Lead Software Engineer - Java, Distributed Systems, Cloud

JPMorganChase; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global financial services firm is seeking a Lead Software Engineer in Singapore to innovate within the Wealth Management Advisor & Investment Technology sector. The role involves designing and developing secure, high-quality software solutions while leading technical troubleshooting efforts. Candidates should have extensive experience in Java development and cloud native application design, alongside excellent agile and software lifecycle knowledge. Join the team to contribute to enhancing operational stability and system performance in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in software development.
• Advanced knowledge of Java and cloud applications.
• Proficient in agile project management techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead innovative software design and development.
• Ensure system stability and performance.
• Collaborate with various teams for solution delivery.

Skills

Java development

Cloud native application design

Automation and continuous delivery

Agile methodologies

Software Development Life Cycle

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Tools

AWS

Angular

React

Kafka

Job description

As a Lead Software Engineer at JPMorgan Chase within Wealth Management Advisor & Investment Technology, you play a crucial role in an agile team dedicated to improving, developing, and providing reliable, cutting-edge technology solutions that are secure, stable, and scalable.

Job responsibilities

• Executes creative software solutions, design, development, and technical troubleshooting with ability to think beyond routine or conventional approaches to build solutions or break down technical problems
• Develops secure high-quality production code, and reviews and debugs code written by others
• Identifies opportunities to eliminate or automate remediation of recurring issues to improve overall operational stability of software applications and systems
• Leads evaluation sessions with external vendors, startups, and internal teams to drive outcomes-oriented probing of architectural designs, technical credentials, and applicability for use within existing systems and information architecture
• Leads communities of practice across Software Engineering to drive awareness and use of new and leading-edge technologies
• Adds to team culture of diversity, opportunity, inclusion, and respect

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Formal training or certification on Java development concepts and 5+ years applied experience and hands-on practical experience delivering system design, application development, testing, and operational stability
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or equivalent
• Demonstrated experience in delivery of complex software systems and features that have cross team impacts
• In-depth knowledge of designing and building Cloud native application (AWS)
• Advanced in one or more programming language(s)
• Proficiency in automation and continuous delivery methods
• Proficient in all aspects of the Software Development Life Cycle
• Advanced understanding of agile methodologies such as CI/CD, Application Resiliency, and Security
• Demonstrated proficiency in software applications and technical processes within a technical discipline (e.g., cloud, artificial intelligence, machine learning, mobile, etc.)
• In-depth knowledge of the financial services industry and their IT systems

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Leverage AWS services, including ECS, EKS, and Lambda, to design, deploy, and manage scalable and efficient cloud-based applications within the software development lifecycle
• Familiarity with modern front-end technologies such as Angular or React
• Utilize Kafka and AWS MSK to implement robust data streaming and processing solutions, enhancing real-time data handling capabilities

About Us

J.P. Morgan is a global leader in financial services, providing strategic advice and products to the world's most prominent corporations, governments, wealthy individuals and institutional investors. Our first-class business in a first-class way approach to serving clients drives everything we do. We strive to build trusted, long-term partnerships to help our clients achieve their business objectives.

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.

About the Team

J.P. Morgan Asset & Wealth Management delivers industry-leading investment management and private banking solutions. Asset Management provides individuals, advisors and institutions with strategies and expertise that span the full spectrum of asset classes through our global network of investment professionals. Wealth Management helps individuals, families and foundations take a more intentional approach to their wealth or finances to better define, focus and realize their goals.