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Engineers at American Express take on a variety of key responsibilities including developing and designing software applications, validating performance, creating process flow diagrams, and testing engineering resilience. The role requires a strong focus on translating user needs into effective software solutions and continuously improving systems and code.

To become an Engineer at American Express, you must hold a Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related STEM field. Additionally, you should have at least 2 years of relevant work experience, with specific knowledge of Agile methodologies, Java, REST APIs, and databases among other technologies.

Yes! American Express provides the flexibility of telecommuting for Engineers, allowing you to work from home up to 2 days a week. This arrangement helps promote a better work-life balance while still being a vitally engaged member of the team.

As an Engineer at American Express, you will enjoy a competitive salary, bonus incentives, comprehensive health insurance, and a strong retirement savings plan with a 6% company match. Furthermore, we support career development, offer generous parental leave, and provide access to wellness programs that cater to your whole well-being.

For the Engineer position at American Express, familiarity with programming languages such as Java, JavaScript, and proficiency in tools related to RESTful APIs, GIT, and SQL is essential for success. Experience in object-oriented programming and knowledge of Agile methodologies and various frameworks would also be highly beneficial.

When answering this question, focus on specific projects where you've applied Agile principles. Highlight your role in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and how you adapted to changes quickly. Mention how Agile improved team collaboration and project outcomes.

Discuss techniques like performance testing, profiling, and code reviews to ensure software efficiency. Include examples of specific tools you’ve used, such as JUnit for testing, and how you applied performance tuning to mitigate issues in your past projects.

Articulate your process of gathering requirements through interviews or surveys, followed by using UML diagrams or other tools for visualization. Demonstrating an understanding of the end-user and how it impacts your architectural decisions can strengthen your answer.

Choose a project where your technical skills were key to overcoming an obstacle. Explain the problem in detail, the coding languages or frameworks you used, and the ultimate success of the project, emphasizing the impact of your contribution.

Share how you've used REST APIs within your projects. Detail your role in developing or integrating APIs and discuss any challenges faced and how you solved them, showcasing your technical acumen and understanding of API best practices.

Discuss your systematic approach to software testing, including unit, integration, and acceptance testing. Mention your familiarity with tools like JUnit for automated testing and how thorough testing contributes to quality assurance.

Indicate your commitment to continuous learning by mentioning online courses, workshops, or professional conferences. Reference specific resources or communities you follow to stay abreast of emerging technologies relevant to engineering.

Emphasize the importance of teamwork in software development. Use examples from past experiences where collaboration was key to overcoming challenges or achieving goals, and illustrate how you facilitate productive discussions and solutions.

Explain your receptive attitude toward constructive feedback and how you use it as an opportunity for growth. Provide an example of incorporating feedback to enhance a project or improve your coding practices.

List tools that you commonly utilize, such as Git for version control, Jenkins for CI/CD, and any integrated development environments (IDEs). Discuss how these tools enhance productivity and streamline your engineering processes.