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Lead Software Engineer - Backend Engineering - Java/Kotlin

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Hybrid
New York, NY
Senior level
Hybrid
New York, NY
Senior level
Lead backend engineering for cloud-native, multi-cloud fintech products. Design scalable, reliable, and secure systems using domain modeling. Build testable, operable code, resolve production incidents, optimize performance and data access, and enable zero-downtime releases. Mentor teammates, drive technical direction, and continuously modernize technologies and patterns.
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Out of the successful launch of Chase in 2021, we’re a new team, with a new mission. We’re creating products that solve real world problems and put customers at the center - all in an environment that nurtures skills and helps you realize your potential. Our team is key to our success. We’re people-first. We value collaboration, curiosity and commitment. 

As a Lead Software Engineer at JPMorgan Chase within the Accelerator business, you are the heart of this venture, focused on getting smart ideas into the hands of our customers. You have a curious mindset, thrive in collaborative squads, and are passionate about new technology. By your nature, you are also solution-oriented, commercially savvy and have a head for fintech. You thrive in working in tribes and squads that focus on specific products and projects – and depending on your strengths and interests, you'll have the opportunity to move between them.

While we’re looking for professional skills, culture is just as important to us. We understand that everyone's unique – and that diversity of thought, experience and background is what makes a good team, great. By bringing people with different points of view together, we can represent everyone and truly reflect the communities we serve. This way, there's scope for you to make a huge difference – on us as a company, and on our clients and business partners around the world.

Job responsibilities

  • Use domain modeling techniques to allow us to build best in class business products.

  • Structure software so that it is easy to understand, test and evolve.

  • Build solutions that avoid single points of failure, using scalable architectural patterns.
  • Develop secure code so that our customers and ourselves are protected from malicious actors.
  • Promptly investigate and fix issues and ensure they do not resurface in the future.
  • Make sure our releases happen with zero downtime for our end-users.
  • See that our data is written and read in a way that's optimized for our needs.
  • Keep an eye on performance, making sure we use the right approach to identify and solve problems.
  • Ensure our systems are reliable and easy to operate.
  • Keep us up to date by continuously updating our technologies and patterns.

Required qualifications, capabilities and skills

  • Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 5+ years applied experience
  • Identifies problems, proposes solutions, suggests what's best to focus on. Sees themselves as a problem solver. 
  • Contributes to the problem at hand, even when outside their area of speciality.
  • A desire to teach others and share knowledge. We aren’t looking for hero developers,  more for team players.
  • Adjusts quickly to changing priorities and conditions. Copes effectively with complexity and change. Learns and unlearns technologies and patterns quickly. Comfortable in uncharted waters.
  • Can see the long term. Won’t sacrifice the future for the present. Chooses technologies and approaches based on the end goals.
  • High standards. Expects personal performance and team performance to be nothing short of the best.
  • Does not cut corners ethically. Earns and maintains trust.
  • Does what's best for the company, rather than what's best for themselves or their team.
  • Able to take the initiative and shape their own path and a pragmatic and iterative approach to achieving our long term goals

Technologies

  • We primarily use Jvm based languages (Java/Kotlin) but we also have parts of the platform that use other languages as needed.
  • We look to use Open source when it makes sense and build ourselves when it doesn't.
  • We are entirely cloud native and want to build a truly multi-cloud solution.
  • We look at each problem independently and pick the right technology to solve it.
  • We aren’t afraid to try new things but we always remember that we are looking to build something to last, and we focus on solving real world problems for real life customers.

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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 TeamOur Consumer & Community Banking Group depends on innovators like you to serve consumers, small businesses, municipalities and non-profits.  You’ll support the delivery of award winning tools and services that cover everything from personal and small business banking as well as lending, mortgages, credit cards, payments, auto finance and investment advice. This group is also focused on developing and delivering cutting edged mobile applications, digital experiences and next generation banking technology solutions to better serve our clients and customers.

JPMorganChase San Francisco, California, USA Office

San Francisco, CA, United States

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