Senior Software Engineer & DevOps Lead, Markets Tech

Testing Site - JPMC; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorganChase in Jersey City seeks a Lead Software Engineer within the Markets Technology arm. You will be a core technical contributor responsible for delivering secure, scalable technology solutions across multiple business areas in support of the firm’s objectives.

The role emphasizes production-grade code, automation, and strong SDLC practices, with experience in cloud, Windows/Linux internals, and security concepts.

Qualifications

• Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 5+ years applied experience.
• 12+ years in data engineering or software development roles.
• Hands-on practical experience delivering system design, application development, testing, and operational stability.
• Advanced in one or more programming language(s), such as Python, Bash.
• Proficiency in automation and continuous delivery methods.
• Proficient in all aspects of the Software Development Life Cycle.
• Advanced understanding of agile methodologies such as CI/CD, Application Resiliency, and Security.
• Demonstrated proficiency in software applications and technical processes within a technical discipline (e.g., cloud, artificial intelligence, machine learning, mobile, etc.).
• In-depth knowledge of the financial services industry and their IT systems.
• Practical cloud native experience.

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.
• Develops secure high-quality production code, and reviews and debugs code written by others.
• Identifies opportunities to eliminate or automate remediation of recurring issues to improve overall operational stability of software applications and systems.
• Automate testing processes and any manual workflows to enhance efficiency and accuracy. Integrate with various trading front office, middle office and back office system.
• Demonstrate strong working knowledge of Windows and Linux systems internals, networking, and security concepts. Working experience with cloud platforms and containerization technologies.
• Leads communities of practice across Software Engineering to drive awareness and use of new and leading-edge technologies.
• Adds to team culture of diversity, opportunity, inclusion, and respect.

Skills

Python/Bash

Automation & CD

SDLC proficiency

CI/CD

Cloud/containers

Education

12+ years in data engineering or software development

Formal software engineering certification or training

Tools

Windows

Linux

Cloud platforms

Containerization

Job description

JPMorganChase in Jersey City seeks a Lead Software Engineer within the Markets Technology arm. You will be a core technical contributor responsible for delivering secure, scalable technology solutions across multiple business areas in support of the firm’s objectives.

The role emphasizes production-grade code, automation, and strong SDLC practices, with experience in cloud, Windows/Linux internals, and security concepts.