Lead Software Engineer

3 weeks ago


Burgess Hill, West Sussex, United Kingdom American Express Full time

Your Leadership Matters. We Support Your Journey.

At American Express, we believe that with the right support, individuals and organizations can achieve remarkable growth. Joining our team means becoming part of a diverse global community dedicated to empowering our customers, communities, and one another. Here, you will have the opportunity to develop and progress in a career path that is tailored to your aspirations, supported by a range of benefits and programs that cater to your personal and professional needs.

As a member of American Express, your contributions, leadership, and impact will be acknowledged—every team member has the chance to partake in the company's achievements. Together, we strive to deliver the best customer experience daily, guided by our commitment to integrity and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and heard.

Join us at American Express and let's make a difference together.

What will your role entail?

If you are passionate about developing innovative software solutions that impact millions, this is the place for you. Our Software Engineers possess a deep understanding of technology and its connection to the users who rely on it. Innovation is central to our mission as we work to create a more powerful and personalized experience for our customers.

In the GMST team, you will be responsible for designing scalable solutions that can be delivered incrementally to maximize business value. You will be involved in building essential features and functionalities of card transaction systems on our cloud-based distributed platform. You will actively engage in agile teams, employing the latest development methodologies, writing code and unit tests, and collaborating with API specifications and automation processes. Additionally, you will provide technical guidance to fellow engineers, fostering their growth and development within the team. GMST Engineers leverage Java Technologies to drive innovation while exploring opportunities to integrate new technologies.

Are you eager to join a team of Engineers who not only code and test but also innovate? If so, consider becoming part of our GMST team and contribute to the Merchant Platform.

Required Qualifications:

A degree in computer science, computer engineering, or a related discipline. Extensive hands-on experience in application architecture, software development, and testing, preferably in an Agile setting. At least 10 years of proven expertise in Java, React, Vert.x, Spring, Spark, Postgres, Ignite, Restful APIs, Redis, and Kafka. Strong engineering and leadership capabilities. Proven ability to lead, collaborate, and partner across multiple engineering teams.

We prioritize the well-being of our colleagues and their families through comprehensive benefits and programs. This includes a focus on physical, financial, and mental health throughout all life stages. Our benefits encompass:

Competitive base salaries Bonus incentives Support for financial well-being and retirement planning Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits (varies by location) Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid, onsite, or virtual options based on role and business needs Generous paid parental leave policies (varies by location) Access to global wellness centers staffed with healthcare professionals (varies by location) Confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program Opportunities for career development and training

Employment with American Express is contingent upon the successful completion of a background verification check, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.



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