Lead Security Engineer - Java Full Stack

JPMorganChase; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorgan Chase is seeking a Senior Lead Security Engineer to design, implement, and secure cryptographic infrastructure for global financial systems. You will work in an agile Cybersecurity & Technology Controls team, delivering scalable, secure software across on-prem and cloud environments.

The role emphasizes hands-on Java/Python development, DevOps enablement, and architecture leadership to improve coding hygiene and system resilience while guiding delivery in 2-week sprints.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of software engineering experience and formal training in software concepts.
• Proficient in Java and Python with enterprise development experience.
• Experience with relational databases (SQL) and ORM frameworks.
• Strong understanding of Agile SDLC, distributed systems, and security practices.
• Hands-on system design, testing, and production support.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test and deploy Java/Python applications across Dev/Prod environments.
• Perform security validation, performance tuning, and apply best practices.
• Automation of deployment and CI/CD pipelines in on-premises and cloud.
• Write unit/integration tests and create documentation/runbooks.
• Collaborate with product owners in an agile two-week sprint cycle.

Skills

Java

Python

Agile methodologies

Software Development Life Cycle

Problem solving

Tools

Spring

Spring Boot

SQL

ORM (Hibernate)

JPA

AWS

Kubernetes

Job description

Job Description

Design, implement, and secure cryptographic infrastructure as a Lead Security Engineer, protecting global financial systems.

As a Senior Lead Security Engineer at JPMorgan Chase within the Cybersecurity & Technology Controls, you are an integral part of an agile team that works to deliver software solutions that satisfy pre-defined functional and user requirements with the added dimension of preventing misuse, circumvention, and malicious behavior. Drive significant business impact through your capabilities and contributions and apply deep technical expertise and problem-solving methodologies to tackle a diverse array of cybersecurity challenges that span multiple technology domains.

Job Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test and deploy Java/python applications to Dev, Test and Prod environment.
• Perform security validation, performance tuning and apply software engineering best practices.
• Support/maintain applications post-production deployment (Devops)
• Automate deployment and infrastructure pipelines in both on-prem and public cloud environments
• Write unit/integration test cases for the application modules. Create Software documentation and operational run books
• Identify hidden problems and patterns and use these insights to drive improvements to coding hygiene and system architecture.
• Create architecture and design artifacts for complex applications while being accountable for ensuring design constraints are met by engineering.
• Work with product owners to gather requirements, understand, design scalable and secure applications. Work in an agile environment and deliver features in 2 week sprint cycle
• Lead delivery of applications, continuity-related awareness, training, educational activities, and exercises
• Work in a collaborative and independent manner

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills

• Formal training or certification in software engineering concepts and 5+ years' applied experience.
• Application development experience, debugging and maintaining code in one or more modern programming languages and database querying languages for enterprise environments with strong analytical and problem solving skill
• Hands-on practical experience in system design, application development, testing and operational stability
• 5+ years of applied experience working in Java: Spring, Spring boot frameworks etc.,
• Proficient in all aspects of Agile methodologies, Software Development Life Cycle, distributed systems, resiliency, and security
• Hands on experience working on relational/NoSql databases, SQL and ORM technologies(JPA, hibernate etc.,)
• Excellent knowledge of Object-Oriented concepts, analysis and design using common design patterns

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills

• Any associate level or above AWS certification
• Any kubernetes certification

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About Us

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

About The Team

Our professionals in our Corporate Functions cover a diverse range of areas from finance and risk to human resources and marketing. Our corporate teams are an essential part of our company, ensuring that we're setting our businesses, clients, customers and employees up for success.