Lead Software Engineer - Java/Spring Boot/Cloud Developer

Location: Columbus, OH, United States

Job Family: Software Engineering

About the Role

At JP Morgan Chase, we are at the forefront of financial innovation, powering the world's leading financial services with cutting-edge technology. As a Lead Software Engineer - Java/Spring Boot/Cloud Developer in our Columbus, OH team, you will play a pivotal role in delivering critical tech solutions that support our global operations in consumer banking, investment management, and corporate services. Working within an agile environment, you will lead the development of robust, scalable applications that handle high-volume transactions while adhering to stringent regulatory requirements. This position offers the opportunity to influence architectural decisions and drive digital transformation in the financial sector, ensuring our platforms remain secure, efficient, and resilient against evolving market demands. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve architecting cloud-native solutions using Java and Spring Boot, integrating with JP Morgan's proprietary systems, and optimizing for performance in multi-cloud environments. You will collaborate closely with product managers, data scientists, and compliance experts to translate business needs into technical implementations, fostering innovation in areas like real-time payments and risk analytics. As a leader, you will mentor team members, conduct code reviews, and champion best practices to maintain the high standards expected in a firm managing trillions in assets. This role demands a proactive approach to problem-solving, with a focus on delivering value in a fast-paced, high-stakes setting. Joining JP Morgan Chase means becoming part of a diverse, inclusive culture that values work-life balance and professional growth. We invest in our people through extensive training programs and career mobility across our global network. If you are passionate about leveraging technology to shape the future of finance, this position in Columbus provides an ideal platform to advance your career while contributing to solutions that impact millions of customers worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain high-quality Java/Spring Boot applications for financial systems
• Collaborate with cross-functional agile teams to deliver critical tech solutions across multiple domains
• Design, build, and deploy cloud-native applications ensuring scalability and security
• Implement best practices for code quality, testing, and performance optimization
• Integrate applications with JP Morgan's core banking platforms and third-party services
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in production environments
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team knowledge sharing
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations such as GDPR, SOX, and PCI-DSS
• Participate in code reviews and architectural discussions to drive innovation
• Monitor and optimize application performance in cloud infrastructures

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• 7+ years of professional software development experience with Java and Spring Boot
• Proven experience in cloud development, preferably with AWS, Azure, or GCP
• Strong understanding of agile methodologies and experience working in agile teams
• Experience in financial services or regulated industries with knowledge of compliance standards
• Ability to design and implement scalable, secure applications in a high-stakes environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Computer Science or related field
• Experience with microservices architecture and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
• Prior work at a large financial institution like JP Morgan Chase
• Certifications in cloud platforms (e.g., AWS Certified Developer)

Required Skills

• Java programming expertise
• Spring Boot framework proficiency
• Cloud computing (AWS/Azure/GCP)
• Microservices architecture
• RESTful API development
• Database management (SQL/NoSQL)
• Agile/Scrum methodologies
• CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab)
• Containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Security best practices in financial apps
• Problem-solving and debugging
• Team collaboration and communication
• Version control (Git)
• Unit testing frameworks (JUnit, Mockito)
• Performance tuning and monitoring

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and performance-based annual bonuses
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching contributions
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick days, and parental leave
• Professional development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement and certifications
• Employee stock purchase plan and financial wellness programs
• On-site fitness centers and wellness initiatives at Columbus campus
• Flexible work arrangements and hybrid work options

JP Morgan Chase is an equal opportunity employer.