Job Description:
Role Summary/Purpose :
Billions of transactions-and you'll touch all of them if you join our IT team as a Front-End Software Developer (L9) . 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.
As a Front-End Engineer, you'll work hand in hand with our User Experience team to create eye popping, user-friendly, super intuitive online applications. You'll participate in hack-a-thons, partner with universities on innovation events, work with our famed Stamford Innovation Station-you'll bring us ideas about how to do things differently. You'll be defining what Software Engineering means here-and how it can affect the entire industry.
It's the ideal time to come aboard - we're focused on the future as we continue to evolve as a company. With so many opportunities available, this is where you can make your mark and help define the FinTech industry.
You're the one we're looking for if you:
Are you passionate about creating amazing online applications that can empower a Fortune 200 company
Have common sense-can you think through your designs to make sure they're the best?
Are you a coder who is also a problem solver, capable of creating elegant, testable code that's robust and scalable
Are ready to be disruptive and interesting in the commerce space
Can work with product, marketing, and project management as one agile team
Are ready to own your own career and destiny
Value results
Have tech chops: React single page web app development background is a must
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. Occasionally you may be required to commute or travel for in person engagement activities such as business or team meetings, training and culture events.
Essential Responsibilities:
Build amazing web applications using ReactJS, HTML, CSS, JS and more
Work with a cross-shore development team
Influence and collaborate to create an amazing online experience
Participate in agile sprints with cross-functional teams including planning, daily standups, backlog grooming sessions and reviews
Analyze production defects, troubleshoot systems, identify root cause, and implement fixes
Work with third party vendors to develop software and/or integrate their software into our products
Perform other duties and/or special projects as assigned
Qualifications/Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in computer science or related degree and a minimum of 2 years of web application development experience OR, in lieu of degree, High School Diploma/GED 4 years of professional web application development experience
Ability and flexibility to travel for business as required
Desired Characteristics:
Working knowledge of Generative AI concepts, tools, and best practices, including prompt engineering, LLM-based development workflows, and the design and orchestration of AI agents and sub-agents.
Experience building responsive web applications using ReactJS, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
Experience working on an agile development team
Experience with building React component libraries and dependency management tools like NPM
Experience with continuous integration environments like Jenkins
Experience building and deploying applications
Experience with unit testing frameworks, UI test cases in a Test-driven development (TDD) environment
Working knowledge of implementing Accessibility (ADA) and Analytics requirements
Grade/Level: 09
The salary range for this position is 85,000.00 - 140,000.00 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.
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
Job Family Group:
Information Technology
