Lead Software Engineer - .NET/ AWS

Location: New York, NY, United States

Job Family: Software Engineering

About the Role

As a Lead Software Engineer - .NET/AWS at JP Morgan Chase, you will play a pivotal role in driving innovative technology solutions that power our global financial services. Based in the heart of New York, NY, you will join an agile team focused on developing secure, scalable applications that support critical functions such as trading platforms, risk management, and client data processing. Leveraging your expertise in .NET and AWS, you will architect cloud-native systems that ensure reliability and compliance in a highly regulated industry, contributing to JP Morgan's mission of delivering superior financial products and services to clients worldwide. In this leadership position, you will collaborate closely with product managers, data scientists, and fellow engineers to translate complex business requirements into high-quality code. Your responsibilities will include leading the design and implementation of .NET-based solutions deployed on AWS, optimizing for performance under high transaction volumes typical in financial markets. You will champion best practices in secure coding, automated testing, and DevOps processes, while mentoring team members to foster a culture of technical excellence and innovation within JP Morgan's engineering community. JP Morgan Chase values engineers who thrive in dynamic environments and are passionate about the intersection of technology and finance. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects that impact millions of customers, with access to state-of-the-art tools and resources. If you are a proactive problem-solver with a deep understanding of cloud technologies and financial systems, join us to shape the future of banking at one of the world's leading financial institutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy robust .NET-based applications on AWS infrastructure to support JP Morgan's global financial operations
• Collaborate with cross-functional agile teams to deliver critical tech solutions for trading, risk analysis, and client services
• Lead code reviews, ensure code quality, and implement best practices for security and performance in financial systems
• Integrate AWS services to build scalable, cloud-native architectures that handle high-volume financial transactions
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in production environments, minimizing downtime for mission-critical applications
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the technical roadmap for innovative fintech projects
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and internal security protocols in all software deliverables
• Optimize application performance using monitoring tools like CloudWatch and implement automated testing frameworks
• Participate in sprint planning and retrospectives to drive continuous improvement in team processes

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum of 7 years of professional software engineering experience
• Strong proficiency in .NET framework and C# programming
• Hands-on experience with AWS cloud services including EC2, S3, Lambda, and RDS
• Proven track record in agile methodologies and collaborative team environments
• Experience developing secure, scalable applications in the financial services sector
• Deep understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and CI/CD pipelines

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Computer Science or related discipline
• Experience with financial systems, trading platforms, or risk management tools
• Certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect or Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance standards like GDPR, SOX, or PCI-DSS
• Prior leadership experience mentoring junior engineers in a fintech environment

Required Skills

• .NET Core and ASP.NET for backend development
• C# programming language expertise
• AWS services including EC2, S3, Lambda, and API Gateway
• SQL databases and ORM tools like Entity Framework
• CI/CD pipelines with tools like Jenkins or AWS CodePipeline
• Agile methodologies and Scrum frameworks
• RESTful API design and microservices architecture
• Security best practices for financial applications
• Version control with Git and collaborative tools like Jira
• Problem-solving and debugging in high-stakes environments
• Communication and teamwork in cross-functional settings
• Knowledge of financial protocols and data standards
• Performance optimization and scalability techniques
• Unit testing frameworks like xUnit or NUnit
• Cloud monitoring and logging with AWS CloudWatch

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and performance-based annual bonuses
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with generous company matching
• Paid time off including vacation, sick days, and parental leave
• Professional development opportunities with tuition reimbursement and certifications
• Employee stock purchase plan and financial wellness programs
• On-site fitness centers, wellness stipends, and mental health support
• Flexible work arrangements including hybrid options in New York

JP Morgan Chase is an equal opportunity employer.