Be an integral part of an agile team that's constantly pushing the envelope to enhance, build, and deliver top-notch technology products.
As a Senior Lead Software Engineer at JPMorgan Chase within the Technology and Digital Solutions team, you will be an integral part of an agile team that's constantly pushing the envelope to enhance, build, and deliver top-notch technology products. You will lead the design, development, and implementation of Java-based applications with a focus on AWS services, including ECS Fargate and API Gateway. This role provides an opportunity to collaborate with cross-functional teams, provide technical leadership, and mentor junior developers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Lead Java Developer with a strong background in AWS, particularly with ECS Fargate and API Gateway. The ideal candidate will possess excellent design skills, capable of creating solutions that are performant, scalable, cost-effective, and easy to maintain. This role requires providing technical leadership and guiding a team of developers to deliver innovative and efficient solutions. Experience in working with Databricks, Spark, and the Financial Industry is a plus.

Job responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of Java-based applications with a focus on AWS services, including ECS Fargate and API Gateway.
• Design and implement microservices architecture to ensure scalability, flexibility, and maintainability of applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features that meet performance and scalability requirements.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior developers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
• Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications, with a focus on cost-effectiveness and maintainability.
• Identify and correct bottlenecks and fix bugs, ensuring high-quality code and application performance.
• Participate in architectural discussions and design reviews, providing insights and recommendations for best practices.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Formal training or certification on Computer Science concepts and 5+ years applied experience
• 10+ years of experience in Java development, with a strong focus on AWS services and microservices architecture.
• Proven experience with AWS ECS Fargate, API Gateway, and other AWS services.
• Strong understanding of object-oriented programming, design patterns, and architectural principles.
• Experience in designing solutions that are scalable, performant, cost-effective, and easy to maintain.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and leadership skills, with experience in providing technical guidance and mentorship.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Experience with other AWS services such as S3 and RDS.
• Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools, including CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Experience with Databricks and Spark for data processing and analytics.
• Familiarity with the Financial Industry and its specific requirements.
• Knowledge of data platforms and data management solutions.

ABOUT US
JPMorgan Chase, 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:

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.