American Express

Software Engineer II

Posted On

Aug. 8, 2025

Location

Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Experience Level

Freshers/Experienced

Job Type

Permanent

Apply By

Sept. 7, 2025

Job Description

At American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of innovation, shared values and Leadership Behaviors, and an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities, and colleagues. As part of Team Amex, you'll experience this powerful backing with comprehensive support for your holistic well-being and many opportunities to learn new skills, develop as a leader, and grow your career.

Here, your voice and ideas matter, your work makes an impact, and together, you will help us define the future of American Express.

How will you make an impact in this role?

In the role of Software Engineer II, you will be responsible for

Drive user story analysis and elaboration, design, build & test software applications.
Own all technical aspects of software development (architecture, design, and development)
Perform hands-on software development, typically spending about 80% of time writing code, API specs, doing proof of concepts, conducting code reviews, and testing in ongoing sprints.
Drive consistent development practices - tools and common components
Develop deep understanding of tie-ins with other systems and platforms
Work with technical product managers contributing building of capabilities & features
Identify opportunities for adopting new technology to solve existing & future challenges
Effectively communicate to internal and external business partners on solution design
Mentor other engineers

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer science engineering, or related experience
2-6 years of software development experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Design and development using Java, J2EE, ReactJS, Vert.X framework, Spring Boot, Spring MVC
Experience with RESTful API development and Micro-Services
Knowledge of PostgreSQL, or any other relational database, XML and JSON file formats
Knowledge of Docker or OpenShift containers for cloud-ready application deployment
Continuous integration/deployment in an Agile Framework
Good communication skills - able to explain technical concepts to designers, product managers and business partners in meaningful way.
Strong strategic thinking skills, Ability to interpret technical /business objectives and challenges
Great attitude and approach towards innovation and transformation in product delivery
Exposure and up to date with industry reference of tech trend and solutions

We back you with benefits that support your holistic well-being so you can be and deliver your best. This means caring for you and your loved ones' physical, financial, and mental health, as well as providing the flexibility you need to thrive personally and professionally:

Competitive base salaries
Bonus incentives
Support for financial-well-being and retirement
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits (depending on location)
Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need
Generous paid parental leave policies (depending on your location)
Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)
Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program
Career development and training opportunities

American Express is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law.

Offer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations.

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