Lead Security Engineer - Python/Java Developer

JPMorgan Chase; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorganChase is seeking a Lead Security Engineer - Python/Java Developer in Wilmington, DE to join the Cybersecurity & Technology Controls team within Corporate Technology. You will be a core technical contributor across multiple domains, delivering secure software in an agile environment.

You will lead high-impact engineering efforts, drive reliability and security improvements, and mentor engineers while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet business objectives.

Qualifications

• Formal training or certification in software engineering concepts and 5+ years’ applied experience.
• Proficiency in reliability, scalability, performance, security, enterprise system architecture, toil reduction, and site reliability best practices.
• Advanced hands-on experience delivering system design, application development, testing, and operational stability.
• Fluent in at least one modern programming language (Python, Java/Spring Boot).
• Advanced knowledge of software applications and technical processes, with depth in cloud/distributed systems.
• Proficient in automation and CD methods, including CI/CD pipelines.
• Proficient with observability tools and SLO alerting.
• Proficient with container/orchestration (ECS, Kubernetes, Docker).
• Experience troubleshooting networking technologies.
• Practical cloud-native experience.
• Actively self-educates and evaluates new technology.

Responsibilities

• Execute software solutions, design, development, and advanced troubleshooting to solve complex problems.
• Develop secure, high-quality production code, review and debug code, and automate remediation of recurring issues to improve stability.
• Lead resiliency design reviews and act as the main contact during major incidents.
• Lead initiatives to improve reliability, stability, and performance using data-driven analytics.
• Define service level indicators/objectives and error budgets with stakeholders.
• Provide high-level technical expertise across domains and solve bottlenecks.
• Document and share knowledge through internal forums and communities of practice.

Skills

Python

Java/Spring Boot

Reliability & performance

Enterprise architecture

CI/CD

Observability

Kubernetes

Docker

AWS

Cloud native

Incident management

Tools

Kubernetes

Docker

Terraform

AWS

Job description

Lead Security Engineer - Python/Java Developer

Wilmington, DE, United States

Job Information

• Job Identification 210786264
• Job Category Security Engineering
• Business Unit Corporate Sector
• Posting Date 09/09/2026, 08:20 PM
• Locations 880 Powder Mill Rd, Wilmington, DE, 19803, US
• Job Schedule Full time

Job Description

Take on a crucial role where you'll be a key part of a high-performing team delivering secure software solutions.

As a Lead Software Engineer at JPMorganChase within the Cybersecurity & Technology Controls team in Corporate Technology, you will be an integral part of an agile team that works to enhance, build, and deliver trusted market-leading technology products in a secure, stable, and scalable way. As a core technical contributor, you will be responsible for conducting critical technology solutions across multiple technical areas within various business functions in support of the firm’s business objectives.

Job Responsibilities:

• Execute software solutions, design, development, and advanced technical troubleshooting, thinking beyond conventional approaches to solve complex problems.
• Develop secure, high-quality production code, review and debug code, and automate remediation of recurring issues to improve operational stability.
• Lead resiliency design reviews, deconstruct complex problems into actionable work for other engineers, and act as the main point of contact during major incidents.
• Lead initiatives to improve reliability, stability, and performance of applications and platforms using data-driven analytics to enhance service levels.
• Drive collaboration to identify comprehensive service level indicators, establish service level objectives and error budgets with stakeholders and customers.
• Offer high-level technical expertise within one or more technical domains, proactively identifying and solving technology-related bottlenecks.
• Document and share knowledge within the organization via internal forums and communities of practice, driving awareness and adoption of new technologies.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:

• Formal training or certification in software engineering concepts and 5+ years’ applied experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency in reliability, scalability, performance, security, enterprise system architecture, toil reduction, and site reliability best practices.
• Advanced hands-on experience delivering system design, application development, testing, and operational stability.
• Fluent in at least one modern programming language (Python, Java/Spring Boot,).
• Advanced knowledge of software applications and technical processes, with emerging depth in one or more technical disciplines (e.g., cloud, distributed systems).
• Proficient in automation and continuous delivery methods, including CI/CD pipelines.
• Proficient with observability tools and service level objective alerting.
• Proficient with container and orchestration technologies (ECS, Kubernetes, Docker).
• Experience troubleshooting networking technologies and issues.
• Practical cloud native experience.
• Actively self-educates, evaluates new technology, and recommends suitable solutions.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills:

• Observability Tools (e.g. Splunk, Grafana)
• Data Streaming Frameworks
• AWS services
• Kubernetes
• Terraform

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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 [https://careers.jpmorgan.com/us/en/how-we-hire/faqs](https://careers.jpmorgan.com/us/en/how-we-hire/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.