Software Development Engineer II (L09)

Job Description:

Role Title: Software Development Engineer II (L09)

Company Overview:

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 2023, #21 under LinkedIn Top Companies in India list, and received Top 25 BFSI recognition from Great Place To Work India. We have been ranked Top 5 among India’s Best Workplaces in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, and Top 10 among India’s Best Workplaces for Women in 2022.

• We offer 100% Work from Home flexibility for all our Functional employees and provide some of the best-in-class Employee Benefits and Programs catering to work-life balance and overall well-being. In addition to this, we also have Regional Engagement Hubs across India and a co-working space in Bangalore.

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:

Software Development Engineer II 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

• Develop functional and technical specifications from business requirements

• Responsible for the development of mission critical web applications / services

• Help create project estimates and plans. Represent engineering team in project meetings and solution discussions

• 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

• Help define measurable goals for the team

• Communicate the status of build projects and other initiatives to stakeholders and leadership

• Keep abreast of emerging technologies while maintaining proficiency in existing technologies

Qualifications/Requirements:  

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related degree with modern application development experience, with a minimum 2+ years of experience in Technology and in Software Development using Java, Spring in lieu of degree 4+ years of experience.  

• Minimum 2+ years of experience in Information Technology

• Minimum 2 year of hands-on experience on Java and front-end technologies including frameworks like Spring, React etc.

• Experience with Micro-Front end is a must.

• Exposure to AWS is an added advantage.

• Ability to work/understand with CI/CD technologies.

• Good understanding of SQL/No SQL  

• Good understanding of SDLC processes (Agile) and release management processes

• 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 modern application development experience, with a minimum 2+ years of experience in Technology and in Software Development using Java, Spring in lieu of degree 4+ years of experience.  

Work Timings: 02:00 PM - 11:00 PM IST

(WORK TIMINGS: 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)

• L04 - L07 Employees who have completed 12 months in the organization and 12 months in current role and level are only eligible.

• L08 - L09 Employees who have completed 12 months in the organization and 12 months in current role and level are only eligible.

• L04+ Employees can apply

Grade/Level: 09

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