Senior Lead Software Engineer - Terraform, AWS, Python

Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled and strategic Senior Vice President, to serve as an individual contributor leading multiple critical work streams in our Chase Cloud modernization journey. This role focuses on creating and implementing frameworks for Infrastructure as Code (IaC), deployment pipelines, cost-saving strategies, and operational excellence. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in influencing the Digital Product area group to adopt best practices and leverage the developed frameworks to drive efficiency and innovation.
As a Senior Lead Software Engineer at JPMorgan Chase within the Consumer and Community Banking division and Chase.com, you are an integral part of an agile team dedicated to enhancing, building, and delivering trusted, market-leading technology products in a secure, stable, and scalable manner. Your role involves promoting significant business impact through your capabilities and contributions, utilizing deep technical expertise and problem-solving methodologies to address a diverse array of challenges across multiple technologies and applications.
Job responsibilities

• Designs and implements scalable, secure, and cost-effective AWS infrastructure solutions.
• Develops and maintains infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or AWS CDK.
• Monitors and optimizes the performance, availability, and scalability of AWS infrastructure.
• Implements and manages security best practices, including identity and access management (IAM), encryption, and network security.
• Automates infrastructure provisioning, configuration, and deployment processes.
• Identifies opportunities for cost optimization and implement strategies to reduce AWS spending.
• Develops and maintain scripts and tools to enhance operational efficiency.
• Works closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, DevOps, and security, to support project requirements and deliverables.
• Provides technical guidance and support to team members and stakeholders.
• Stays up-to-date with the latest AWS services, features, and best practices.
• Participates in continuous learning and professional development opportunities.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 5+ years applied experience
• Hands-on 7+ years of practical experience in system design, application development, testing, and operational stability.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
• Experience in developing, debugging, and maintaining code in a large corporate environment with one or more modern programming languages and database querying languages.
• Overall knowledge of the Software Development Life Cycle.
• Solid understanding of agile methodologies such as CI/CD, Application Resiliency, and Security.
• Demonstrated knowledge of software applications and technical processes within a technical discipline (e.g., cloud, artificial intelligence, machine learning, mobile, etc.).
• Proven experience as an AWS Infrastructure Engineer or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of AWS services, including EC2, S3, RDS, VPC, IAM, Lambda, and CloudWatch.
• Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or AWS CDK.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools, including CI/CD pipelines and version control systems (e.g., Git).

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• AWS Certified Solutions Architect or AWS Certified DevOps Engineer certification.
• Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Knowledge of networking concepts and security best practices.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

About Us
Chase is a leading financial services firm, helping nearly half of America's households and small businesses achieve their financial goals through a broad range of financial products. Our mission is to create engaged, lifelong relationships and put our customers at the heart of everything we do. We also help small businesses, nonprofits and cities grow, delivering solutions to solve all their financial needs.
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.
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About the Team
Our Consumer & Community Banking division serves our Chase customers through a range of financial services, including personal banking, credit cards, mortgages, auto financing, investment advice, small business loans and payment processing. We're proud to lead the U.S. in credit card sales and deposit growth and have the most-used digital solutions - all while ranking first in customer satisfaction.