American Express

Staff Software Engineer - Global Dining

American Express$130K — $160K *
Information Technology
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
  • 12+ years of experience as a Software Engineer, ideally in a startup
  • 3-5 years in a senior engineering role such as Software Engineering Staff Engineer or Architect
  • Expertise in full-stack development with technologies like Java, React JS, Node JS
  • Extensive experience in building and managing distributed applications
  • Proven ability to communicate effectively across various teams
  • Comfortable collaborating with non-engineering stakeholders including Compliance and Product teams

Responsibilities

  • Define and evolve the platform architecture involving integrations and APIs
  • Lead transitioning legacy systems to cloud-native architectures
  • Collaborate with Data Engineering on data governance and platform capabilities
  • Mentor and cultivate continuous improvement within the engineering team
  • Provide technical guidance to address complex challenges
  • Participate in architecture discussions across the company
  • Design and align tools/methods with engineers to implement product roadmaps
  • Oversee code quality and conduct design reviews

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a dynamic startup environment
  • Hands-on involvement in impactful technical projects
  • Access to continuous learning and mentorship opportunities
  • Collaboration across diverse teams and stakeholders
  • Emphasis on best practices in software development
  • Encouragement of a culture of innovation
  • Participation in architecture and engineering discussions
Full Job Description
Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Define and evolve the unified platform architecture spanning shared services, APIs, identity, payments integrations, and partner ecosystems.


  • Lead modernization of legacy systems into cloud-native, event-driven, service-oriented architectures


  • Partner with Data Engineering to align on data governance, shared schemas, and platform capabilities that enable secure, scalable, and trusted data access across the ecosystem.


  • Cultivate an environment of continuous engineering improvement through mentoring, feedback, and metrics.


  • Collaborate and provide technical expertise to help engineers overcome complex problems and implement the architecture laid down


  • Actively participate in team and company-wide architecture and engineering discussions / forums


  • Engage in hands-on design and ensure alignment of strategy, architecture, tools/methods with software engineers and architects to execute product roadmaps.


  • Drive both high-level and detailed technical designs and lead design reviews.


  • Enable integrated teams to deliver technology solutions in support of key product initiatives by working closely with technical project managers, architects, engineers, and quality assurance.


  • Establish best practices for software development and testing.


  • Analyze, design, program, debug, and modify software for use in local, networked, cloud-based or internet-related environments.


  • Oversee health and quality of code across the portfolio, including leadership functional testing and CI/CD tool integration.


  • Provide technical mentorship to other software engineers at all levels.


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer science engineering, or related field


  • 12+ years of experience working as a Software Engineer, preferably in a fast-paced startup environment


  • 3-5 years of experience working as a Software Engineering Staff Engineer / Architect


  • A Full-stack expert having expertise in building web applications revolving around technology stacks like Java, JavaScript, React JS, Node JS, Kafka, Redis etc. Also, in-depth knowledge on Application design, testing capabilities, Design & building Microservices


  • Extensive hands-on experience building distributed applications and managing the development of complex, large scale enterprise applications and products that require a deep understanding of application logic and dependencies


  • Experience with high throughput and low latency needs applications


  • Demonstrated willingness to learn new technologies and takes pride in how fast they develop working software


  • Proven ability to influence decision-making at all levels within an organization, and in a variety of contexts


  • Self-starter but very comfortable working closely with a team


  • Comfortable working with stakeholders outside the Engineering team including our Compliance, Information Security, Product, Design, Sales and Account Management teams
  • Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the United States is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions.


You have strong expertise with the following:

  • Strong experience with backend programming languages, Java & Web frameworks preferred


  • SQL / MySQL / Postgres/MongoDB/CouchDB


  • RDBMS and database design


  • Unit / Functional Testing


  • Linux / UNIX


  • Implementing and building APIs


  • Monitoring system performance


  • Leading and growing teams of fellow engineers through complex deliveries


  • A history of taking projects through the entire software development lifecycle from inception to delivery as a technical leader


  • A passion for documenting how systems work


Big Plus if you have:

  • History of building and maintaining systems at large scale


  • Ability to effectively interpret technical and business objectives and challenges and articulate solutions


  • Willingness to learn new technologies and exploit them to their optimal potential


  • Experience with and understanding of the Resy, Tock, and Rooam suite of applications


At the core of Software Engineering, every member of our team must be able to demonstrate the following technical, functional, leadership and business core competencies, including:

  • Agile Practices


  • Porting/Software Configuration


  • Programming Languages and Frameworks


  • Business Analysis


  • Analytical Thinking


  • Business Product Knowledge


  • Python/MySQL Experience


  • SQL Performance tuning


  • Microservice architectures


  • AWS - EC2 / RDS / S3 / SQS


  • Kafka / Celery / Flask / Django / Supervisord / MongoDB


  • Dev-ops experience


  • Jira / Clubhouse.io or other project management tool


  • Payment systems experience


  • Websockets experience


  • You enjoy at least one of the following things: shishito peppers, uni, or creme anglaise


About American Express

Amex provides industrial services to the coatings and linings sector, providing support for commercial, industrial, and maritime projects such as petrochemical, power, and water treatment industries. They offer painting services for steel structures, storage tank linings and coatings, pipelines, floors, and marine vessels such as ships, tugboats, and barges.

American Express Careers

Join the vibrant team at American Express, a global leader in financial services, and be part of a company that values innovation, leadership, and diversity. At American Express, we offer more than just job opportunities; we provide a platform for professional growth and a chance to be part of a culture that is committed to excellence and inclusive growth. Work You’ll Do At American Express, we are dedicated to helping our employees reach their full potential. With a variety of career paths available in areas such as technology, marketing, finance, and customer service, American Express is the perfect place to advance your career. Our team is composed of highly skilled professionals who thrive on innovation and collaboration. Join our team and contribute to a company known for its prestigious history of leadership in the credit card industry. Engage in meaningful work that makes a real impact on our global scale business operations. American Express Leadership and Development Programs We believe in nurturing the leadership skills of our employees with extensive training programs and leadership development opportunities. Our commitment to professional growth is evident in our comprehensive benefits package that supports both personal and professional development. Internship Opportunities Start your career with an internship at American Express and gain valuable industry experience. Our internships offer a chance to develop skills, work on challenging projects, and learn from leaders in the industry. Interns at American Express are considered integral members of the team and are given responsibilities that provide a real insight into their future career paths. Diversity and Inclusion At American Express, diversity and inclusion are at the core of our company culture. We are committed to building a diverse workforce and inclusive environment where every employee feels valued and inspired. We offer diversity training programs that empower our employees to thrive and lead in a global marketplace. Networking and Innovation Our employees enjoy unparalleled opportunities for networking and personal growth through our global connections and innovative projects. American Express encourages a culture of innovation that helps propel our company and your career forward. Career Benefits and Growth American Express is dedicated to the growth of its employees. We offer competitive benefits, including health, retirement plans, and family leave, ensuring that our team members have the support they need to succeed both at work and in their personal lives. Join Our Team Explore the job opportunities and open positions at American Express. We are continuously hiring talented individuals who are passionate about their careers and interested in working for a company that offers a dynamic and supportive environment. Stay Connected Keep up to date with the latest from American Express Careers by following our career blog and signing up for job alert emails. Tailor your subscription to receive updates that match your skills and interests. Discover the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at American Express. SEARCH AMERICAN EXPRESS JOBS Whether you are looking for a full-time position, an internship, or a leadership opportunity, American Express offers a path to a rewarding career. Join us and make a difference with your passion, creativity, and drive.
Learn more about American Express
Size
64,000 employees
Market Cap
$108.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1850
5 Year Trend
+3.5%
Revenue
$37 billion
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