Sr. Director of Software Engineering - US Regulatory Reporting Technology

Testing Site - JPMC; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorgan Chase, within the Corporate Sector, is seeking a Senior Director of Software Engineering to lead multiple technical areas and departments in financial technology and reporting. You will drive adoption of modern methods, collaborate with finance, product, and technology to ensure accurate reporting, and guide complex projects from design to delivery.

The role emphasizes high-level stakeholder management, regulatory compliance, and a culture that values diversity and inclusion across

Qualifications

• 7+ years in Software Engineering leading complex technology programs in large orgs.
• Experience leading large cross-functional technologist teams in fintech.
• Proven track record with Spark, Databricks, AWS/Azure, React, and Java.
• Ability to influence across matrixed organizations and deliver value at scale.
• Extensive experience in system design, testing, and operational stability for financial reporting systems.
• Strong track record in hiring, developing, and recognizing tech talent.
• Deep understanding of cloud-native development and modern software practices.
• Background in financial technology applications and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent communication and collaboration with senior stakeholders.
• Commitment to DEI and inclusive leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and implementation of fintech reporting solutions to improve firmwide tech objectives.
• Direct multiple areas with strategic focus on transactional processes and reporting systems.
• Collaborate with finance, product, and tech teams to ensure seamless data flow and accuracy.
• Interface with senior financial leaders to align on reporting requirements.
• Oversee complex projects from design through testing to operational stability.
• Influence peers and leaders to adopt innovative financial tech solutions.
• Advocate for best practices in financial reporting and regulatory adherence.
• Champion DEI and respectful culture within fintech and reporting teams.
• Drive continuous improvement of reporting processes using modern tech.
• Ensure data security and integrity in reporting systems.

Skills

Big Data

Spark

Databricks

React

Java

Cross-functional leadership

Cloud AWS/Azure

Data security

Regulatory knowledge

Stakeholder influence

Education

Bachelor's or higher in CS/Engineering/Math

Tools

Spark/Databricks

AWS

Azure

React

Java

Job description

Your opportunity to make a real impact and shape the future of financial services is waiting for you. Let’s push the boundaries of what's possible together.

As a Senior Director of Software Engineering at JPMorgan Chase within the Corporate Sector, you lead multiple technical areas, manage the activities of multiple departments, and collaborate across technical domains. Your expertise is applied cross-functionally to drive the adoption and implementation of technical methods within various teams and aid the firm in remaining at the forefront of industry trends, best practices, and technological advances.

Job responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of financial technology solutions to enhance financial reporting capabilities and achieve firmwide technology objectives.
• Directly manage multiple areas with a strategic focus on transactional processes, ensuring financial reporting systems are efficient, accurate, and compliant.
• Collaborate with finance, product, and technology teams to integrate financial reporting systems across departments for seamless data flow and reporting accuracy.
• Serve as the primary interface with senior financial leaders, stakeholders, and executives, driving consensus on financial technology objectives and reporting requirements.
• Oversee complex projects related to financial reporting, including system design, testing, and operational stability, ensuring timely and successful delivery.
• Influence peer leaders and senior stakeholders to adopt innovative financial technology solutions that improve reporting efficiency and accuracy.
• Advocate for best practices in financial reporting, ensuring adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Champion the firm’s culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect within the financial technology and reporting teams.
• Lead efforts to innovate and continuously improve financial reporting processes, leveraging modern technologies and methodologies.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and maintain the highest standards of data security and integrity in financial reporting systems.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• 7+ years of experience or equivalent expertise in Software Engineering, with a focus on leading complex technology projects and programs in large organizations
• Proven experience in developing or leading large or cross-functional teams of technologists, particularly within the financial technology sector.
• Experience managing technology teams working with Big Data technologies (Spark, Databricks), Cloud Infrastructure(AWS, Azure), UI (React) development, and Java programming.
• Demonstrated ability to influence across highly matrixed, complex organizations and deliver value at scale.
• Extensive experience in leading complex projects that support system design, testing, and operational stability, specifically in financial reporting systems.
• Strong track record in hiring, developing, and recognizing talent within technology teams.
• Extensive practical experience with cloud-native technologies and modern software development practices.
• Expertise in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, or a related technical field, with a strong understanding of financial technology applications.
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulatory requirements related to financial reporting and technology.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders.
• Commitment to championing diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect within the team and organization.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Experience working at code level