Experienced Remote Senior Developer for American Express Careers - Digital Platforms and User Experience Development
Introduction to American Express and Our Mission At American Express, we believe that with the right backing, people and businesses have the power to progress in incredible ways. As a global and diverse community of colleagues, we are committed to backing our customers, communities, and each other. Our mission is to provide the world's best customer experience every day, upholding our powerful backing promise with integrity and in an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued. We are now seeking an experienced Senior Developer to join our team, working remotely and contributing to the development of innovative digital platforms and user experiences. About Our Team and the Role We are the Global Advertising and Brand Management (GABM) organization, dedicated to creating marketplace demand and driving commerce for American Express through differentiated and innovative products, partnerships, marketing, and customer experiences. Our in-house creative agency, OnBrand, is on an exciting expansion journey, and we are looking for a Senior Developer to report to our OnBrand Production Director. As a Senior Developer, you will play a crucial role in executing development for multiple parallel project engagements, writing high-quality code for digital platforms, and producing, maintaining, and modifying digital experiences and user interfaces. Key Responsibilities Execute development for a range of multiple parallel project engagements, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery. Write high-quality code for digital platforms using HTML, CSS, and Javascript, adhering to industry standards and best practices. Produce, maintain, and modify digital experiences and user interfaces, collaborating with UX/UI, copy, and design teams to develop the overall look and design of digital experiences. Partner with the UX/UI, copy, and design teams to ensure that best practices regarding accessibility, responsiveness, performance, and ease of use are included early on in project ideation. Develop an overall development approach and guide other developers through execution to delivery, providing proactive coaching, feedback, and oversight for developers on project-based work. Ensure that all digital experiences align to industry standards and best practices, partnering with the QA team to troubleshoot and resolve defects, identify patterns, and use learnings to optimize overall development processes. Essential Qualifications To be successful in this role, you will need: A strong background in software development, with a focus on digital platforms and user experience development. Proficiency in HTML, CSS, and Javascript, with experience in writing high-quality code and adhering to industry standards and best practices. Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including UX/UI, copy, and design teams. Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve defects, identify patterns, and use learnings to optimize overall development processes. A strong understanding of accessibility, responsiveness, performance, and ease of use, with the ability to ensure that best practices are included early on in project ideation. Preferred Qualifications While not essential, the following qualifications are preferred: Experience working in an agile development environment, with a focus on iterative and incremental development. Knowledge of industry-leading development tools and technologies, such as version control systems, continuous integration and deployment pipelines, and testing frameworks. Experience working with cloud-based platforms and services, such as Amazon Web Services (AWS) or Microsoft Azure. A strong understanding of cybersecurity principles and practices, with the ability to ensure that digital experiences are secure and compliant with industry standards and regulations. Skills and Competencies To be successful in this role, you will need to possess the following skills and competencies: Technical skills: Proficiency in HTML, CSS, and Javascript, with experience in writing high-quality code and adhering to industry standards and best practices. Collaboration and communication skills: Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including UX/UI, copy, and design teams. Problem-solving skills: Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve defects, identify patterns, and use learnings to optimize overall development processes. Adaptability and flexibility: Ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines, with a focus on delivering high-quality results in a fast-paced environment. Continuous learning: Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development, with a focus on staying up-to-date with industry trends and technologies. Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits At American Express, we are commit