Sr Software Engineer II - Enterprise Architecture

Enterprise Architecture is an organization within the Chief Technology Office at American Express and it is a key enabler of the company’s technology strategy. The four pillars of Enterprise Architecture include:

• Architecture as Code : this pillar owns and operates foundational technologies that are leveraged by engineering teams across the enterprise.

• Architecture as Design : this pillar includes the solution and technical design for transformation programs and business critical projects which need architectural guidance and support.

• Governance : this pillar is responsible for defining technical standards, and developing innovative tools that automate controls to ensure compliance.

• Colleague Enablement: this pillar is focused on colleague development, recognition, training, and enterprise outreach., 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. US Job Seekers - Click to view the “ Know Your Rights “ poster. If the link does not work, you may access the poster by copying and pasting the following URL in a new browser window: https://www.eeoc.gov/poster.

• 6+ years of professional software development experience with strong expertise in Java and working knowledge of Python for backend or data-driven applications
• Deep experience with Java ecosystems and frameworks such as Spring, Spring Boot, or equivalent
• Proven experience in full-stack development, including backend services and modern frontend frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, or similar)
• Strong experience building RESTful APIs, microservices architectures, and service-to-service integrations
• Solid understanding of distributed systems, concurrency, scalability, and performance optimization
• Hands-on experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle) and/or NoSQL databases (Cassandra, DynamoDB, MongoDB)
• Experience with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation, etc.)
• Experience with messaging and streaming platforms such as Kafka, RabbitMQ, or JMS
• Practical experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and cloud-native development patterns
• Hands-on experience in test data generation and unit test development and execution
• Preferred: Basic understanding of AI/ML concepts and Generative AI technologies, including LLMs, prompt engineering, and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)
• Experience with API design standards, OpenAPI/Swagger, versioning, and contract-driven development
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines and tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, etc.)
• Proficiency in Agile/Scrum methodologies and modern software development lifecycle practices
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience (advanced degree is a plus)

• Competitive base salaries
• Bonus incentives
• 6% Company Match on retirement savings plan
• Free financial coaching and financial well-being support
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits
• Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need
• 20+ weeks paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of gender, offered for pregnancy, adoption or surrogacy
• 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

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. From delivering differentiated products to providing world-class customer service, we operate with a strong risk mindset, ensuring we continue to uphold our brand promise of trust, security, and service.

As part of Team Amex, you’ll experience our 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.

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