Job DescriptionIf you are a software engineering leader ready to take the reins and drive impact, we've got an opportunity just for you.
As the Director of Software Engineering at JPMorgan Chase within Corporate and Investment Bank Securities Lending, you will oversee multiple technical areas, manage the activities of several departments, and foster collaboration across various technical domains. Your expertise will be utilized cross-functionally to promote the adoption and implementation of technical methodologies within diverse teams, helping the firm maintain its leadership in industry trends, best practices, and technological advancements.
Job Responsibilities- Define and execute the technology vision for Securities Lending, aligning engineering initiatives with business and regulatory objectives.
- Collaborate with senior business leaders to translate complex challenges into actionable technical strategies.
- Oversee the design and delivery of low-latency, cloud-native platforms using modern technologies and best practices.
- Architect and enforce payment controls and compliance mechanisms for cash, collateral, and stock transactions across jurisdictions.
- Champion engineering best practices, drive modernization efforts, and foster a culture of innovation and accountability.
- Build strong relationships with product, business, and technology stakeholders to influence decision-making and drive successful outcomes.
- Lead the adoption and integration of AWS cloud technologies for scalable and resilient solutions.
- Mentor and develop engineering leaders, promoting growth and high performance across the organization.
- Maintain governance over coding standards, control obligations, and key success metrics to optimize cost, maintainability, and operational efficiency.
Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills- Deep full stack development experience with Java, Spring, React, and Oracle.
- Up-to-date with hand-on development in Java including microservices, HTML5, relational databases and distributed platforms.
- Extensive hands-on experience architecting and building cloud-native, distributed systems with high availability, fault tolerance, and scalability.
- Proven ability to design and implement low-latency solutions and manage large volumes of data.
- Strong background in cloud infrastructure for large-scale frontend and backend applications.
- 10+ years of progressive software engineering experience, including 5+ years leading technologists and cross-functional teams.
- Demonstrated success in coaching, mentoring, and developing engineering talent at all levels.
- Experience in hiring, growing, and retaining top engineering talent.
- Ability to define technology roadmaps, manage competing priorities, and align product and technical strategies.
- Experience with governance, compliance, and regulatory requirements in financial services.
- Strong decision-making skills with accountability for coding standards, cost of ownership, and operational excellence.
Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills- Experience integrating and leveraging third-party capabilities to enhance technology solutions.
- Proven track record in hiring, developing, and coaching top engineering talent.
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Prior experience in financial services or securities lending technology.
- Demonstrated ability to lead technology transformation initiatives at scale.
About UsJPMorganChase, 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 TeamJ.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.
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