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You Lead the Way. We’ve Got Your Back.
With the right backing, people and businesses have the power to progress in
incredible ways. When you join Team Amex, you become part of a global and
diverse community of colleagues with an unwavering commitment to back our
customers, communities and each other. Here, you’ll learn and grow as we help
you create a career journey that’s unique and meaningful to you with benefits,
programs, and flexibility that support you personally and professionally.
At American Express, you’ll be recognized for your contributions, leadership,
and impact—every colleague can share in the company’s success. Together, we’ll
win as a team, striving to uphold our company values
[https://about.americanexpress.com/our-company/who-we-are/who-we-are/default.aspx#values]
and powerful backing promise to provide the world’s best customer experience
every day. And we’ll do it with the utmost integrity, and in an environment
where everyone is seen, heard and feels like they belong.
Join Team Amex and let's lead the way together.
Business Unit/Role Specific Info
We are looking for Apprentices to join our 18 Month Software Engineering
Apprenticeship which will give you real world work experience whilst allowing
you to gain a Level 4 qualification.
Our Program has been designed to nurture our next generation of technical
specialists and leaders. We’ll provide you with continuous training and
development, 20% classroom-based with our external training partner and 80% on
the job learning.
You will have the opportunity to work with a wide range of
programming languages; Java, Go, Kotlin, Python, CSS, Java Script, Mavern,
Spring and many more.
American Express has a deep-rooted culture of learning for all colleagues and
you will be supported at every step of your journey. You will work on projects
that have real and long-lasting impact on our business, as well as growing your
technical expertise, we will also support your development through a curated
program of networking and learning experiences.
What type of work can you expect?
· Identify exciting opportunities for adopting new technologies to solve
existing needs and predict future challenges
· Develop software applications as part of a Scrum team
· Learn
technical skills, write code, conduct code reviews and testing
· Partner with Product Managers Senior Engineers and Application
Architects on your team to conceptualize, build new products and prioritize
features.
• Design work, such as user experience or graphic design
• Take part in social activities, charity days, and projects with other
Apprentices, Summer Interns and Graduates
Minimum Qualifications
• A-Levels - or equivalent i.e. BTEC, T-Levels (Grade 5 or above) preferably in
STEM related subjects (Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths)
• GCSE Maths & English – (Grade 5 or above)
Please note that if you have studied Computer Science at Level 4 or achieved
Software Engineering Level 4 Diploma, you are not eligible to apply.
Preferred Skills:
• Creative, collaborative, and curious thinker with a desire to learn
• An eye for detail and the ability to identify opportunities for innovation
and change
• Passion for technology
• Some entry level software development experience, design, or creative
experience of developing products or projects either in an academic,
professional, or personal setting
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to
articulate work to team members and partners.
• Prior coding knowledge/experience in at least one programming language
Our team will review completed applications on a rolling basis. We appreciate
your patience while we consider your application and will be in contact with
you.
Compliance Language:
Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the United Kingdom is
required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions.
As Apprenticeships funded by the U.K. Government there are strict eligibility
criteria, that must be met in order to progress your application.
https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/664620c4993111924d9d36ad/Apprenticeship_Funding_Rules_2024-2025_version_1.pdf
[https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/664620c4993111924d9d36ad/Apprenticeship_Funding_Rules_2024-2025_version_1.pdf]
At American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of
innovation, shared values
[https://www.americanexpress.com/en-us/company/who-we-are/]and Leadership
Behaviors, and an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities, and
colleagues. From delivering differentiated products to providing world-class
customer service, we operate with a strong risk mindset, ensuring we continue to
uphold our brand promise of trust, security, and service.
As part of Team Amex, you’ll experience our 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.