Entry Level Software Architect Jobs in Chicago, IL

DESCRIPTION:
Duties: Design, develop and implement software solutions. Solve business problems through innovation and engineering practices. Perform all aspects of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) including analyzing requirements, incorporating architectural standards into application design specifications, documenting application specifications, translating technical requirements into programmed application modules, and developing or enhancing software application modules. Identify or troubleshoot application code-related issues. Take active role in code reviews to ensure solutions are aligned to pre-defined architectural specifications. Assist with design reviews by recommending ways to incorporate requirements into designs and information or data flows. Participate in project planning sessions with project managers, business analysts, and team members to analyze business requirements and outline proposed solutions.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum education and experience required: Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, or related field of study plus 1 year of experience in the job offered or as Software Engineer, Software Developer, Application Developer or related occupation. The employer will alternatively accept a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, or related field of study plus 3 years of experience in the job offered or as Software Engineer, Software Developer, Application Developer or related occupation.
Skills Required: This position requires one (1) year of experience with the following: developing web-based applications using Java, J2EE, Spring, and Spring Boot; building front-end UI components with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript; developing single-page applications with React.js and TypeScript; configuring and developing Adobe Experience Manager UI components. This position requires any amount of experience with the following: developing scalable, robust software based on microservice architecture patterns that expose functionality via REST APIs; managing dependencies with Maven; designing, implementing, and maintaining CI/CD pipelines leveraging Jenkins for pipeline orchestration and pipeline-as-code; SonarQube for static analysis, code coverage, and quality gate enforcement; migrating legacy applications to be deployed in AWS cloud; implementing automated testing using Selenium in conjunction with Groovy-based SmartSpec to automate requirements and test specifications; performing regression, performance, and load testing, including analyzing results, conducting root cause analysis, and designing and implementing solutions; executing end-to-end production support by leveraging Splunk, Datadog, and Dynatrace to diagnose issues and resolve tickets with comprehensive closure documentation; building file- based applications that utilize JSON- and XML-formatted payloads for data transfers; performing data manipulation, data structuring, data design flows, and query optimization using SQL; delivering projects through the full SDLC using Agile methodologies; integrating applications with Apache Kafka by implementing producers and consumers for reliable, scalable, event-driven messaging; implementing data access layers using Hibernate ORM with Oracle and SQL databases; managing source code repositories in Bitbucket using Git, including branching, merging, and pull request workflows. Experience and skills may be gained through graduate-level internships.
Job Location: 10 S. Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60603.
We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set, and location. For those in eligible roles, discretionary incentive compensation which may be 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. In addition, please visit: https://careers.jpmorgan.com/us/en/about-us.
Full-Time. Salary: $133,700-$155,000 per year.
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, 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
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.