Lead Software Engineer - Java, AWS

JPMorgan Chase & Co.; Auchentibber; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is seeking a Lead Software Engineer for Identity and Access Management. You will guide a team to deliver secure authentication and authorization solutions, modernize platforms, and work with global teams to set strategic direction.

You will mentor engineers, drive technical excellence, and foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement across multiple domains and channels.

Qualifications

• Lead a small team to deliver innovative IAM solutions.
• Knowledge of authentication standards and secure design.
• Experience with Java and cloud-native architectures.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team to deliver identity and access management solutions.
• Modernize authentication platforms across channels and domains.
• Evaluate and prototype internal and vendor authentication solutions.
• Integrate anti-fraud and biometric authentication into applications.
• Utilize APIs and SDKs for standards-based integration.
• Drive quality and efficiency across the development lifecycle.
• Set high technical standards for the team.
• Collaborate with global teams to achieve goals.
• Foster innovation, inclusion, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Team leadership

IAM / authentication

Java programming

Cloud platforms

Open standards

Architectural design

Global collaboration

Job description

Join us to shape the future of identity and access management as you lead a team of passionate technologists. You’ll have the opportunity to work with cutting‑edge technologies, modernize critical platforms, and deliver impactful solutions for a global organization. At JPMorgan Chase & Co., your expertise will help us create secure, robust, and innovative systems that support our clients worldwide. We value your drive for excellence and commitment to professional growth. Be part of a diverse, collaborative team where your contributions truly matter.

As a Lead Software Engineer in our Identity and Access Management team, you will drive a team of innovators and technologists to deliver next‑generation authentication and authorization solutions. You will set strategic direction, solve complex challenges, and inspire your team to embrace leading‑edge technologies and methodologies. Your leadership will help us deliver secure, high‑quality outcomes that support our business and clients. You’ll collaborate with global teams and harness the talents of technologists from around the world. Your work will have a direct impact on our technology and the clients we serve.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team to deliver high‑quality, innovative identity and access management solutions.
• Modernize authentication and authorization platforms across multiple channels and domains.
• Evaluate and prototype internal and vendor solutions for user authentication.
• Integrate anti‑fraud and biometric authentication solutions into customer‑facing applications.
• Utilize APIs and SDKs for both niche solutions and open standards.
• Drive quality and efficiency throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Set and model high technical standards for the team.
• Collaborate with local and global teams to achieve common goals.
• Foster a culture of innovation, inclusion, and continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Ability to lead and guide a small team to deliver innovative solutions.
• Understanding of application and data architecture disciplines.
• Knowledge of architecture, design, and business processes.
• Ability to work collaboratively in diverse, global teams.
• Experience with authentication and modern authentication practices and solutions (such as OAuth2/OpenID Connect, SAML, Facebook Login, Google Sign-In).
• Proficiency in one or more general‑purpose programming languages; Java strongly preferred.
• Cloud‑native experience (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Flexibility to work across disparate technology stacks and applications.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Experience integrating anti‑fraud and biometric authentication solutions.
• Familiarity with open standards and security protocols.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Passion for mentoring and developing others.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.
• Experience in the financial services industry is a plus.