Backend Lead Software Engineer

Job Description
We have an opportunity to advance your career and provide an adventure where you can push the limits of what's possible
As a Lead Software Engineer at JPMorgan Chase within the Commercial & Investment Bank, specifically in the Payments division, you will play a crucial role in an agile team committed to enhancing, creating, and delivering high-quality technology products securely, stably, and scalably. As a significant technical contributor, your duties will encompass creating vital technology solutions across various technical domains within numerous business functions, all aimed at supporting the firm's business goals.
Job Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement creative software solutions, including design, development, and technical troubleshooting. Utilize innovative thinking to build solutions and address technical challenges beyond routine or conventional approaches.
• Write secure, high-quality production code, and review and debug code written by others to ensure quality and performance.
• Identify opportunities to eliminate or automate the remediation of recurring issues, enhancing the overall operational stability of software applications and systems.
• Lead evaluation sessions with external vendors, startups, and internal teams to assess architectural designs, technical credentials, and their applicability within existing systems and information architecture.
• Foster communities of practice across Software Engineering to promote awareness and adoption of new and leading-edge technologies.
• Contribute to a team culture that values diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:

• Formal training or certification in software engineering concepts, with 5+ years of applied experience.
• Proficiency in building and maintaining Java web services.
• Expertise in designing REST APIs.
• Hands-on experience in system design, application development, testing, and ensuring operational stability.
• Advanced skills in one or more programming languages (e.g., Java, JavaScript/TypeScript, Golang, Python, Ruby, Clojure, Rust, C++, Haskell, Lisp, etc.).
• Proficiency in automation and continuous delivery methods.
• Comprehensive understanding of all aspects of the Software Development Life Cycle.
• Advanced knowledge of agile methodologies, including CI/CD, application resiliency, and security.
• Demonstrated proficiency in software applications and technical processes within a technical discipline (e.g., cloud, artificial intelligence, machine learning, mobile, etc.).
• In-depth knowledge of the financial services industry and its IT systems.
• Practical experience with cloud-native technologies.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:

• Experience with Spring Boot.
• Experience with BPMN flows.
• Experience with MySQL.
• Experience with Kafka.
• Experience with AWS.
• Experience with REST APIs.
• Experience with gRPC.

FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE ACT:
This position is subject to Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act. As such, an employment offer for this position is contingent on JPMorganChase's review of criminal conviction history, including pretrial diversions or program entries.
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.