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A Java Developer Government job involves designing, developing, and maintaining Java-based applications for government agencies. These developers work on secure, scalable software solutions that support public services, cybersecurity, and administrative systems. They must follow strict security protocols, comply with government regulations, and often work with classified or sensitive information. Experience with frameworks like Spring, security standards, and database management is typically required.

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A Java Developer Government role typically requires strong Java programming skills, experience with frameworks like Spring or Hibernate, and a bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with government systems, security protocols, and certifications such as Security+ or Certified Java Developer are often valued, along with experience using tools like Maven, Jenkins, and Git. Excellent problem-solving, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders help candidates excel. These skills are essential for building reliable, secure applications that meet the unique needs and standards of government agencies.

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Java Developers in government positions often deal with stringent security requirements, legacy systems integration, and strict compliance standards that can add complexity to development work. Projects may involve working with sensitive or confidential data, requiring meticulous attention to documentation and secure coding practices. Collaboration is frequently cross-disciplinary, involving IT staff, project managers, and sometimes end-users from various departments. Additionally, timelines and project scopes can be influenced by policy changes or regulatory updates, so adaptability is important. These challenges can make the work both demanding and highly impactful, providing valuable experience for career growth.
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Lead Software Engineer - Java

Lead Software Engineer - Java

JP Morgan Chase

Columbus, OH • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 29 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

Morgan Money has revolutionized liquidity trading across the firm serving our corporate clients in all regions to have next generation trading capabilities at their fingertips.

As a Java Lead Software Engineer at JPMorganChase within Asset & Wealth Management, you will help advance Morgan Money's next-generation liquidity trading capabilities for corporate clients across regions. You will build resilient, secure, high-performing services and partner closely with investment and trading stakeholders to deliver measurable business outcomes. You will contribute to a fast-paced engineering culture with frequent production releases and help identify practical opportunities to apply AI and machine learning to improve reliability, insights, and client outcomes.

Job Responsibilities

  • Collaborate directly with investment teams, traders, and portfolio managers to translate objectives into durable technical solutions.
  • Design and deliver high-quality backend services in Java with a focus on scalability, resiliency, and low-latency performance.
  • Drive engineering decisions that shape product design, application functionality, and operational readiness.
  • Lead delivery within an agile team, supporting frequent releases and continuous improvement based on business needs.
  • Develop secure production code and review code changes to raise quality, maintainability, and reliability.
  • Influence technology choices by evaluating and applying modern architectures, patterns, and tooling where they add clear value.
  • Provide technical guidance to engineers and partner teams to accelerate delivery and reduce operational risk.
  • Champion strong software development practices including automated testing, continuous integration, and continuous delivery.
  • Improve observability and incident readiness by leveraging analytics and AI/ML techniques for anomaly detection, alert quality, and faster triage.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

  • Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 5+ years applied experience

  • Proficiency in Core Java and object-oriented design with strong problem-solving skills.
  • Demonstrated experience applying test-driven development and behavior-driven development, including mocking frameworks and automated test suites.
  • Hands-on experience with inversion of control frameworks such as Spring or Guice.
  • Experience with messaging and streaming technologies such as Kafka, IBM MQ, or Solace.
  • Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals including continuous integration/continuous delivery, application resiliency, and secure coding practices.
  • Proven ability to partner with cross-functional stakeholders and communicate complex technical topics clearly.
  • Practical experience using data-driven methods (including applied AI/ML where appropriate) to improve decision-making, performance, or operational outcomes.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

  • Experience with cloud platforms and relevant certifications.
  • Proficiency in Python for automation, data processing, or service development.

  • Experience with digital assets technologies such as smart contracts, Ethereum, and digital wallets.

  • Familiarity with responsible AI practices such as model evaluation, drift monitoring, and safe deployment patterns.
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

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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