Principal Application Engineer (Full-Stack)

  • Discover Financial Services
  • Riverwoods, IL
  • time-alarm-solid 02-27-2024

Job Description

Join Discover Financial Services as a Principal Application Engineer (Full-Stack) and be part of a collaborative, innovative team driving cutting-edge solutions in the digital banking and payments industry. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering high-impact software solutions, participating in strategic technology decisions, and coaching technology communities within Discover. The ideal candidate is a seasoned professional with a proactive mindset, capable of addressing complex challenges efficiently.

Responsibilities

  • Creates solutions for high-impact technology and business priorities.
  • Competent in multiple contexts, including programming languages, security, automation, and testing.
  • Participates in strategic technology decisions affecting Discover as a whole.
  • Proactively identifies and mitigates issues based on intuition and experience.
  • Coaches technology communities within Discover.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
  • 6+ years of experience in Information Technology, Software Engineering, or related fields.
  • Internal applicants must have a technical proficiency rating of proficient on the Dreyfus engineering scale.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in front-end web development with JavaScript frameworks and backend technologies.
  • Knowledge of Cloud Technologies like AWS, Pivotal Cloud Foundry, and OpenShift.
  • Experience with API service architecture and automation mindset in testing and deployment.
  • Proficiency in CI/CD Pipeline tools such as Jenkins, Github Actions, Chef, and more.
  • Strong technical skills in Java, Spring, Kafka, Openshift, and Jenkins.

Application Deadline

The application window is expected to close on Mar-06-2024. Apply as soon as possible, as the posting may not be available after this date.

Compensation

Base pay ranges from $104,000.00 to $175,600.00, with additional incentives based on various factors.

Benefits

  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Time Off
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, & Health Savings Account
  • STD, Life, LTD, and AD&D
  • Recognition Program
  • Education Assistance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Family Support Programs
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Discover Financial Services is dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Apply now and become a part of our customer-centric culture!