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Lead Software Engineer - Java & Database

Lead Software Engineer - Java & Database

JPMorgan Chase & Co.

Jersey City, NJ • On-site

$152K - $215K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 20 days ago

JPMorgan Chase & Co. rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 466 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

45th of 141 rated banks

Job description

Job Description
Looking for an innovative and passionate Java & database developer for the Global Operations Technology team in Asset Management.
It is a great opportunity to learn the Asset management business with focus on Direct Lending, Bank loans and data and the candidate will get an opportunity to work on application modernization using technologies such as cloud based micro service applications, event-based communication, and much more.
As a Lead Software Engineer at JPMorgan Chase within Asset Wealth Management, you serve as a seasoned member of an agile team to design and deliver trusted market-leading technology products in a secure, stable, and scalable way. You are responsible for carrying out critical technology solutions across multiple technical areas within various business functions in support of the firm's business objectives.
Job Responsibilities
  • Executes software solutions, design, development, and technical troubleshooting with ability to think beyond routine or conventional approaches to build solutions or break down technical problems.
  • Creates secure and high-quality production code and maintains algorithms that run synchronously with appropriate systems.
  • Produces architecture and design artifacts for complex applications while being accountable for ensuring design constraints are met by software code development.
  • Gathers, analyzes, synthesizes, and develops visualizations and reporting from large, diverse data sets in service of continuous improvement of software applications and systems.
  • Proactively identifies hidden problems and patterns in data and uses these insights to drive improvements to coding hygiene and system architecture.
  • Contributes to software engineering communities of practice and events that explore new and emerging technologies.
  • Adds to team culture of diversity, opportunity, inclusion, and respect.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills
  • Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 5+ years applied experience.
  • Hands-on Software Engineering/Development experience in Core / Full-stack Java, Object-oriented analysis and design techniques, Rest APIs
  • Hands-on experience in Oracle SQL, PL/SQL or other Database technologies including query optimization.
  • Experience in developing, debugging, and maintaining code in a large corporate environment with one or more modern programming languages and database querying languages.
  • Comprehensive understanding of the end-to-end Software Development Life Cycle, including requirements discovery, solution design, architecture, coding standards, version control, unit/integration testing,
  • Strengthen delivery with CI/CD pipelines, build application resiliency, and enforce robust security controls.
  • Proficient in Agile frameworks and practices, including iterative delivery, cross-functional collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  • Hands-on practical experience in system design, application development, testing, and operational stability.
  • Proficient in coding in one or more languages

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills
  • Familiarity with modern front-end technologies like REACT
  • Hands-on exposure to AWS cloud services and ecosystems
  • AWS Certified (e.g., Solutions Architect, Developer, etc.)

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 Asset & Wealth Management delivers industry-leading investment management and private banking solutions. Asset Management provides individuals, advisors and institutions with strategies and expertise that span the full spectrum of asset classes through our global network of investment professionals. Wealth Management helps individuals, families and foundations take a more intentional approach to their wealth or finances to better define, focus and realize their goals.

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