Software Engineer III - Enterprise Architecture at American Express Company South Africa

Burgess Hill, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Sep, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Linux, Python, JavaScript, REST, Open API, Kubernetes, Istio, Envoy, gRPC, Cloud Native Technologies, Networking Principles, Privacy, Security, Compliance, Open-Source Solutions, Learning

Industry

Financial Services

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. About 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. How will you make an impact in this role? Develop new API frameworks in technologies such as REST and gRPC Build API solutions using rapidly evolving technologies such as Istio and Envoy Help pivot toward serverless, FaaS based architectures Build platforms to help teams across the company quickly deploy B2B and A2A services Evangelize the API engineering transformation at an accelerated pace Collaborate with technology peers and leaders to gain strategic alignment Foster innovation and experimentation Develop new API frameworks, which empower our developer base, and allow us to increase of development velocity. Minimum Qualifications: University degree in computer science or equivalent Proven years of engineering experience, with emphasis on building high volume, highly scalable systems Experience with the following technologies: Linux, Python, JavaScript, REST, Open API, Kubernetes, Istio, Envoy, gRPC, and other Cloud Native technologies. A firm understanding of networking principles: DNS, TCP, TLS, HTTP Experience developing architecture and E2E solutions that conform to requirements for privacy, security and compliance The ability to look at code and derive time and space complexity Deep experience with multiple open-source solutions The ability to learn new technologies quickly and teach them to others. 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 Offer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations. Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the United Kingdom is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions.

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Responsibilities

Develop new API frameworks and build API solutions using evolving technologies. Collaborate with peers to gain strategic alignment and foster innovation.