Lead Software Engineer - Cloud Platform Engineering- AWS, Python

Next Frontier Capital; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorgan Chase in Columbus, OH is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to architect, design, and deliver scalable, secure technology solutions across domains, driving engineering standards, and fostering innovation.

You will lead platform design, secure coding, data visualization, and collaborate with teams, mentoring engineers and shaping performance and resiliency. This role emphasizes collaboration, high quality code, and scalable architecture.

Qualifications

• Formal training or certification in software engineering concepts.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands‑on experience in system design, application development, testing, and operational stability in large‑scale corporate environments.

Responsibilities

• Platform Solution Design & Development: Lead design, development, and implementation of scalable platform solutions.
• Secure Coding & Platform Reliability: Develop and maintain high‑quality, secure production code and automation scripts.
• Platform Architecture & Design Documentation: Produce architecture and design documentation for complex applications.
• Data Analysis & Visualization: Gather, analyze, and synthesize large data sets to develop actionable visualizations and reporting.
• Problem Identification & System Improvement: Uncover issues and patterns to enhance coding standards and architecture.
• Community Engagement & Technology Exploration: Participate in internal engineering communities and explore emerging technologies.
• Team Culture & Leadership: Mentor junior engineers and foster a collaborative environment.

Skills

Python

Java

SQL/NoSQL

AWS

CI/CD

Security best practices

Agile methodologies

Education

Software engineering certification

Tools

Jenkins

Spinnaker

Job description

As a Lead Software Engineer at JPMorgan Chase within our agile engineering team, you will architect, design, and deliver robust, market‑leading technology solutions that are secure, stable, and scalable. You will play a pivotal role in driving critical technology initiatives across multiple domains, supporting the firm’s strategic business objectives. Your expertise will be instrumental in elevating our engineering standards and fostering innovation within the organization.

Job Responsibilities

• Platform Solution Design & Development: Lead the design, development, and implementation of scalable platform solutions, leveraging advanced troubleshooting skills and innovative approaches to address complex infrastructure and integration challenges.
• Secure Coding & Platform Reliability: Develop and maintain high‑quality, secure production code and automation scripts, ensuring seamless integration and reliability across enterprise platforms and infrastructure.
• Platform Architecture & Design Documentation: Produce comprehensive architecture and design documentation for complex applications, ensuring all design constraints and best practices are adhered to throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Data Analysis & Visualization: Gather, analyze, and synthesize large, diverse data sets to develop actionable visualizations and reporting, driving continuous improvement of software applications and system performance.
• Problem Identification & System Improvement: Proactively uncover hidden issues and patterns within data, leveraging insights to enhance coding standards, system architecture, and overall application resiliency.
• Community Engagement & Technology Exploration: Contribute to internal software engineering communities of practice, actively participating in events and initiatives that explore emerging technologies and industry trends.
• Team Culture & Leadership: Champion a team culture rooted in diversity, inclusion, respect, and opportunity, mentoring junior engineers and fostering a collaborative environment.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Education & Experience: Formal training or certification in software engineering concepts, with a minimum of 5 years of hands‑on experience in system design, application development, testing, and operational stability within large‑scale corporate environments.
• Programming Proficiency: Advanced proficiency in Python and/or Java, with demonstrated expertise in developing, debugging, and maintaining code using modern programming and database querying languages.
• Data Storage Solutions: Extensive experience with SQL and NoSQL databases, data lakes, and AWS S3, including the design and implementation of scalable data storage architectures.
• Cloud Services Expertise: Proven track record in deploying and managing applications using AWS services such as EMR, EKS/ECS, EC2, Event Bus, and S3.
• Monitoring & Logging Tools: Deep familiarity with enterprise logging and monitoring platforms, including Splunk, Elastic Search, Dynatrace, AppDynamics, Grafana, CloudWatch, and Datadog.
• CI/CD & Automation: Strong experience with Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment processes, utilizing tools such as Jenkins and Spinnaker to automate and streamline software delivery pipelines.
• Software Development Lifecycle: Comprehensive understanding of the full software development lifecycle, agile methodologies, application resiliency, and security best practices.
• Technical Domain Knowledge: Demonstrated expertise in software applications and technical processes within disciplines such as cloud computing, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and mobile technologies.

Compensation and Benefits

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veterans

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 the FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veterans