Software Engineer III – Financial Crimes Technology

American Express

. Design, develop, configure, test, deploy, and support NICE Actimize SAM solutions for AML transaction monitoring and business requirements .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeCharlotte • North Carolina • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $103,750 - $174,750 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in NICE Actimize SAM solutions for AML transaction monitoring, including development, configuration, and integration with enterprise data sources. Proficient in SQL development, data processing pipelines, and Agile methodologies to deliver reliable and efficient technical solutions.

Highest-signal resume keywords

NICE Actimize SAM DevelopmentSQL Development and OptimizationData Integration and ETL ProcessesActimize Intelligence Server (AIS)Agile Methodologies

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Hard Skills

NICE Actimize SAMSQLJavaPythonData Processing PipelinesApplication TroubleshootingDetection ScenariosMonitoring RulesRelational DatabasesAutomated Testing

Soft Skills

CollaborationProblem-SolvingCommunicationIndependenceKnowledge Sharing

Tools & Technologies

Actimize Intelligence ServerOracleMicrosoft SQL ServerPostgreSQL

Industry Keywords

AML Transaction MonitoringComplianceRisk ManagementSoftware Development LifecycleVersion Control

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ETLJavaMS SQL ServerOraclePostgresPythonSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, develop, configure, test, deploy, and support NICE Actimize SAM solutions for AML transaction monitoring and business requirements
Develop, enhance, and maintain Actimize SAM detection scenarios, monitoring rules, thresholds, and configurations
Work with Actimize Intelligence Server, data processing workflows, and supporting application infrastructure
Develop and maintain data ingestion, transformation, and processing pipelines
Collaborate with Product, Compliance, Risk, and Engineering teams to translate requirements into technical solutions
Participate in Agile user story analysis, technical design, development, testing, and deployment
Develop and maintain integrations between Actimize SAM and enterprise data sources, databases, and downstream systems
Perform SQL development, query optimization, and application troubleshooting
Support platform enhancements, upgrades, and maintenance
Automate application deployment, testing, monitoring, and operational support processes
Troubleshoot issues involving scenario execution, transaction processing, data quality, and batch processing
Collaborate with senior engineers and architects on scalable, secure, and reliable solutions
Participate in code reviews, technical discussions, and knowledge sharing
Develop and maintain technical documentation
Improve platform reliability, performance, observability, and operational efficiency

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field
4+ years of experience in software engineering or enterprise application development, including hands-on experience with NICE Actimize SAM (Suspicious Activity Monitoring)
Practical experience in Actimize SAM development, configuration, customization, testing, or production support
Experience with Actimize SAM detection scenarios, monitoring rules, thresholds, and transaction processing workflows
Working knowledge of Actimize Intelligence Server (AIS) and SAM application architecture
Strong SQL skills, including writing complex queries, stored procedures, and troubleshooting database-related issues
Experience with relational databases such as Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, or PostgreSQL
Experience with data integration, ETL processes, data mapping, and data validation
Proficiency in at least one programming or scripting language, such as Java or Python
Understanding of AML transaction monitoring concepts and detection scenarios
Experience troubleshooting application issues, batch processing failures, and data integration problems
Familiarity with software development lifecycle practices, Agile methodologies, version control, and automated testing
Ability to independently deliver assigned development tasks and work effectively with cross-functional teams
Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the United States is required; visa sponsorship will not be pursued

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