Senior Lead Software Engineer (Java Senior Lead)

Job Description
As a Java Lead Software Engineer at JPMorgan Chase within the Commercial & Investment Banking Technology, you are an integral part of an agile team that works to enhance, build, and deliver trusted market-leading technology products in a secure, stable, and scalable way. As a core technical contributor, you are responsible for conducting critical technology solutions across multiple technical areas within various business functions in support of the firm's business objectives.
Job responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor a team of developers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment.
• Actively participate in coding, debugging, and developing innovative solutions to address complex technical challenges.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance in Java-based development and architecture, ensuring adherence to best practices.
• Oversee the design, development, and implementation of software solutions, maintaining high-quality code standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and deliver new features and enhancements that meet business needs.
• Ensure seamless integration and functionality of API gateways and network components, optimizing performance and reliability.
• Assist team members with troubleshooting and resolving technical issues, offering hands-on support and expertise.
• Coordinate with global teams to ensure alignment and effective communication across different time zones, driving project success.
• Drive continuous improvement in development processes and practices, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills:

• 5+ years of experience in software engineering with formal training or certification.
• Strong Agile software development experience.
• Proficiency in Java, Spring Boot, JPA, and API Development.
• Experience with AWS or Azure Cloud Services;
• Skilled in SQL/NoSQL databases Sybase Server and Cassandra.
• Expertise in microservices and cloud development.
• Proficient in memory/CPU optimization and tuning.
• Advanced understanding of application, data, and infrastructure architecture.
• Ability to collaborate with high-performing teams to achieve common goals.
• Familiarity with DevOps, automated testing, and continuous integration.
• Experience in leading and mentoring team members for professional growth.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills:

• Experience of working in financial services / Understanding of equity derivative products.
• Experience with UI concepts, languages and platforms including JavaScript/REACT, AngularJS, HTML5, CSS3.
• In-depth knowledge of AWS Public Cloud products and solutions such as: ECS
• Cloud certification - AWS, 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'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.