Job Description
Job description
E2404448-4
Job Description
Role Title: API Engineer 1 – Credit Engineering (L08)
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.
Organization 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
As an API Engineer I, you’ll be a part of an amazing team working on our microservice APIs throughout the entire development process. You’ll participate in hack-a-thons, partner with universities on innovation events, and work with our famed Stamford Innovation Station. It’s the ideal time to come aboard. we’re focused on the future, continuing to evolve as a company and help define the financial technology industry. With so much opportunity available, this is where you can make your mark. We’re proud to offer you choice and flexibility. You have the option to be remote, and work from home, or come into one of our offices. You may be occasionally requested to commute to our nearest office for in person engagement activities such as team meetings, training and culture events. This position is remote, where you have the option to work from home. On occasion we may request for you to commute to our nearest office for in person engagement activities such as team meetings, training, and culture events. To ensure the safety of our colleagues and communities, we require employees who come together in-person to be fully vaccinated. We’re proud to offer you choice and flexibility.
Key Responsibilities
• Participate in a cross-shore development team
• Influence and collaborate to create amazing API’s
• Participate in Agile scrums with cross-functional teams
• Passionate about the latest technologies, open-source projects and languages
• Identify ways to increase efficiency and improve system performance
• Perform other duties and/or special projects as assigned
Qualifications/Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related degree with 0-6 months experience with application development using Java OR, in lieu of degree, 0-6 months experience with application development using Java.
• Critical Thinking, creativity and problem-solving skills
Desired Characteristics
• Familiarity building and consuming web services via SOAP and REST
• Java development experience
• Familiarity with common Java frameworks like Spring and Spring boot
• Familiarity with Jira and Bitbucket and git.
• Familiarity with continuous integration environments
• Familiarity writing unit and integration tests
• Familiarity with JSON, REST and XML based web services
• Strong communication skills with technical and non-technical peers
• Strong cross-functional team player with the ability to work seamlessly across a matrix organization
• Desire to work in a dynamic, fast paced environment
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to influence clients, team members, management and external groups
• Strong attention to detail in a team environment
• Strong oral and written communication, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to analyze, use structured problem-solving and available tools to troubleshoot systems, identify root cause, action plans, impact and resolution options
Eligibility Criteria
Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related degree with 0-6 months experience with application development using Java OR, in lieu of degree, 0-6 months experience with application development using Java.
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.)
For Internal Applicants
• Understand the criteria or mandatory skills required for the role, before applying
• Inform your manager and HRM before applying for any role on Workday
• Ensure that your professional profile is updated (fields such as education, prior experience, other skills) and it is mandatory to upload your updated resume (Word or PDF format)
• Must not be any corrective action plan (First Formal/Final Formal, PIP)
• L4 to L7 Employees who have completed 12 months in the organization and 12 months in current role and level are only eligible.
• L8 Employees who have completed 18 months in the organization and 12 months in current role and level are only eligible.
• L04+ Employees can apply
Grade/Level: 08
Job Family Group
Information Technology
E2404448-4
Job Description
Role Title: API Engineer 1 – Credit Engineering (L08)
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.
Organization 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
As an API Engineer I, you’ll be a part of an amazing team working on our microservice APIs throughout the entire development process. You’ll participate in hack-a-thons, partner with universities on innovation events, and work with our famed Stamford Innovation Station. It’s the ideal time to come aboard. we’re focused on the future, continuing to evolve as a company and help define the financial technology industry. With so much opportunity available, this is where you can make your mark. We’re proud to offer you choice and flexibility. You have the option to be remote, and work from home, or come into one of our offices. You may be occasionally requested to commute to our nearest office for in person engagement activities such as team meetings, training and culture events. This position is remote, where you have the option to work from home. On occasion we may request for you to commute to our nearest office for in person engagement activities such as team meetings, training, and culture events. To ensure the safety of our colleagues and communities, we require employees who come together in-person to be fully vaccinated. We’re proud to offer you choice and flexibility.
Key Responsibilities
• Participate in a cross-shore development team
• Influence and collaborate to create amazing API’s
• Participate in Agile scrums with cross-functional teams
• Passionate about the latest technologies, open-source projects and languages
• Identify ways to increase efficiency and improve system performance
• Perform other duties and/or special projects as assigned
Qualifications/Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related degree with 0-6 months experience with application development using Java OR, in lieu of degree, 0-6 months experience with application development using Java.
• Critical Thinking, creativity and problem-solving skills
Desired Characteristics
• Familiarity building and consuming web services via SOAP and REST
• Java development experience
• Familiarity with common Java frameworks like Spring and Spring boot
• Familiarity with Jira and Bitbucket and git.
• Familiarity with continuous integration environments
• Familiarity writing unit and integration tests
• Familiarity with JSON, REST and XML based web services
• Strong communication skills with technical and non-technical peers
• Strong cross-functional team player with the ability to work seamlessly across a matrix organization
• Desire to work in a dynamic, fast paced environment
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to influence clients, team members, management and external groups
• Strong attention to detail in a team environment
• Strong oral and written communication, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to analyze, use structured problem-solving and available tools to troubleshoot systems, identify root cause, action plans, impact and resolution options
Eligibility Criteria
Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related degree with 0-6 months experience with application development using Java OR, in lieu of degree, 0-6 months experience with application development using Java.
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.)
For Internal Applicants
• Understand the criteria or mandatory skills required for the role, before applying
• Inform your manager and HRM before applying for any role on Workday
• Ensure that your professional profile is updated (fields such as education, prior experience, other skills) and it is mandatory to upload your updated resume (Word or PDF format)
• Must not be any corrective action plan (First Formal/Final Formal, PIP)
• L4 to L7 Employees who have completed 12 months in the organization and 12 months in current role and level are only eligible.
• L8 Employees who have completed 18 months in the organization and 12 months in current role and level are only eligible.
• L04+ Employees can apply
Grade/Level: 08
Job Family Group
Information Technology
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The API Engineer 1 – Credit Engineering (L08) position is now open for candidates interested in the IT Engineer & Developer Jobs sector. This role in Pune offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in IT Engineer & Developer Jobs is a plus.
