Senior Lead Software Engineer - Java
Job Responsibilities
- Executes creative software solutions, design, development, and technical troubleshooting with the ability to solve complex problems and deliver scalable solutions across distributed systems and microservices architectures
- Develops secure, high-quality production code, and reviews and debugs code written by others to ensure engineering excellence
- Identifies opportunities to eliminate or automate remediation of recurring issues to improve overall operational stability, resiliency, and performance of applications
- Drives architecture and design decisions influencing system scalability, performance, and long-term platform evolution
- Led evaluation sessions with internal teams and stakeholders to assess architectural designs and ensure alignment with enterprise technology strategies
- Contributes to platform modernization through adoption of cloud-native, event-driven, and microservices-based architectures
- Provides technical leadership and mentorship to engineers, fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing engineering culture
- Partners with business, product, and operations teams to translate Prime Finance and Broker Dealer requirements into scalable technical solutions
- Ensures robust delivery across environments with strong focus on SDLC, testing (unit, SIT, UAT), and production stability
- Leads communities of practice and promotes the adoption of modern engineering standards, tools, and emerging technologies
Qualifications
- Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 5+ years of applied experience
- Hands-on practical experience delivering system design, application development, testing, and operational stability in large-scale enterprise environments
- Advanced proficiency in one or more programming languages, with strong expertise in: Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs, Microservices and distributed systems architecture
- Strong experience with: Relational databases (Oracle/DB2) and/or NoSQL (MongoDB), Cloud-native development (AWS or equivalent), CI/CD pipelines, DevOps, and automation practices
- Proficient in all aspects of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and stakeholder communication skills
- Demonstrated proficiency in building high-volume, low-latency, mission-critical financial systems
- Practical experience working across cross-functional teams in complex enterprise organizations
About Us
JPMorganChase, 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, 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.
About The Team
J.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.