API Software Development Engineer - I
Synchrony•Atlanta, GA
•$56,000 - $104,000•Hybrid
About The Position
As an API Software Development Engineer, you will work on microservice APIs throughout the development process as part of an IT team. You will collaborate with a cross-shore, cross-functional Agile team to develop APIs, participate in Agile ceremonies and sprints, and troubleshoot production systems. The role offers opportunities to participate in hackathons and university innovation events and to work with the Stamford Innovation Station.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related degree; alternatively, a high school diploma or GED and 2 years of application development experience using Java, Spring, and Spring Boot.
- Experience building and consuming web services via SOAP and REST.
- Ability and flexibility to travel for business as required.
- Must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Must be willing to take a drug test, undergo a background investigation, and submit fingerprints during onboarding.
- Must be able to satisfy the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act.
- Legal authorization to work in the U.S.; employment visa sponsorship is not available.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with Java development.
- Familiarity with common Java frameworks such as Spring and Spring Boot, Jira, and Bitbucket.
- Familiarity with continuous integration environments.
- Experience writing unit and integration tests.
- Familiarity with JSON, REST, and XML-based web services.
- Experience utilizing AI tools.
- Strong cross-functional teamwork and ability to work across a matrix organization.
- Interest in working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to influence clients, team members, management, and external groups.
- Strong oral and written communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
- Ability to use structured problem-solving and available tools to troubleshoot systems, identify root causes, and determine action plans, impact, and resolution options.
Responsibilities
- Participate in a cross-shore development team.
- Influence and collaborate to create APIs.
- Participate in Agile scrums with cross-functional teams.
- Participate in Agile sprints, including planning, daily standups, backlog grooming sessions, and reviews.
- Analyze production defects, troubleshoot systems, identify root causes, and implement fixes.
- Perform other duties and/or special projects as assigned.
Benefits
- Annual bonus based on individual and company performance.
- Flexible work arrangement, with the option to work from home near a Hub or from an office.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
