Mobile Engineer I – Digital Servicing

Synchrony

Stamford, CT

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Agile Modeling, Agile Programming Methodologies, Android, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Background Investigation, Computer Science, Continuous Integration, Cross-Functional, Field Sales, Finance, High School Diploma, Insurance, Integration Testing, JSON, Java, Kotlin, Legal, Mobile Applications, Mobile Applications Development, Onboarding, Operating Systems, Performance Management, REST (Representational State Transfer), Retrofit, Security Architecture, Security Compliance, Software Administration, Software Design, Software Development, Software Engineering, Software Testing, Test Case, Test Tools, Unit Test, Usability Engineering, User Interface/Experience (UI/UX), Web Services, Willing to Travel, XML (EXtensible Markup Language)

LOCATION

Stamford, CT

POSTED

1 day ago

Role Summary/Purpose

Billions of transactions—and you’ll touch all of them if you join our IT team as an Mobile Software Engineer - I. Imagine the sheer scale of what we impact every second of every day. Now imagine what you can do with that influence—this is where you can shape the future of payments.

The Mobile Engineer craves working in a hands-on mobile application coding, design, and architecture environment; will build and support our mobile applications by creating and developing thoughtful solutions to anticipate bugs and maintain operational excellence. In short, you would be one of our Android wizards.

You’ll participate in hack-a-thons, partner with universities on innovation events, and work with our Innovation Station. (http://www.businessinsider.com/sc/synchrony-financials-innovation-station-2015-5) 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.

You are the right candidate if you…

+ Have passion: Sure you can code, but are you passionate about mobile software development?

+ Have common sense: Building is important, but do you think through designs to ensure they’re the best solutions first?

+ Are slightly obsessed with pretty code: Do you write elegant, testable, performant code that is robust and scalable?

+ Learn quickly and adapt to new technology: Let’s face it – technology changes by the minute. Are you able to quickly adapt and learn to be productive with new languages, operating systems, and tools?

+ Think like a customer: Central to our products is our understanding of our customers’ needs and requirements. Do you consider UX in your decision making, and think like a customer?

+ Have tech chops: Boasting a Computer Science background is a must

Essential Responsibilities:

+ Develop Mobile native applications using Swift/SwiftUI/Java/Kotlin/Jetpack Compose as a member of the development team

+ Leveraging AI tools for development and testing mobile applications.

+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.

+ Unit-test code for robustness, including edge cases, usability, and general reliability.

+ Work on bug fixing and improving application performance.

+ Continuously discover, evaluate, and implement modern technologies to maximize development efficiency.

+ Adhere to the compliance with architecture, security and technology standards set by Synchrony Financial

+ Participate in Scaled Agile Train level activities and ceremonies consisting of cross-functional teams

+ Perform other duties and/or special projects as assigned

Qualifications/Requirements:

+ Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related degree OR, in lieu of degree, High School Diploma with 2 years of experience with Android application development

+ Ability and flexibility to travel for business as required

Desired Characteristics:

+ Prior Mobile development experience

+ Desire to learn and grow as a strong contributor in the Mobile development space

+ Familiarity of the Scaled Agile, SAFe model and roles and responsibilities

+ Familiarity with libraries and frameworks such as Retrofit, Dagger 2 and RxAndroid

+ Familiarity with continuous integration environments

+ Familiarity writing unit, integration and UI test cases

+ Familiarity with JSON, REST and XML based web services

Grade/Level: 08

The salary range for this position is 75,000.00 - 120,000.00 USD Annual and is eligible for an annual bonus based on individual and company performance.

Actual compensation offered within the posted salary range will be based upon work experience, skill level or knowledge.

Salaries are adjusted according to market in CA, NY Metro and Seattle.

Our Way of Working:

We’re proud to offer you flexibility. At Synchrony, our way of working allows you to have the option to work from home near one of our Hubs or come into one of our offices. You will be required to commute to your nearest Hub (either virtual or physical) for in-person engagement activities such as regular business or team meetings, training and culture events.

*Field Sales and some Commercial team roles may have varied location requirements based upon partner obligations or preferences.

Eligibility Requirements:

+ You must be 18 years or older

+ You must have a high school diploma or equivalent

+ You must be willing to take a drug test, submit to a background investigation and submit fingerprints as part of the onboarding process

+ You must be able to satisfy the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act.

+ New hires (Level 4-7) must have 9 months of continuous service with the company before they are eligible to post on other roles. Once this new hire time in position requirement is met, the associate will have a minimum 6 months’ time in position before they can post for future non-exempt roles. Employees, level 8 or greater, must have at least 18 months’ time in position before they can post. All internal employees must consistently meet performance expectations and have approval from your manager to post (or the approval of your manager and HR if you don’t meet the time in position or performance expectations).

Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Our Commitment:

When you join us, you’ll be part of an inclusive culture where your individual skills, experience, and voice are not only heard – but valued. Together, we’re building a future where we can all belong, connect, and turn ideals into action. More than 50% of our workforce is engaged in our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), where community and passion intersect to offer a safe space to learn and grow.

This starts when you choose to apply for a role at Synchrony. We ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We’re proud to have an award-winning culture for all.

Reasonable Accommodation Notice:

+ Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

+ If you need special accommodations, please call our Career Support Line so that we can discuss your specific situation. We can be reached at 1-866-301-5627. Representatives are available from 8am – 5pm Monday to Friday, Central Standard Time

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