally ranges between ₹12 LPA to ₹20 LPA depending on technical expertise, coding skills, project experience, cloud technology exposure, and interview performance. Candidates with strong knowledge of Java, cloud-native systems, distributed applications, React, and backend development may receive higher compensation packages. Employees may also benefit from bonuses, hybrid work flexibility, medical benefits, wellness programs, paid leave, learning opportunities, and structured career growth programs.

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