Senior Lead Software Engineer - Java, Prime Financial Services Technology

JP Morgan Chase; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorganChase in Chicago seeks a Senior Lead Software Engineer to join the Commercial & Investment Technology team. You will contribute as a core technical leader, delivering trusted market-leading technology products in a secure, scalable way.

You will work on design, development, testing, and delivery across multiple business functions, with emphasis on code quality, automation, and collaboration with stakeholders to enable firm objectives.

Qualifications

• Formal degree or certification on software engineering concepts and 5+ years applied experience.
• Hands-on practical experience in system design, application development, testing, and operational stability.
• Strong core Java experience with understanding of collection framework, GC, multi-threading.
• Hands-on experience in Java/J2EE, Spring Boot, Kafka, React JS, CI/CD, AWS, and Kubernetes.
• Experience building scalable, secure software in a large corporate environment.

Responsibilities

• Executes creative software solutions, design, development, and troubleshooting with non-routine approaches.
• Designs, develops, codes, and troubleshoots with consideration of upstream/downstream systems.
• Creates automated unit tests using Test Driven Development.
• Develops understanding of clearing and settlements within Cash Prime.
• Partners to develop realistic project estimates and drive value through change programs.
• Ensures control, stability, resiliency, capacity, and performance.
• Plans and manages testing (Unit, SIT, UAT) and production delivery with high quality.
• Promotes AI-assisted engineering practices and secure coding standards.
• Uses SDLC tools and automation to improve velocity and quality at scale.

Skills

Java

J2EE

Spring Boot

Kafka

React JS

CI/CD

AWS

Kubernetes

DevOps

Security

Agile

Education

Software engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

CI/CD tooling

Job description

As a Senior Lead Software Engineer at JPMorganChase within the Commercial & Investment Technology in Cash Prime Technology, you are 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 are responsible for conducting critical technology solutions across multiple technical areas within various business functions in support of the firm's business objectives.

Job responsibilities

• Executes creative software solutions, design, development, and technical troubleshooting with ability to think beyond routine or conventional approaches to build solutions or break down technical problems
• Designs, develops, codes, and troubleshoots with consideration of upstream and downstream systems and technical implications Drive the delivery of business value via change programs, projects within the technology group
• Create automated unit tests using a Test Driven Development approach
• Develop a strong understanding of key functions of clearing and settlements within Cash Prime business
• Partner with supporting tech leads to develop realistic and achievable project estimates.
• Analyze and build within Control, Stability, Resiliency, Capacity & Performance areas.
• Perform testing: Unit, SIT & UAT planning and management.
• Doing robust delivery of code into the production environment with zero tolerance for post implementation issues
• Take part in decisions affecting long range organizational goals & strategic planning. Proactively look to develop, implement and further development best practices and contribute to quality improvement, code reviews, code and architecture standards, code reuse etc.
• Drives adoption and governance of approved AI-assisted engineering practices across teams to improve code quality, delivery speed, and operational outcomes (e.g., AI-assisted code review/refactoring, test acceleration, release readiness, incident/root-cause analysis), while establishing measurable validation standards (secure coding, peer review, automated testing) and promoting reuse of proven patterns and automation within the SDLC/TLM toolchain.
• Applies knowledge of tools within the Software Development Life Cycle toolchain, including approved AI-assisted development and automation capabilities, to improve the value realized by automation at scale

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Formal degree or certification on software engineering concepts and 5+ years applied experience
• Hands-on practical experience in system design, application development, testing, and operational stability
• Strong core Java experience with clear understanding of advanced concepts in collection framework, garbage collection, multi-threading etc.
• Hands on experience in Java\J2EE, Spring Boot, Database knowledge, Kafka, React JS, CI\CD, designing features, AWS cloud experience
• Strong problem solving, analytical and communication skills to take on difficult and complex large scale problems and provide end to end solutions
• Experience in developing, debugging, and maintaining code in a large corporate environment with one or more modern programming languages and database querying languages
• Solid understanding of agile methodologies such as CI/CD, DevOps, Applicant Resiliency, and Security, Kubernetes
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders in business, operations, operate etc.
• Demonstrated experience leading effective use of enterprise-authorized AI-assisted software development tools within the work environment (e.g., for coding, code review, test acceleration, troubleshooting) with the ability to set team expectations for validating AI outputs for correctness, performance, and security
• Strong understanding of responsible AI use in engineering workflows, including data sensitivity considerations, secure handling of inputs/outputs, and adherence to resiliency and security expectations; experience coaching senior engineers/leads on compliant usage patterns and controls.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Prior Markets Technology Experience
• Designing & developing micro-front end based micro-services.
• Expert in Kubernetes platform
• Expert in DevOps methodology

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

J.P. Morgan's Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.