Software Development Engineer II

Amex • Chicago, IL

2d

About The Position

Amex GBT is a place where colleagues find inspiration in travel as a force for good and – through their work – can make an impact on our industry. We’re here to help our colleagues achieve success and offer an inclusive and collaborative culture where your voice is valued. We are looking for a self-motivated Engineer II to join our team. If you have a strong passion for travel software craftmanship and taking initiative, this role is for you! You’ll work with our growing software engineering team on our business travel booking platforms, including advancing our REST APIs, developing new features, and more.

Requirements

• Bachelors or Masters in Computer Science or equivalent degree.
• Well-versed in SDLC and Agile methodologies.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in software development.
• Strong knowledge of Object-Oriented Programming, Data Structures, and Algorithms.
• Good proficiency in any of the programming languages like Java, Golang, Python, or Bash.
• Proven ability to develop and support large-sized highly scalable software systems.
• Experience in AWS Services.
• Good knowledge of container orchestration frameworks like Kubernetes.
• Basic understanding of logging and monitoring frameworks.
• Good experience in developing and deploying AWS cloud-based platforms.
• Knowledge of CI-CD principles and technologies.
• Ability to quickly pick up new technologies, and languages with an ease.

Nice To Haves

• Familiar with cloud computing concepts along with an understanding of application communication and routing is a plus.
• A deep understanding of network topologies with experience in hybrid cloud architecture will be a plus.
• Experience with the Agile Tools and Programming Practices.
• Insight about server-side design patterns is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Advance the evolution and development of the REST API
• Contribute to the extension and design of the platform
• Develop new features and new modules
• Participate in DevOps (automated CI/CD, testing, monitor-ability)

Benefits

• Flexible benefits are tailored to each country and start the day you do. These include health and welfare insurance plans, retirement programs, parental leave, adoption assistance, and wellbeing resources to support you and your immediate family .
• Travel perks: get a choice of deals each week from major travel providers on everything from flights to hotels to cruises and car rentals.
• Develop the skills you want when the time is right for you, with access to over 20,000 courses on our learning platform, leadership courses, and new job openings available to internal candidates first.
• We strive to champion Inclusion in every aspect of our business at Amex GBT. You can connect with colleagues through our global INclusion Groups, centered around common identities or initiatives, to discuss challenges, obstacles, achievements, and drive company awareness and action.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees