Imagine building intelligent, enterprise‑grade applications that power the world’s most trusted payments network, all from a hybrid office in Gurugram.
Company Overview & Mission
American Express is a 175‑year‑old pioneer in financial services, renowned for its unwavering commitment to innovation, trust, and customer‑first values. At the heart of its mission is a culture that empowers employees to shape the future of finance—through cutting‑edge technology, collaborative teamwork, and a relentless focus on security and service.
Key Responsibilities & Day‑to‑Day Impact
- Design, develop, test, and maintain scalable full‑stack applications using Python (FastAPI, Flask, Django) and React.js.
- Build robust backend services, automation solutions, and RESTful APIs that drive business value.
- Create responsive, reusable frontend components with React, JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3.
- Integrate AI/ML capabilities—predictive models, intelligent automation, and LLM‑powered workflows—into core products.
- Engineer database schemas and optimize performance in relational (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB) stores.
- Collaborate with VMware vSphere/ESXi and Nutanix Prism teams to support infrastructure automation and application deployment.
- Apply system‑design principles to deliver modular, secure, and highly‑available software.
- Participate in code reviews, unit testing, and continuous improvement of development practices.
- Document APIs, design specs, and knowledge‑share sessions for cross‑functional alignment.
- Leverage AI‑assisted development tools to boost productivity while maintaining code quality.
Qualifications & Requirements
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Education | Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or related field (preferred) |
| Experience | 1‑2 years professional software development, ideally full‑stack or backend; experience with Python, React, and relational databases |
| Technical Stack | Python (FastAPI, Flask, Django), React.js, JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3, PostgreSQL/MySQL/MongoDB, RESTful APIs, VMware/Nutanix virtualization |
| AI/ML | Fundamental knowledge of ML algorithms, data preprocessing, and libraries (NumPy, Pandas, scikit‑learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch); exposure to LLMs or generative AI is a plus |
| System Design | Understanding of modular architecture, scalability, performance, and security best practices |
| DevOps | Familiarity with Git, CI/CD pipelines, Docker/Kubernetes, and infrastructure APIs |
| Soft Skills | Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills; ownership mindset and collaborative spirit |
Preferred
- Experience with microservices, event‑driven architectures, or enterprise‑scale, regulated environments.
- Knowledge of AWS, Azure, or GCP, and cloud‑native tooling.
- Exposure to Agile development practices.
Compensation, Benefits & Work Culture
American Express offers a competitive base salary with bonus incentives, comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance, and a robust retirement plan. The hybrid work model blends on‑site collaboration with flexible remote work, supporting a healthy work‑life balance. Additional perks include:
- Generous paid parental leave.
- Global wellness centers with medical staff.
- Confidential counseling and mental‑health support.
- Career development and training opportunities.
- A culture that values diverse voices and empowers employees to innovate.
