API Software Development Engineer – I

Synchrony

. Work on microservice APIs throughout the entire development process .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeUnited StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $56,000 - $104,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Java development, including proficiency with Spring and Spring Boot frameworks, and experience in building and consuming web services via SOAP and REST. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential for troubleshooting systems and implementing effective solutions.

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Java Development ExperienceSpring Framework FamiliarityRESTful Web ServicesAgile Methodologies ParticipationUnit And Integration Testing

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Hard Skills

JavaSpringSpring BootSOAPRESTJSONXMLUnit TestingIntegration TestingAI Tools

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsAttention To DetailOral CommunicationWritten Communication

Tools & Technologies

JiraBitbucketContinuous Integration Environments

Industry Keywords

Microservice APIsCross-Functional TeamsAgile ScrumsProduction Defects AnalysisStructured Problem Solving

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaSOAPSpringSpring BootSpringBoot

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work on microservice APIs throughout the entire development process
Participate in a cross-shore development team
Influence and collaborate to create APIs
Participate in Agile scrums with cross-functional teams
Participate in Agile sprints, including planning, daily standups, backlog grooming sessions and reviews
Analyze production defects, troubleshoot systems, identify root cause and implement fixes
Participate in hack-a-thons and university innovation events
Work with the Stamford Innovation Station
Perform other duties and/or special projects as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related degree OR, in lieu of degree, High School Diploma/GED and 2 years of experience with application development using Java, Spring, Spring Boot
Building and consuming web services via SOAP and REST
Ability and flexibility to travel for business as required
Java development experience
Familiarity with Java frameworks such as Spring and Spring Boot
Familiarity with Jira and Bitbucket
Familiarity with continuous integration environments
Experience writing unit and integration tests
Familiarity with JSON, REST and XML-based web services
Experience utilizing AI Tools
Strong cross-functional team participation in a matrix organization
Strong oral and written communication, analytical and problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Ability to use structured problem solving and available tools to troubleshoot systems, identify root cause, action plans, impact and resolution options
Must be 18 years or older
Must have a high school diploma or equivalent
Must be willing to take a drug test, submit to a background investigation and submit fingerprints as part of onboarding
Must be able to satisfy Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act requirements
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. required
Synchrony will not sponsor individuals for employment visas for this job opening

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus based on individual and company performance
Option to work from home near one of Synchrony’s Hubs or come into one of its offices
In-person engagement activities including business or team meetings, training and culture events
Inclusive culture and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
Reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities