Software Engineer Jobs in Phoenix, AZ
Software Engineer jobs in Phoenix are concentrated in Tempe, Downtown Phoenix, and Chandler across fintech, healthcare technology, and enterprise software, with demand running strong across backend, cloud, and full-stack specialties. Employers hiring right now include Sunbelt Controls, Intel Corporation, and ACCO Engineered Systems. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Joining Amex Tech means discovering and shaping your contribution to something big. Here, you can work alongside talented tech teams and build a unique career with the Powerful Backing of American Express. With a range of opportunities to work with the latest technologies, and a commitment to back the broader engineering community through open source, our mission is to power your success. Because Amex Tech is powered by our technology, our culture, and our colleagues.
The Technology organization enables and accelerates the company’s growth strategies, delivering global capabilities and services in support of Amex’s customers and colleagues, while maintaining 24/7 servicing and availability to ensure an uninterrupted, high-quality customer experience. Technology provides the foundation for everything we do in the company while driving differentiation through building and leveraging innovative technology and data insights.
The U.S. Consumer Services and Membership Digital Experiences Technology team (USCDT) brings together foundational strategic technology capabilities in digital experience engineering (Mobile and Web), marketing and advertising technology, enterprise communications, travel and lifestyle, and dining technology. It employs a ground-breaking focus with development responsibilities for customer-facing capabilities that deepen and expand digital engagement, as well as core technical capabilities that cut across business lines and customer segments.
Education Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, and/or comparable experience
- Knowledge of distributed (multi-tiered) systems, algorithms, NoSQL and relational databases
- Knowledge of the core tools used in the planning, analyzing, crafting, building, testing, configuring, and maintaining of assigned application(s)
- Strong proficiency in Java with hands-on experience developing enterprise applications. Working knowledge of RESTful APIs and microservices architecture.
Work Experience:
- Software engineering and development experience or a related job
- Experience in application design, software development, and automated testing
- Experience in object-oriented design and coding with variety of languages
- Experience in distributed (multi-tiered) systems, algorithms, and relational databases
- Experience in Agile software development methodologies and practices such as Scrum/Kanban, iterations, user stories
Experience in automation testing and documentation (i.e. automated, functional, and performance)
Depending on factors such as business unit requirements, the nature of the position, cost and applicable laws, American Express may provide visa sponsorship for certain positions.
At American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of innovation, shared values 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.
We back you with benefits that support your holistic well-being so you can be and deliver your best. This means caring for you and your loved ones' physical, financial, and mental health, as well as providing the flexibility you need to thrive personally and professionally:
- Competitive base salaries
- Bonus incentives
- 6% Company Match on retirement savings plan
- Free financial coaching and financial well-being support
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits
- Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need
- 20+ weeks paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of gender, offered for pregnancy, adoption or surrogacy
- Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)
- Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program
- Career development and training opportunities
For a full list of Team Amex benefits, visit our Colleague Benefits Site .
Joining Amex Tech means discovering and shaping your contribution to something big. Here, you can work alongside talented tech teams and build a unique career with the Powerful Backing of American Express. With a range of opportunities to work with the latest technologies, and a commitment to back the broader engineering community through open source, our mission is to power your success. Because Amex Tech is powered by our technology, our culture, and our colleagues.
The Technology organization enables and accelerates the company’s growth strategies, delivering global capabilities and services in support of Amex’s customers and colleagues, while maintaining 24/7 servicing and availability to ensure an uninterrupted, high-quality customer experience. Technology provides the foundation for everything we do in the company while driving differentiation through building and leveraging innovative technology and data insights.
The U.S. Consumer Services and Membership Digital Experiences Technology team (USCDT) brings together foundational strategic technology capabilities in digital experience engineering (Mobile and Web), marketing and advertising technology, enterprise communications, travel and lifestyle, and dining technology. It employs a ground-breaking focus with development responsibilities for customer-facing capabilities that deepen and expand digital engagement, as well as core technical capabilities that cut across business lines and customer segments.
Education Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, and/or comparable experience
- Knowledge of distributed (multi-tiered) systems, algorithms, NoSQL and relational databases
- Knowledge of the core tools used in the planning, analyzing, crafting, building, testing, configuring, and maintaining of assigned application(s)
- Strong proficiency in Java with hands-on experience developing enterprise applications. Working knowledge of RESTful APIs and microservices architecture.
Work Experience:
- Software engineering and development experience or a related job
- Experience in application design, software development, and automated testing
- Experience in object-oriented design and coding with variety of languages
- Experience in distributed (multi-tiered) systems, algorithms, and relational databases
- Experience in Agile software development methodologies and practices such as Scrum/Kanban, iterations, user stories
Experience in automation testing and documentation (i.e. automated, functional, and performance)
Depending on factors such as business unit requirements, the nature of the position, cost and applicable laws, American Express may provide visa sponsorship for certain positions.
At American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of innovation, shared values 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.
We back you with benefits that support your holistic well-being so you can be and deliver your best. This means caring for you and your loved ones' physical, financial, and mental health, as well as providing the flexibility you need to thrive personally and professionally:
- Competitive base salaries
- Bonus incentives
- 6% Company Match on retirement savings plan
- Free financial coaching and financial well-being support
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits
- Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need
- 20+ weeks paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of gender, offered for pregnancy, adoption or surrogacy
- Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)
- Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program
- Career development and training opportunities
For a full list of Team Amex benefits, visit our Colleague Benefits Site .
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How do I get a software engineer job in Phoenix?
Focus your search on Phoenix's three strongest hiring sectors: fintech and payments companies concentrated in Tempe and Scottsdale, healthcare technology firms clustered around the medical corridor near Downtown, and enterprise software shops in Chandler and Gilbert. Candidates with cloud platform experience, particularly AWS or Azure, and familiarity with agile delivery stand out in this market. Engaging directly with Phoenix's active tech meetup scene also surfaces roles before they're widely posted.
Which companies hire software engineers in Phoenix?
Phoenix software engineer roles are posted by Sunbelt Controls, Intel Corporation, and ACCO Engineered Systems and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Phoenix's employer mix is broad, covering established financial services companies, regional health systems with in-house engineering teams, and a growing cluster of Series B and C startups headquartered in Tempe and the East Valley.
Are there remote software engineer jobs in Phoenix?
Yes, software engineering is one of the more remote-friendly occupations by nature, particularly for roles focused on backend development, cloud infrastructure, and data engineering. About 39% of software engineer openings tied to Phoenix are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how widely distributed teams have become across the sector. Hybrid arrangements are especially common at Phoenix's larger fintech and healthcare tech employers, who often require occasional on-site presence for sprint planning or team offsites.
How can I get a software engineer job in Phoenix with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Phoenix is targeting the city's mid-size fintech and SaaS companies, which routinely hire junior engineers and associate developers into structured onboarding programs. Contract-to-hire roles at Phoenix-based staffing firms that serve tech clients in Tempe and Chandler are another concrete option. Building a portfolio of deployed projects, contributing to open-source work, and attending Phoenix-area hackathons organized by local tech communities helps entry-level candidates get in front of local hiring managers.
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