Job DescriptionWe have an opportunity to impact your career and provide an adventure where you can push the limits of what's possible.
As a Lead Software Engineer at JPMorganChase within the Commercial and Investment Bank - Global Equity Derivatives Limits and Controls Management team of Markets Technology, you will architect and build a robust multi-asset risk and control management platform supporting FICC and Equities trading activities. You will collaborate closely with product, business, and user experience teams to deliver scalable, resilient, and intuitive solutions that directly impact our clients and trading operations.
Job responsibilities Architect, design, and deliver complex, large-scale software systems using AWS services, microservices, Kubernetes, and modern full stack technologies (Java, JavaScript, React, etc.)
Lead the development of user-facing features and applications, ensuring seamless integration between backend services and intuitive front-end experiences
Set technical direction and standards for the engineering team, championing best practices in software architecture, scalability, security, and performance
Plan and manage a book of work that spans stakeholders from multiple business areas and multiple technology teams
Collaborate with product owners, business stakeholders, and UX teams to translate requirements into robust, user-centric solutions
Conduct design and code reviews, providing guidance on architectural decisions, patterns, and technology choices
Mentor and coach engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and innovation
Evaluate and recommend new technologies, frameworks, and tools to advance platform capabilities
Troubleshoot and resolve high-impact technical challenges, ensuring system reliability and optimal user experience
Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills- Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 5+ years applied experience
- Software engineering experience, with a proven track record of technical leadership and architectural ownership
- Expertise in Java Core concepts, including object-oriented design, memory management, multi-threading/concurrency, and new language features up to Java 17
- Advanced hands-on coding experience with Java technologies/frameworks such as Spring/Spring Boot, Spring JPA/Hibernate, and REST based services
- Deep expertise in designing and building distributed systems, microservices, and cloud-native applications on AWS
- Experience mentoring and leading engineering teams
- Experience with Kubernetes and container orchestration at scale
- Demonstrated ability to design and deliver user-facing features in partnership with product and UX teams
- Strong understanding of software architecture patterns, scalability, security, and performance optimization
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills
Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills- AWS Certification(s)
- Experience in full stack development (e.g., React, Node.js)
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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