Lead Infrastructure Engineer

Location: Jersey City, NJ, United States

Job Family: Infrastructure Engineering

About the Role

As a Lead Infrastructure Engineer at JP Morgan Chase, you will play a pivotal role in engineering robust, scalable infrastructure solutions that power our world-class financial services. Based in our state-of-the-art facility in Jersey City, NJ, you will be an integral part of an agile team, driving innovation across multiple technical domains including cloud computing, networking, and automation. In this leadership position, you will architect solutions that ensure the reliability and security of critical systems supporting global banking operations, from high-frequency trading platforms to customer-facing digital services. Your work will directly contribute to maintaining JP Morgan's reputation as a leader in the financial industry, where precision, compliance, and performance are paramount. Key to success in this role is your ability to collaborate seamlessly with cross-functional teams, including developers, security experts, and business stakeholders, to deliver infrastructure that aligns with agile development cycles. You will lead the design and implementation of hybrid cloud environments, leveraging tools like AWS and Kubernetes to handle the immense data volumes and transaction loads inherent in financial services. Emphasizing security and regulatory adherence—such as SOX and GDPR—you will mitigate risks while optimizing for cost-efficiency and scalability. This position offers the opportunity to mentor emerging talent and influence strategic infrastructure decisions that shape JP Morgan's technological future. JP Morgan Chase values engineers who thrive in dynamic, high-stakes environments and are passionate about advancing financial technology. Joining our team means access to cutting-edge resources, continuous learning opportunities, and the chance to impact millions of customers worldwide. If you are a proactive problem-solver with a deep understanding of infrastructure in regulated industries, this role will allow you to lead transformative projects that drive business growth and innovation at one of the world's largest financial institutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and deploy critical infrastructure solutions across cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments to support JP Morgan's global financial operations
• Collaborate with agile teams to integrate infrastructure engineering with software development, ensuring seamless delivery of banking applications
• Implement security best practices and compliance measures to protect sensitive financial data and adhere to industry regulations
• Monitor and optimize infrastructure performance, scalability, and reliability for high-volume transaction processing
• Lead troubleshooting and resolution of complex infrastructure issues impacting trading platforms and customer services
• Develop automation scripts and tools to streamline infrastructure provisioning and maintenance in a fast-paced financial setting
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to knowledge sharing within JP Morgan's engineering community
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend innovations to enhance infrastructure resilience for financial services
• Conduct risk assessments and disaster recovery planning for critical banking systems

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in infrastructure engineering, with a focus on financial services environments
• Proven track record in designing and implementing scalable infrastructure solutions in agile teams
• Strong understanding of cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP, with emphasis on secure financial data handling
• Experience with automation tools and CI/CD pipelines in high-stakes banking applications
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance standards like SOX, GDPR, and PCI-DSS in the financial sector

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant technical discipline
• Experience working at a major financial institution like JP Morgan Chase
• Certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect or Cisco CCIE
• Background in leading cross-functional teams on infrastructure projects for global banking operations

Required Skills

• Proficiency in infrastructure as code (IaC) tools like Terraform and Ansible
• Expertise in containerization and orchestration with Docker and Kubernetes
• Strong knowledge of networking protocols, load balancing, and firewalls in secure financial networks
• Experience with monitoring tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, or Splunk for infrastructure health
• Scripting and programming skills in Python, Bash, or PowerShell
• Understanding of DevOps practices and agile methodologies in banking projects
• Familiarity with cloud security services and identity management in AWS or Azure
• Analytical problem-solving for high-pressure financial system outages
• Excellent communication skills for collaborating with stakeholders across global teams
• Leadership abilities to guide infrastructure initiatives in a regulated environment
• Knowledge of database infrastructure like SQL Server or Oracle for financial data
• Experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins or GitLab CI
• Risk management and compliance awareness in financial services
• Adaptability to evolving technologies in the fintech landscape

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and performance-based annual bonuses
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with generous company matching
• Paid time off including vacation, sick days, and parental leave
• Professional development opportunities through JP Morgan's internal training programs and tuition reimbursement
• Employee stock purchase plan and financial wellness resources
• On-site fitness centers and wellness programs at Jersey City location
• Flexible work arrangements including hybrid options for work-life balance

JP Morgan Chase is an equal opportunity employer.