Lead Software Engineer - Java/AWS

We have an opportunity to impact your career and provide an adventure where you can push the limits of what's possible. 

As a Lead Software Engineer within the Commercial & Investment Bank Security Services, you will be an integral part of an agile team that enhances, builds, and delivers trusted, market-leading technology products in a secure, stable, and scalable way. You will conduct critical technology solutions across multiple technical areas, supporting the firm’s business objectives.

 

Job Responsibilities

• Execute creative software solutions, design, development, and technical troubleshooting, thinking beyond routine approaches to build solutions or break down technical problems.
• Develop secure, high-quality production code; review and debug code written by others.
• Set up and manage Proofs of Concept (POCs) to evaluate new technologies and methodologies, ensuring alignment with business goals and technical requirements.
• Drive adoption of best practices in software development and AI integration, maintaining high standards of quality, security, and efficiency.
• Identify opportunities to eliminate or automate remediation of recurring issues to improve operational stability of software applications and systems.
• Lead technical designs and collaborate with geographically distributed analysts and developers responsible for the program’s software solutions engineering function.
• Work with stakeholders to gather requirements and ensure solutions meet business needs.
• Contribute to a team culture of diversity, opportunity, inclusion, and respect.

 

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 5+ years of applied experience.
• Hands-on experience in system design, application development, testing, and operational stability.
• Proficient in coding in one or more object-oriented languages, including Java 17+ with Spring Boot.
• Advanced understanding of agile methodologies such as CI/CD, Application Resiliency, and Security.
• Experience building enterprise applications with high availability and performance using Java, Spring, Kafka, EKS, Distributed Cache.
• Strong hands-on experience designing and building solutions on AWS, including services such as EC2, S3, Lambda, ELB, ECS, EKS.

 

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Keen interest in staying ahead of modern development trends and experimenting with emerging technologies such as AI and Machine Learning.
• Hands-on experience with Microservices, Data usage patterns, and Event-Driven Architecture (EDA).
• Knowledge of cloud architecture; ability to capture and share best-practice knowledge across teams.
• Ability to back decisions with research and articulate several options with pros and cons.

JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process. 

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans