Lead Software Engineer - Java, AWS

Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Job Family: Software Engineering

About the Role

At JP Morgan Chase, we are a leading global financial services firm with a rich history of innovation in banking, investment, and asset management. As a Lead Software Engineer - Java, AWS, you will play a pivotal role in our Reconciliation Product team, where you'll leverage your expertise to build robust, scalable solutions that ensure accurate and timely financial reconciliations across our vast operations. Based in our state-of-the-art Bengaluru office, this position offers the chance to work on cutting-edge technologies while contributing to the integrity of global financial markets. You'll lead initiatives that handle petabytes of transaction data, minimizing risks and enhancing operational efficiency for clients worldwide. In this senior role, you will architect and implement Java applications deployed on AWS, integrating KDB+ for high-velocity data processing essential to reconciliation workflows. Collaborating with traders, risk analysts, and compliance teams, you'll drive the development of features that automate discrepancy detection and reporting, adhering to stringent regulatory requirements. Your leadership will foster a culture of technical excellence, guiding a team of engineers through complex challenges in a fast-paced fintech environment. This is an opportunity to influence strategic decisions that power JP Morgan's competitive edge in capital markets. We value engineers who thrive in dynamic settings and are passionate about solving real-world financial problems. Join us to advance your career with unparalleled resources, mentorship from industry leaders, and exposure to transformative projects that shape the future of finance. At JP Morgan Chase, your contributions will have a global impact, supported by a collaborative culture that prioritizes innovation, diversity, and work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and maintenance of Java-based reconciliation applications using AWS infrastructure
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate KDB+ for efficient data querying and analysis in financial reconciliation workflows
• Mentor junior engineers and conduct code reviews to ensure high-quality, secure code delivery
• Optimize system performance for handling large-scale financial data volumes in real-time
• Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines to support agile development cycles
• Ensure compliance with JP Morgan's security protocols and financial regulations in all software solutions
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues in production environments, minimizing downtime for critical banking operations
• Contribute to architectural decisions for scalable, cloud-native applications in the reconciliation product suite
• Drive innovation by exploring new AWS services to enhance data reconciliation accuracy and efficiency
• Participate in stakeholder meetings to align technical solutions with business needs in asset management and trading

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; advanced degree preferred
• 8+ years of professional software development experience with a focus on Java-based applications
• Proven expertise in AWS cloud services including EC2, S3, Lambda, and RDS
• Hands-on experience with KDB+ for high-performance data analytics and time-series data handling
• Strong understanding of financial reconciliation processes and data integrity in banking systems
• Experience leading development teams in agile environments within the financial services sector
• Proficiency in building scalable, secure applications compliant with regulatory standards like GDPR and SOX

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with real-time data processing and reconciliation tools in capital markets
• Knowledge of machine learning integration for anomaly detection in financial datasets
• Previous work at a major financial institution on trading or risk management systems
• Certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect or Oracle Java certifications
• Familiarity with DevOps practices using Jenkins, Docker, and Kubernetes

Required Skills

• Advanced Java programming and Spring Boot framework
• AWS cloud architecture and serverless computing
• KDB+ database for quantitative finance applications
• SQL and NoSQL databases for financial data management
• RESTful API design and microservices architecture
• Agile methodologies and Scrum leadership
• Problem-solving in high-stakes financial environments
• Version control with Git and collaborative tools like Jira
• Security best practices for fintech applications
• Data structures and algorithms for performance optimization
• Communication and stakeholder management skills
• Team leadership and mentoring abilities
• Knowledge of financial protocols like FIX and SWIFT
• Scripting with Python or q for data automation
• Experience with monitoring tools like CloudWatch and Splunk

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and performance-based annual bonuses
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Retirement savings plan with generous company matching contributions
• Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and parental leave
• Professional development programs and tuition reimbursement for certifications
• Employee stock purchase plan and financial wellness resources
• On-site fitness centers and wellness programs at JP Morgan campuses
• Global mobility opportunities and relocation assistance for eligible roles

JP Morgan Chase is an equal opportunity employer.