Senior Lead Architect - Blockchain (Kinexys)

JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorganChase Bank, N.A. in Singapore is seeking a hands-on Senior Lead Architect to design and implement robust, cloud-native solutions.

You will work directly with code and engineers on high-impact platforms, with a strong emphasis on technical depth over management. The role focuses on architecture, automation, CI/CD, and security, while exploring public blockchain technologies and evolving best practices.

Qualifications

• Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 5+ years applied experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or equivalent.
• Hands-on architecture experience with delivery focus.
• Proficiency in automation, CI/CD, and SDLC.
• Strong knowledge of agile, resiliency, and security.
• Experience with cloud-native platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Experience with public blockchain tech (Ethereum, Solana, Hyperledger).
• Understanding of financial services IT systems.

Responsibilities

• Architect, design, and implement scalable solutions with production-quality code.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship on architecture and implementation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet business, compliance, and security standards.
• Identify and resolve technical challenges and integration points with other teams.
• Drive automation, CI/CD, and cloud-native adoption for faster delivery.
• Contribute to evaluation and integration of public blockchain technologies.
• Foster a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning.

Skills

Hands-on architecture

Cloud-native platforms

CI/CD expertise

Blockchain familiarity

Security best practices

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Ethereum

Hyperledger

Job description

If you are a hands-on architect with a passion for building robust solutions and a keen eye for detail, thrive on solving complex technical challenges and enjoy working directly with code, cloud-native platforms, and emerging technologies like public blockchains, we are looking for people just like you.

As a Senior Lead Architect at JPMorganChase within the Kinexys team, you will design and implement innovative solutions, collaborating closely with engineering teams to deliver high-quality products. This role is ideal for someone who prefers technical depth and direct contribution over traditional management responsibilities.

Job Responsibilities

• Architect, design, and implement scalable solutions, working directly with engineering teams and writing production-quality code as needed.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship, guiding best practices in architecture, design, and implementation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure solutions meet business requirements, compliance standards, and security best practices.
• Identify and resolve technical challenges, proactively addressing dependencies and integration points with other teams and platforms.
• Drive adoption of automation, CI/CD, and cloud-native technologies to improve delivery speed and reliability.
• Contribute to the evaluation, integration, and implementation of public blockchain technologies and protocols.
• Foster a culture of technical excellence, innovation, and continuous learning within the team.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 5+ years applied experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or equivalent
• Strong experience designing and building technology solutions, with a focus on hands-on architecture and implementation.
• Proficient in automation, CI/CD, and all aspects of the Software Development Life Cycle.
• Advanced understanding of agile methodologies, application resiliency, and security.
• Practical experience with cloud-native platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Demonstrated experience working with public blockchain technologies (e.g., Ethereum, Solana, Hyperledger, etc.).
• In-depth knowledge of the financial services industry and their IT systems.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Experience working at the code level (e.g., Java, Python, Go, or similar languages).
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently on complex technical challenges.
• Experience integrating blockchain solutions with existing enterprise systems.