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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Software Engineer II - Amex Ads - **Company:** American Express Company - **Location:** New York, NY, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $123,000.0 - $215,250.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Adobe Creative Cloud, Google AdWords, Agile Methodology, Applications Architecture, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Code Review, Information Systems, Computer Networks, Computer Engineering, Continuous Integration, DevOps, Design of User Interfaces, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Working Model 2D, Build Management, Information Technology, Data Management, Api Design, Restful APIs - **Published:** July 27, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000gjxfwa ## About the Role This position works closely with our Digital Advertising business partners and product teams to develop and support critical systems and platforms for the American Express products and services that drive current and prospective customer engagement, acquisition, and loyalty via a multitude of channels. We are looking for a dynamic, innovative, action-and-results oriented senior engineer to support this fast-evolving eco system. The ideal candidate is required to be accomplished in the development and deployment of complex software solutions, with a strong focus on Cloud based engineering, various Java technologies, API design and user experience. The candidate should be able to develop innovative solutions, have a pragmatic approach to application architecture, and be excited to work on a varied tech stack. You will be expected to have a deep understanding of the functional platforms, but also contribute to planning and executing the technology roadmap, while being an exemplary team player and contributor. You are required to have a curious mindset, ability to question status quo and technologically advance the platforms, while exhibiting collaboration with other enterprise teams. This is an opportunity to work in a fast-paced, Scaled Agile environment with a team of engineers, product owners and several technology stakeholders. You should be familiar with modern software development methodologies and be able to dive deep and rapidly iterate on ideas despite ambiguity., + Bring a strong technical foundation; able to engage the team on coding practices, architecture, design, get under the hood of complex integrated architectures, coding systems, and interface design. + Digital Advertising and/or Media network software engineering experience. + Hands-on engineering experience using and implementing Google Ads Manager and other similar products is preferred. + Experience with Adobe products for Marketing and Creative (Adobe Experience Cloud/Platform, Adobe Creative Cloud) is preferred. + Extensive experience in Software Engineering, with 8+ years of demonstrable experience building and deploying large scale software products. + Strong experience in design and Agile development, code reviews for full stack solutions. + Significant experience with Java, REST APIs, Cloud engineering, building digital experiences. + Strong understanding and experience in CICD and DevOps, system and platform resiliency. + Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly and concisely to non-technical individuals. + Experience or exposure with technology planning and road mapping. + Proven track record to lead problem analysis and resolution. + Bachelor's degree in computer science, Computer Engineering or Information Systems degree or equivalent work experience; Advanced Degree preferred. Preferred Qualifications: + Knowledge of American Express Marketing & Data platforms, and software development practices a plus. + Excellent verbal and written communications skills required, with ability to create and deliver effective presentations to executive leadership and technical architects across the organization is a plus. + Proven ability to develop and execute against a platform vision, strategy, and priorities. + Deep appreciation for the importance of elegant solutions to technical challenges. + Flawless interpersonal skills and ability to partner with technology peers to drive technical solutions forward. Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the United States is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions. ## Description + Lead and contribute to the development of Amex's new advertising capabilities (e.g., ad serving, targeting, measurement), ensuring alignment with strategic priorities of the Digital Advertising team. + Design, build and deploy new ad capabilities, collaborating across numerous platforms (e.g., Amex Travel, Resy, Amex App) and functional teams (e.g., product, technology, marketing, control management, legal). + Support the assessments of 3-rd party technology solutions to determine suitability for use in the emerging platform. + Collaborate successfully with product owners, designers, and a broad set of internal tech partners (across multiple internal groups). + Perform code reviews to ensure product releases are high quality, deliver excellent user experiences, perform seamlessly at scale, and comply with regulatory requirements. + Partner with peers in technologies to identify opportunities for code sharing, common services, joint development. + Keep up with the latest industry research and emerging technologies to ensure we are appropriately leveraging new techniques and capabilities., We back our colleagues with the support they need to thrive, professionally and personally. That's why we have Amex Flex, our enterprise working model that provides greater flexibility to colleagues while ensuring we preserve the important aspects of our unique in-person culture. Depending on role and business needs, colleagues will either work onsite, in a hybrid model (combination of in-office and virtual days) or fully virtually. ## Related Videos - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [API Design - Getting Started](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/33-api-design-getting-started) - [Are Code Reviews Worth It? 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