Role: Software Engineer I
Job Description:
Company Overview:
Synchrony (NYSE: SYF) is a premier consumer financial services company delivering one of the industry’s most complete digitally enabled product suites. Our experience, expertise and scale encompass a broad spectrum of industries including digital, health and wellness, retail, telecommunications, home, auto, outdoors, pet and more.
- We have recently been ranked #2 among India’s Best Companies to Work for by Great Place to Work. We were among the Top 50 India’s Best Workplaces in Building a Culture of Innovation by All by GPTW and Top 25 among Best Workplaces in BFSI by GPTW. We have also been recognized by AmbitionBox Employee Choice Awards among the Top 20 Mid-Sized Companies, ranked #3 among Top Rated Companies for Women, and Top-Rated Financial Services Companies.
- Synchrony celebrates ~51% women diversity, 105+ people with disabilities, and ~50 veterans and veteran family members.
- We offer Flexibility and Choice for all employees and provide best-in-class employee benefits and programs that cater to work-life integration and overall well-being.
- We provide career advancement and upskilling opportunities, focusing on Advancing Diverse Talent to take up leadership roles.
Organizational Overview:
Synchrony’s Engineering Team is a dynamic and innovative team dedicated to driving technological excellence. As a member of this Team, you’ll play a pivotal role in designing and developing cutting-edge tech stack and solutions that redefine industry standards.
The Credit Card that we use every day to purchase our essentials and later settle the bills – A simple process that we all are used to on a day-to-day basis. Now, consider the vast complexity hidden behind this seemingly simple process, operating tirelessly for millions of cardholders. The sheer volume of data processed is mind-boggling. Fortunately, advanced technology stands ready to automate and manage this constant torrent of information, ensuring smooth transactions around the clock, 365 days a year.
Our collaborative environment encourages creative problem-solving and fosters career growth. Join us to work on diverse projects, from fintech to data analytics, and contribute to shaping the future of technology. If you’re passionate about engineering and innovation, Synchrony’s Engineering Team is the place to be.
Role Summary/Purpose:
Software Engineer I will be responsible for development and support of Web based digital applications and delivering high-quality solutions. The ideal candidate would be part of a major technology transformation team responsible for moving towards cloud platform in micro services architecture using Spring Frameworks, in memory data grid, micro-front ends, responsive design etc.
Key Responsibilities:
- Build new web solutions/platforms and enhancements, working closely with requirements analysts, testers, and the customer in an agile development practice
- Responsible for the development of mission critical web applications / services
- Ensure application quality and adherence to performance requirements
- Responsible for documentation, code reuse, re-factoring and design patterns standards compliance
- Ensure of internally developed applications are built with high standards of availability, scalability, and extensibility
- Work closely with an experienced staff comprising both Synchrony resources and vendor technical engineers
- Communicate the status of build projects and other initiatives to stakeholders and leadership
- Keep abreast of emerging technologies while maintaining proficiency in existing technologies
Required Skills/Knowledge:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related degree with 0-2 years professional web application development experience or in lieu of degree, High School Diploma/GED 0-2 years of professional web application development experience.
- Experience in Case management and Business Process Management solution development using ACM
- Knowledge on Java and front-end technologies including frameworks like Spring, React etc.
- Willing to work flexible shift timings to be able to respond to emergencies
- Superior oral and written communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Eligibility Criteria:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related degree with 0-2 years professional web application development experience or in lieu of degree, High School Diploma/GED 0-2 years of professional web application development experience.
Work Timings: 2PM – 11PM IST
This role qualifies for Enhanced Flexibility and Choice offered in Synchrony India and will require the incumbent to be available between 06:00 AM Eastern Time – 11:30 AM Eastern Time (timings are anchored to US Eastern hours and will adjust twice a year locally). This window is for meetings with India and US teams. The remaining hours will be flexible for the employee to choose. Exceptions may apply periodically due to business needs. Please discuss this with the hiring manager for more details.