Java & Pega Software Engineer

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About American Express

At American Express, we empower people and businesses to progress in incredible ways. When you join Team Amex, you become part of a global and diverse community committed to backing our customers, communities, and each other.

Here, you’ll learn, grow, and thrive with benefits, programs, and flexibility that support your personal and professional development. We value integrity, inclusivity, and teamwork, ensuring that every colleague is seen, heard, and valued.

Join #TeamAmex, and let's lead the way together!

Role Overview

Are you passionate about building cutting-edge customer-facing solutions that drive business value and engagement? Do you have strong technical knowledge, business acumen, and interpersonal skills to influence and deliver impactful results?

At American Express, we are on an exciting digital transformation journey. Our high-performing, innovative team is shaping the future of technology and product development. If you are a skilled software developer with expertise in Java and Pega, and a strong understanding of web applications, we’d love for you to join us!

As a Java & Pega Software Engineer, you will work closely with architects and engineers to uplift web applications using the latest backend server technologies, including Spring Boot, Drop Wizard, and Vertx, impacting millions of customers worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

Serve as a core member of an Agile team, driving user story analysis, design, and development of responsive web applications.
Perform hands-on software development, including coding, unit testing, proof of concepts, code reviews, and sprint testing.
Continuously refactor code and deliver continuous improvements.
Develop a deep understanding of system integrations across multiple platforms.
Independently manage your time and collaborate effectively within a team environment.
Foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and creative problem-solving.
Challenge the status quo, take calculated risks, and drive innovative ideas.
Collaborate closely with product managers, backend engineers, and frontend engineers to deliver high-quality solutions.
Adopt emerging industry standards, while promoting best practices and framework consistency.

Required Qualifications & Skills

Education & Experience:

BS/MS degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
2-12 years of total experience in software development.
2+ years of hands-on experience with Java & Pega development.
PEGA CSSA Certification is a must.

Technical Skills:

Strong proficiency in Java (Java 7 minimum, Java 8 preferred).
Thorough understanding of PegaRULES Process Commander System (PRPC) or other Business Process Management (BPM) systems.
Solid understanding of web fundamentals and HTTP protocols.
Hands-on experience developing Java applications in enterprise environments.
Experience with Spring, Spring Boot, Drop Wizard, Vertx (preferred).
Experience in Test Driven Development (TDD) and Behavior Driven Development (BDD) using frameworks such as:
- Selenium, WebDriverIO, Cucumber, JUnit, Mockito.
Hands-on experience with Continuous Integration & Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) environments.
Agile or SAFe development experience is a plus.

Why Join American Express?

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Competitive base salary & bonus incentives.
Support for financial well-being & retirement plans.
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits (location-dependent).
Flexible work model (hybrid, onsite, or virtual, depending on role and business needs).
Generous paid parental leave policies (location-dependent).
Free access to global wellness centers (location-dependent).
Free and confidential mental health support through the Healthy Minds program.
Career development & training opportunities, including leadership programs and technical certifications.

Equal Opportunity Employer

American Express is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability status, or any other protected status.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation during the hiring process, please inform your recruiter.

Not Meeting Every Requirement?

If you are passionate about software development and eager to grow, we encourage you to apply anyway! You might be the perfect fit we’re looking for.

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