Engineer II

Job Title: Pega Developer

Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu

About American Express

You Lead the Way. We’ve Got Your Back.
At American Express, we back our customers, communities, and each other with unwavering commitment. As a part of Team Amex, you’ll belong to a diverse global community where your ideas matter, your contributions are recognized, and your career growth is supported.

We prioritize your holistic well-being, with flexibility, programs, and benefits that help you thrive personally and professionally. Together, let’s lead the way forward.

Role Overview

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Pega Software Developer with strong Java fundamentals and hands-on experience in developing BPM solutions. As a part of our diverse and inclusive technology team, you’ll collaborate with architects and engineers to design and uplift backend services for web applications that impact millions of customers.

Responsibilities

Serve as a core member of an agile team, analyzing user stories and building responsive web applications.
Design, develop, and implement applications using Pega PRPC (v8.x/Infinity).
Hands-on software development, including writing code, unit testing, proof of concepts, and code reviews.
Develop deep understanding of system integrations across platforms.
Maintain strong collaboration with product managers, QA, and business analysts.
Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues; support post-deployment activities.
Promote innovation, continuous improvement, and a culture of technical excellence.
Embrace emerging technologies and promote consistent best practices.

Qualifications

BS/MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
3–6 years total experience; 3+ years in Java and Pega development.
Proficiency in Java 8+ (Java 11 preferred).
Pega CSSA certification is mandatory.
In-depth knowledge of Pega components: flows, data pages, agents, connectors (SOAP/REST), case types, UI design, and decision strategies.
Experience with REST APIs, HTTP protocol, and web fundamentals.
Familiarity with Pega Customer Decision Hub or Pega Cloud is a plus.
Experience in CI/CD environments.
Excellent communication skills and a strong team-player mindset.

Desirable Skills

Experience with:
- Spring Boot or modern Java frameworks
- Continuous Integration/Delivery tools
- Front-end development collaboration
- Agile software development methodology

Employee Benefits

At American Express, we support your full potential with benefits that care for your physical, financial, and mental health, while giving you the flexibility to succeed:

Competitive base salary and bonus incentives
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits (location-dependent)
Retirement savings and financial well-being support
Flexible work models: hybrid, onsite, or virtual based on role and business needs
Paid parental leave and family support programs
Access to on-site wellness centers (where applicable)
Free and confidential mental health support via Healthy Minds program
Career development, training, and certification opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer

American Express is an equal opportunity employer. We make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or age.