Introduction to American Express and Our Mission
American Express is a global services company that provides customers with access to products, insights, and experiences that enrich lives and build business success. As a leader in the financial industry, we are committed to delivering exceptional service to our customers and creating an environment where our employees can thrive. Our technology team is at the forefront of innovation, designing, coding, and deploying software that makes us an essential part of our customers' digital lives. We are seeking an experienced Part Time Data Engineer to join our team, working remotely and contributing to the development of our data processing and analytics systems.
Job Overview and Responsibilities
As a Part Time Data Engineer at American Express, you will be responsible for designing and building distributed data processing and analytical systems on a hybrid cloud platform. You will work closely with our team of talented engineers in an open, collaborative, and inclusive environment where your voice is valued, and you have the autonomy to make decisions on the technology used to solve complex problems. Your key responsibilities will include:
- Designing and building high-level architecture as well as detailed design of subsystems/features with emphasis on performant code
- Building and coding features, working with engineers in daily activities, and assisting in code and other SDLC tasks
- Building POCs to validate new concepts and new technologies
- Continuously learning and staying up-to-date with industry-leading and innovative technologies and solutions
- Leading a culture of innovation and experimentation, participating in a fun and results-oriented culture, and being willing to try new ideas without fear of failure
- Collaborating with peer technology and innovation teams across various locations
Essential Qualifications and Skills
To be successful in this role, you will need to have:
- A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
- Experience in data processing using Flash
- Knowledge in designing, implementing, and operating any of the NoSQL databases like Cassandra, Elasticsearch
- Strong understanding of different design patterns, threading, and memory models supported by the language/VM
- Ability to mentor and provide technical guidance to other engineers
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to create and deliver effective presentations to Senior Leadership
Preferred Qualifications and Skills
In addition to the essential qualifications, we are looking for candidates with:
- Experience in distributed data processing and analyzing using Cassandra, Elasticsearch, Flash
- Experience in building Microservices and Service Mesh
- Experience in cloud platforms like Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift
- Experience in Continuous Integration, Continuous Delivery, and DevOps Frameworks
- Experience in architecting large-scale distributed data systems considering scalability, reliability, security, performance, and flexibility
Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits
At American Express, we are committed to helping our employees grow and develop their careers. As a Part Time Data Engineer, you will have access to dedicated time and resources to invest in your professional development, including training, mentorship, and opportunities to work with the latest technologies. You will also have the chance to contribute to the wider engineering community through open-source projects and collaborations with other teams.
Work Environment and Company Culture
Our technology team is built on a culture of innovation, collaboration, and inclusivity. We believe in empowering our employees to make decisions, take ownership of their work, and strive for excellence in everything they do. As a remote worker, you will be part of a distributed team that values flexibility, work-life balance, and open communication. We are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive, regardless of their background or location.
Compensation, Perks, and Benefits
We offer a competitive compensation package, including a hourly rate of $27, as well as a range of benefits and perks designed to support your well-being and career growth. These may include health insurance, retirement savings plans, paid time off, and access to exclusive employee discounts and rewards.
Conclusion and Call to Action
If you are a motivated and experienced data engineer looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to join our team at American Express. As a Part Time Data Engineer, you will have the chance to work on complex and innovative projects, collaborate with talented engineers, and contribute to the development of our data processing and analytics systems. Don't miss out on this opportunity to take your career to the next level and apply now to become a part of #TeamAmex.
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