Software Engineer III

American Express

. Build core features and functions of card transaction systems on a distributed platform deployed in hybrid cloud .

Posted 10/12/2026full-timeBurgess Hill • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in building distributed card transaction systems using Java technologies, with a strong focus on microservices architecture and cloud-native applications. Proficient in agile methodologies, continuous integration, and collaboration across diverse teams.

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Java DevelopmentMicroservices ArchitectureCloud-Native ApplicationsDistributed Systems ManagementContinuous Integration/Continuous Deployment

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Hard Skills

JavaGoOOP ConceptsData StructuresAlgorithmsConcurrencyException HandlingRESTful MicroservicesNoSQL DatabasesDistributed Messaging Systems

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsInnovative ThinkingCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Spring MVCSpring BootVert.xEnvoyLinkerdIstioGRPC/ProtoBufZipkinELK StackPrometheus

Industry Keywords

AgileDevOpsHybrid CloudContinuous IntegrationContinuous Deployment

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CassandraCloudGRPCJavaJenkinsKafkaMicroservicesNoSQLPrometheusRedisSpringSpring BootSpringBootGo

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build core features and functions of card transaction systems on a distributed platform deployed in hybrid cloud
Work as a core member of an agile team using current development practices
Write code and unit tests
Work with API specifications and automation
Use Java technologies including Vert.x, Spring MVC, Spring Data, Spring Boot, and RESTful microservices
Lead a culture of innovation and experimentation
Collaborate with peer technology and development teams across different locations
Identify opportunities to adopt new technologies
Work with stakeholders to understand and analyze requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Computer Science, or equivalent degree or industry experience
Good years of software development experience in a professional environment
Strong OOPs concepts, concurrency, and exception handling
Data structures and algorithms; strong OS fundamentals; advanced Java concepts
Strong development experience using Java or Go
Understanding of building highly performant systems with Java or Go
Hands-on experience building distributed micro-service systems
Experience with service mesh products/frameworks such as Envoy, Linkerd, Istio, gRPC/ProtoBuf
Experience with distributed system management, tracing, and monitoring tools such as Zipkin/Jaeger, ELK Stack, and Prometheus
Experience designing and building cloud-native applications
Experience with NoSQL databases and distributed messaging systems such as Redis, Kafka, Couchbase, and Cassandra in low-latency, high-transaction-volume systems
Experience with Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment tools such as Jenkins and GitHub
Experience working in DevOps teams and Scrums
Proficient oral and written communication skills
Ability to learn and deep dive into new technology and business domains
Ability to question the status quo and think outside of the box

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
Potential visa sponsorship depending on business unit requirements, position, cost, and applicable laws