Lead Software Engineer - SRE - Java/Python

Location: Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina

Job Family: Software Engineering

About the Role

At JP Morgan Chase, we are a leading global financial services firm with a commitment to innovation and excellence in technology. As a Lead Software Engineer in Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) specializing in Java and Python, you will play a pivotal role in our agile teams, delivering critical technical solutions that power our banking, investment, and asset management operations. Based in our state-of-the-art office in Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina, you will contribute to building resilient systems that handle trillions in transactions daily, ensuring seamless experiences for clients worldwide. This position demands a blend of deep technical expertise and a proactive mindset to maintain the high reliability our financial services require in a competitive landscape. Your primary focus will be on designing and implementing robust SRE practices to support JP Morgan Chase's core platforms, including real-time trading systems, risk analytics, and secure payment gateways. You will leverage Java and Python to automate infrastructure, optimize performance, and respond to incidents swiftly, minimizing disruptions in our 24/7 global operations. Collaborating with cross-functional teams of developers, data scientists, and compliance experts, you will drive continuous improvement initiatives, such as enhancing observability with advanced monitoring tools and ensuring adherence to stringent financial regulations like Basel III and data privacy standards. This role offers the opportunity to lead technical discussions and mentor emerging talent, fostering a culture of innovation within one of the world's largest banks. Joining JP Morgan Chase means becoming part of a dynamic community that values diversity, professional growth, and work-life balance. In this lead position, you will tackle challenging problems at the intersection of technology and finance, contributing to solutions that impact millions of customers. With access to cutting-edge resources and a supportive environment, you will advance your career while helping shape the future of financial services. If you thrive in high-impact roles and are passionate about reliable engineering, this is your chance to make a meaningful difference at JP Morgan Chase.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy critical technical solutions using Java and Python to support JP Morgan Chase's global financial platforms
• Collaborate with agile teams to ensure high availability and reliability of trading, risk management, and payment systems
• Implement SRE best practices, including automation of infrastructure, incident response, and capacity planning
• Monitor and optimize system performance to handle high-volume financial transactions with minimal downtime
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex production issues in real-time, adhering to financial industry standards
• Contribute to code reviews, testing, and deployment pipelines to maintain secure and scalable services
• Mentor junior engineers on SRE principles and foster a culture of continuous improvement
• Analyze metrics and alerts to proactively identify and mitigate risks in the financial ecosystem
• Integrate security measures to protect sensitive client data in compliance with regulatory requirements
• Participate in on-call rotations to support 24/7 operations for global banking services

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• 7+ years of experience in software engineering with a focus on SRE practices
• Proficiency in Java and Python for developing and maintaining production systems
• Strong understanding of cloud infrastructure, particularly AWS or similar platforms used in financial services
• Experience in agile methodologies and working in cross-functional teams
• Demonstrated ability to handle high-stakes environments in the financial sector
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced certifications in cloud technologies (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect)
• Experience with monitoring tools like Prometheus, Grafana, or Splunk in a banking context
• Knowledge of financial regulations such as GDPR, SOX, or PCI-DSS compliance
• Prior work in Site Reliability Engineering at a large-scale financial institution
• Master's degree in a technical discipline

Required Skills

• Expertise in Java and Python programming languages
• Proficiency in SRE tools like Terraform, Kubernetes, and Docker
• Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) for scalable financial applications
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI) in agile environments
• Monitoring and logging skills using ELK Stack or similar
• Understanding of microservices architecture and API design
• Incident management and root cause analysis techniques
• Security best practices for financial data protection
• Agile and Scrum methodologies
• Problem-solving and critical thinking under pressure
• Effective communication and collaboration in multicultural teams
• Attention to detail for compliance and accuracy in banking systems
• Adaptability to fast-paced, evolving financial technologies
• Leadership skills for mentoring and guiding engineering teams
• Analytical skills for performance optimization and risk assessment

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and performance-based bonuses aligned with financial services standards
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage for employees and families
• Retirement savings plan with generous company matching contributions
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and parental leave policies
• Professional development opportunities, such as tuition reimbursement and access to internal training programs
• Employee stock purchase plan and other financial wellness benefits
• Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid options in Buenos Aires
• Wellness programs, including gym memberships and mental health support tailored to high-stress financial roles

JP Morgan Chase is an equal opportunity employer.