Full-Time
Senior Software Engineer
Global Commercial Services Technology
American Express
10,001+ employees
Credit cards and payment services provider
Compensation Overview
$123k - $215.3k/yr
No H1B Sponsorship
Seattle, WA, USA + 4 more
More locations: Washington, USA | New York, NY, USA | Phoenix, AZ, USA | Plantation, FL, USA
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- 8+ years of experience in software engineering and product development in individual contributor as well as leadership roles
- Bachelor of Science or Engineering, specializing in Information Technology, Computer Science, or Software Engineering disciplines
- Experience in full-stack development including mobile apps, web UI, middleware, platform services, and infrastructure as code
- Professional certifications in software engineering, architecture, or product management
- At least 5 years of experience building, mentoring, and managing high-performance distributed engineering teams
- At least 5 years of experience in Frontend technologies for web, including Typescript and frameworks such as React, Angular, or Ruby on Rails
- At least 5 years of experience in Backend and general-purpose programming languages and run-times such as Node.js, Python, Ruby, and Go
- At least 2 years of experience with Mobile app development either with cross-platform technologies such as React Native, Cordova, Ionic, or native app development
- At least 2 years of experience showcasing deep engagement with product management and UX design teams
- Hands-on experience with cloud services for application development such as AWS Lambdas, S3, API Gateway, SQS, ECS, RDS, etc.
- Hands-on experience with multiple storage technologies including RDBMS, Graph databases, document stores, search indices, and OLAP databases
- Hands-on experience integrating Postgres-compatible distributed databases such as CockroachDB
- Hands-on experience integrating with workflow engines, orchestration engines, or durable-execution technologies such as Camunda and Temporal
- Hands-on experience developing data-driven UI and dynamic forms such as JSON-schema based forms
- Hands-on experience integrating with AI/ML models to build user-facing recommendation engines
- Hands-on experience setting up instrumentation, analyzing performance, distributed tracing, and debugging with Datadog or similar instrumentation technologies
- Hands-on experience developing, improving, and testing application code towards industry-standard specifications or to meet compliance requirements
- Entrepreneurial experience in software engineering and product development is valuable
- Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the United States is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions
- Play a critical role in the design, development, and deployment of our next-generation expense management solution
- Collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and stakeholders to refine and shape product requirements, ensuring clarity and readiness for engineering
- Mentor and guide feature teams, fostering effective collaboration within the team, across guild teams, and with other cross-functional project teams
- Develop robust platform services utilizing domain-driven design and hexagonal architecture
- Identify, evaluate, recommend, and integrate SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS solutions to efficiently achieve both functional and non-functional objectives
- Participate in and facilitate Request-for-Comment (RFC) processes and proof-of-concept (POC) activities
- Integrate analytics and instrumentation toolchains into application development workflows
- Measure, monitor, and enhance application performance, scalability, and resilience
- Actively contribute to establishing and maintaining team coding standards and system design conventions
- Employ the Linear method to effectively guide the Software Development Lifecycle of the team
- Plan, estimate, delegate, and oversee task execution to ensure milestone goals are met on time, proactively addressing risks and resolving blockers
- Regularly demonstrate both individual and team milestone achievements and progress to the product team and stakeholders
- Gather, analyze, and incorporate stakeholder feedback to continuously improve the product and refine software engineering practices
- Entrepreneurial experience in software engineering and product development is valuable
American Express provides credit and charge cards for individuals and businesses, along with travel services, gift cards, savings accounts, and insurance products. Card products offer revolving or charge-based spending with rewards, while business solutions help manage cash flow and employee expenses, and merchant services enable merchants to accept Amex payments. It differentiates itself through a strong focus on premium card memberships, a broad ecosystem of travel perks and loyalty rewards, and extensive business payment solutions with a large merchant network. Its goal is to support everyday spending and business payments by growing cardholder membership, transaction volume, and merchant adoption within a trusted payments ecosystem.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
New York City, New York
Founded
1850
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Amex gained $700M European dining reservation platform TheFork, expanding Resy globally.
- Amex acquired Hyper, an agentic AI expense manager, to automate commercial services.
- Amex reported 11% revenue growth and 15% net income improvement in Q1 2026.
What critics are saying
- Illinois antitrust verdict exposes Amex to $12M+ damages and multi-state unfair-competition lawsuits.
- Hypercard acquisition forces Amex into AI expense war with Salesforce, Oracle, SAP.
- BNPL models capturing 18% luxury growth threaten Amex closed-loop model by 2030.
What makes American Express unique
- Amex targets affluent cardholders with a closed-loop network and premium lifestyle benefits.
- Amex reimagines language to speak directly to Gen Z and Millennial consumers.
- Amex leverages fixed-cost infrastructure to drive volume and maximize merchant fees.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Flexible Work Hours
Hybrid Work Options
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
401(k) Company Match
Bonus incentives
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits
Generous paid parental leave policies
Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors
Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program
Career development and training opportunities
Company News
Root Down Market awarded $20,000 Amex Shop Small(R) Grant from American Express and Main Street America to launch community ice cream stand employing local teens. July 13, 2026 July 12, 2026 4 mins read NEW SHARON - Root Down Market, a restaurant, local food market and gathering place in New Sharon, Maine, has been selected as a recipient of an Amex Shop Small(R) Grant from American Express(R) and Main Street America. The grant provided Root Down Market with $20,000 in funding to purchase a new ice cream stand featuring Maine-made Gifford's Ice Cream while creating meaningful employment opportunities for local teenagers. The new ice cream stand will serve a variety of premium Gifford's Ice Cream flavors and provide local youth with valuable first-job experiences, helping them develop workplace skills, responsibility, and confidence in a supportive community environment. "We are incredibly honored to receive this investment from the American Express Shop Small grant," said Erica Emery, co-owner of Root Down Market. "Since opening two years ago, we have consistently had teenagers apply for jobs here, but we are not set up as a seasonal or after-school job. Dave and I both had our first jobs in the food industry, and we wanted to create a part of our business that would be a good fit for teens looking to work. I really stressed in the grant application that we are focused on local and Maine products and that our community has eager teens looking for work. We were thrilled to be awarded the grant to purchase our ice cream stand." The Root Down Market ice cream stand will proudly feature Maine-made Gifford's Ice Cream and is expected to become a seasonal destination for residents and visitors alike while serving as a model for youth employment and community investment in rural Maine. "Since the Giffords stand in Farmington closed, we thought we could fill the niche for people who were craving this premium Maine brand ice cream. We have brought on six local teens to scoop and serve for the summer. My personal favorite flavor is Southern Peach, and we have a great lineup of their other popular flavors," says Dave Allen, co-owner of Root Down Market. Hours are currently Thursday through Sunday from 11 am to 8 pm. Check their Facebook page for the most current hours for the ice cream stand. For a full menu of breakfast, lunch, and dinner and restaurant hours, head to www.rootdownmarket.com. "Small businesses play a vital role in our communities," said Jennifer Skyler, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer, American Express. "The Shop Small Grants Program builds on our longstanding commitment to small businesses, which began with Small Business Saturday, by putting meaningful investment behind the people and places that drive local impact." "At Main Street America, we believe that supporting entrepreneurs and small businesses builds community wealth and a culture of innovation - yet, far too often, this vision isn't realized due to a variety of factors, including lack of access to resources and funding," said Erin Barnes, President and CEO of Main Street America. "This is why we are so proud to partner with American Express on a program that provides meaningful support to small business owners working to strengthen their livelihoods and their communities." About Root Down Market Root Down Market is a community-focused business located in New Sharon, Maine, dedicated to supporting local producers, creating meaningful community connections, and providing quality products and experiences for residents and visitors throughout western Maine.
Bank of America and American Express, two of Warren Buffett's largest financial holdings, delivered strong returns over the past decade. A $1,000 investment in Bank of America 10 years ago would have grown to $4,332, a 333% return, whilst the same investment in American Express would have reached $5,915, a 492% return. Both outperformed the S&P 500's 235% return over the same period. Bank of America's recovery from the financial crisis drove performance, with deposits exceeding $2 trillion and 2025 net income of $30.5 billion, up 12.45% year-on-year. The stock trades at 12 times earnings. American Express capitalized on premium card growth amongst younger consumers, with Gen Z and millennials now representing 60% of new acquisitions. The stock trades at 19 times earnings.
Robinhood has launched a $695-a-year Platinum credit card, challenging established premium cards like the $895 American Express Platinum. The card, made from 99.9% pure platinum, is marketed as invite-only though anyone can request access online. Cash back earned can be redeemed for statement credits or cash that can be reinvested through Robinhood brokerage accounts. The company says the card targets customers who already use its investing platform, which launched in 2013 and caters to younger, newer investors. Credit card experts suggest the Robinhood card's appeal depends on platform usage. Ryan Smith from Upgraded Points noted that whilst Robinhood offers a lower annual fee, American Express provides superior rewards flexibility and perks overall. The card represents Robinhood's attempt to compete in the premium credit card market long dominated by American Express, Chase and Capital One.
American Express completed several large fixed income offerings totaling over $3.5b in recent days. The capital raise coincides with a company focus on premium card growth and a shift in marketing toward higher end and younger customers. Leadership is emphasizing long term premium positioning while seeking to attract younger, high spend clients. American Express (NYSE: AXP) is currently trading at $349.63, with the share price up 11.9% over the past year and 193.2% over the past five years...
Mastercard and American Express reported strong earnings, with Mastercard posting 18% revenue growth and 22% net income growth in the fourth quarter, whilst American Express saw 10% revenue growth and 15% earnings-per-share growth. Both companies guided towards continued double-digit growth in 2026. Despite the robust results, shares of both companies fell on Friday, outpacing broader market declines. The drop appears driven by political anxiety rather than operational concerns, as the White House floats a potential 10% cap on credit card rates. Mastercard reported contained expenses and strong dollar volume growth, particularly in its high-margin services business. American Express highlighted continued spending growth amongst higher-income customers and maintained best-in-class credit metrics despite rising consumer debt levels across the industry.