Software Engineer II

Location: Hyderabad, Telangana, India

Job Family: Software Engineering

About the Role

At JP Morgan Chase, we are at the forefront of transforming the financial services industry through innovative technology. As a Software Engineer II in our Hyderabad office, you will join an agile team dedicated to designing and delivering market-leading products that power global banking, investment, and asset management services. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-impact projects, such as enhancing trading platforms, developing risk management tools, and building secure client portals, all while ensuring scalability and compliance with stringent financial regulations. You will contribute to a collaborative environment where your technical expertise helps drive JP Morgan's commitment to innovation and client trust in a dynamic, secure ecosystem. In this position, you will engage in the full software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering to deployment and maintenance. Leveraging your programming skills in languages like Java or Python, you will build robust applications that integrate with core banking systems and handle vast datasets critical to financial decision-making. Expect to collaborate with cross-functional teams, including data analysts and compliance experts, to address real-world challenges like fraud detection and real-time transaction processing. Your work will directly support JP Morgan's goal of providing seamless, technology-driven solutions that serve millions of clients worldwide. We value engineers who thrive in agile settings and are passionate about secure, scalable design. This role not only allows you to grow your career in one of the world's leading financial institutions but also provides exposure to cutting-edge technologies in fintech. Join us in Hyderabad to make a tangible impact on the future of finance, with opportunities for professional development and global collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with agile teams to design, develop, and deploy secure, scalable software solutions for JP Morgan Chase's financial products
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code using modern programming languages and frameworks
• Participate in code reviews, testing, and debugging to ensure high-quality deliverables
• Integrate applications with financial systems, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards like GDPR and SOX
• Contribute to the optimization of trading platforms, risk analytics tools, or client-facing banking applications
• Work closely with product managers, data scientists, and stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical specifications
• Monitor and maintain production systems, troubleshooting issues in real-time for mission-critical financial operations
• Stay updated on emerging technologies and apply them to enhance JP Morgan's market-leading technology stack
• Adhere to cybersecurity best practices to protect sensitive financial data and prevent fraud

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• At least 2-4 years of experience in software development, preferably in financial services or fintech
• Proficiency in at least one programming language such as Java, Python, or C++
• Experience working in an Agile/Scrum environment with tools like JIRA
• Strong understanding of secure coding practices and data privacy regulations in the financial sector
• Ability to collaborate in cross-functional teams to deliver scalable solutions

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Computer Science or related discipline
• Experience with cloud platforms like AWS or Azure in a financial context
• Knowledge of financial instruments, trading systems, or risk management software
• Certifications such as AWS Certified Developer or Oracle Java Certification

Required Skills

• Java or Python programming
• Agile methodologies
• RESTful APIs and microservices architecture
• Database management (SQL/NoSQL)
• Cloud computing (AWS/Azure)
• Version control (Git)
• Unit testing and CI/CD pipelines
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Communication and teamwork
• Financial domain knowledge
• Secure coding practices
• Data structures and algorithms
• DevOps tools (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Regulatory compliance awareness
• Adaptability to fast-paced environments

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and performance-based bonuses aligned with financial industry standards
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage for employees and families
• Retirement savings plan with company matching contributions
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and parental leave
• Professional development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement and access to internal training programs
• Employee stock purchase plan and financial wellness resources
• Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid options in Hyderabad
• Global mobility programs and career advancement within JP Morgan Chase

JP Morgan Chase is an equal opportunity employer.