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As a Lead Architect at JPMorgan Chase within the Security Services Engineering and Architecture team, you are an integral part of an agile team that works to enhance and develop high-quality architecture solutions for software applications operating on modern cloud-based technologies. The E&A team support technology teams across multiple product areas, performing proofs of concepts and providing subject matter expertise on technical and functional architecture.

Within the team you'll apply your deep technical knowledge and problem-solving skills to delivery of critical architecture solutions that help Securities Services design and operate modern, efficient and secure Cloud Native applications across private and public cloud.

Job responsibilities

• Engages with technical and business stakeholders to understand functional and non-functional requirements, discuss and propose technical approaches to meet current and future needs.

• Provide oversight and guidance to technology teams deploying workloads to Public Cloud, notably AWS.

• Participates in architecture governance bodies

• Executes creative solution design, development, and technical troubleshooting across software and infrastructure with the ability to think beyond routine or conventional approaches to build solutions or break down technical problems

• Identifies gaps in current technologies/services and evaluates, reviews and provides feedback on improvements.

• Leads evaluation sessions with external vendors, startups, and internal teams to drive outcomes-oriented probing of architectural designs, technical credentials, and applicability for use within existing systems and information

• Identifies opportunities to eliminate or automate remediation of recurring issues to improve overall operational stability of software applications and systems

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 5+ years of applied experience

• Hands-on practical experience of Public Cloud Solution Design (primarily AWS)

• Experience with one or more mainstream programming languages, i.e. Java, Python

• Experience with microservice application development in or Solution Oriented Architecture/N-Tier Architecture

• Experience with multiple data storage technologies, e.g. RDBMS, NoSql

• Proficient in all aspects of the Software Development Life Cycle

• Demonstrated proficiency in software applications and technical processes within a technical discipline (e.g., cloud, artificial intelligence, machine learning, mobile, etc.)

• Advanced knowledge of one or more software, applications, and architecture disciplines

• Ability to evaluate current and emerging technologies to recommend the best solutions for the future state architecture

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Experience in secure application and software design practice

• Experience with Infrastructure as Code designs

• Architecture Certification for a Public Cloud provider

• In-depth knowledge of the financial services industry and their IT systems

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

Base Pay/Salary

Jersey City,NJ $152,000.00 - $215,000.00 / year