Data Engineer II

At American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of innovation, sharedvaluesand Leadership Behaviors, and an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities, and colleagues. As part of Team Amex, you'll experience this powerful backing with comprehensive support for your holistic well-being and many opportunities to learn new skills, develop as a leader, and grow your career.

Here, your voice and ideas matter, your work makes an impact, and together, you will help us define the future of American Express.

The Enterprise FinOps team is a key pillar within the Global Infrastructure Product Services organization. We are seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Enterprise FinOps Engineer with a solid background in automation and scripting to work on an agile cross-functional team that values collaboration and innovation.

Here's just some of what you'll do:

Develop and maintain software features with a focus on quality, reliability, and performance

Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code primarily in Python

Design, implement, and optimize relational database schemas and queries (SQL Server, PostgreSQL)

Create and maintain automation scripts for data processing and system tasks

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align design and technical requirements

Participate in code reviews, testing, and debugging to ensure high quality deliverables

Support integration with APIs and contribute to backend services

Work in an agile environment, adapting to evolving requirements and priorities

Are you up for the challenge Here's what you should have:

Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, and/or comparable experience; advanced degree preferred

Deep knowledge of FinOps practices and frameworks

Knowledge of scripting and automation skills (e.g., PowerShell, Bash, Python)

Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools (e.g., continuous integration/continuous deployment pipelines, Docker, Kubernetes)

Proficiency in Rational database management systems (MS SQL Server, PostgreSQL)

Familiarity with JSON and data interchange formats

Exposure to Agile development practices

Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Ability to learn new technologies quickly and work independently when needed.

• Competitive base salaries
• Bonus incentives
• Support for financial-well-being and retirement
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits (depending on location)
• Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need
• Generous paid parental leave policies (depending on your location)
• Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)
• Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program
• Career development and training opportunities