Lead Java Backend Architect – Cloud, AI, Scalable Systems

JPMorgan Chase & Co.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is seeking a Lead Software Engineer in New York to design, build, and operate scalable, cloud-native backend systems within the Consumer and Community Bank.

You will serve as a core technical contributor across multiple business functions, driving secure and resilient solutions. The role emphasizes modern databases, Spring Boot microservices, and cloud infrastructure with a strong focus on non-functional requirements and AI-assisted capabilities to enhance code quality and

Qualifications

• 5+ years practical experience in software engineering and system design.
• Hands-on experience delivering design, development, testing, and operational stability.
• Advanced Java proficiency.
• Experience with Kubernetes and containerized applications.
• Experience with AWS.
• Experience using AI-assisted development tools.
• Strong understanding of CI/CD, security, and resiliency practices.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and operate scalable, cloud-native backend systems.
• Develop secure, high-quality production code and review others' code.
• Identify and automate remediation to improve operational stability.
• Lead evaluation sessions with external vendors to assess architectural designs.
• Promote enterprise AI-assisted engineering practices and standardized validation.
• Apply SDLC tools to improve automation and delivery.

Skills

Java

Distributed systems

Cloud-native design

Agile methodologies

AI-assisted development

Security & resiliency

Leadership

SDLC understanding

Education

Formal training or certification in software engineering

Tools

Kubernetes

Spring Boot

AWS

CI/CD tooling

Job description

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is seeking a Lead Software Engineer in New York to design, build, and operate scalable, cloud-native backend systems within the Consumer and Community Bank.

You will serve as a core technical contributor across multiple business functions, driving secure and resilient solutions. The role emphasizes modern databases, Spring Boot microservices, and cloud infrastructure with a strong focus on non-functional requirements and AI-assisted capabilities to enhance code quality and