Senior Lead Software Engineer - Java Backend

Job Description
Description
We have an exciting and rewarding opportunity for you to take your software engineering career to the next level.
As a Senior Lead of Software Engineering at JP Morgan Chase within Asset and Wealth Management Team, we look first and foremost for people who are passionate about solving business problems through innovation and engineering practices. You serve in a engineering manager leadership role by providing technical coaching and advisory for technical software engineers, as well as anticipate the needs and potential dependencies of other functions within the firm.
Key Responsibilities

• Partner with the lead on end-to-end software development lifecycle (SDLC) for front-office financial applications.
• Architect, design, and implement large-scale, cloud-native Java solutions.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders, Portfolio Managers, and Research Analysts to translate requirements into technical solutions.
• Ensure code quality, security, and compliance with JPMC standards.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers; foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• Drive adoption of Agile methodologies and DevOps practices across the team.
• Oversee application deployment, integration, and ongoing support in a full DevOps model.

Required Experience & Skills

• Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 5+ years of applied experience
• Hands-on practical experience delivering system design, application development, testing, and operational stability
• Expert in Java (preferably Java 11+), Spring Boot, RESTful APIs, and enterprise design patterns.
• Strong experience with messaging/event-driven architectures (MQ/JMS, Kafka preferred).
• Proficient in SQL/NoSQL databases (Microsoft SQL, PL/SQL).
• Hands-on experience with unit and automated testing frameworks (JUnit, Mockito).
• Deep understanding of Java concurrency and thread-safe programming.
• Familiarity with modern infrastructure (cloud, virtualization, object stores).
• Skilled in DevOps tools and processes (GIT/Bitbucket, Maven, Jenkins, Sonar).
• Experience implementing security and integration frameworks.
• Agile development experience in fast-paced environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with modern front-end technologies.
• Exposure to cloud technologies.
• Knowledge and interest in the financial industry.
• Experience with job scheduling tools and CI/CD integration.

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.