Software Engineer III - Data / ETL Developer

Location: Plano, TX, United States

Job Family: Software Engineering

About the Role

At JP Morgan Chase, we are at the forefront of financial innovation, and our Software Engineer III - Data / ETL Developer role in Plano, TX, plays a pivotal part in designing and delivering market-leading technology products. As a seasoned member of an agile team, you will focus on building secure, scalable ETL solutions that power our banking, investment, and asset management services. Leveraging your expertise in data engineering, you will handle complex financial datasets, ensuring seamless integration and processing to support real-time decision-making and regulatory compliance in a dynamic global environment. In this role, you will collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and business stakeholders to architect robust data pipelines that transform raw financial information into actionable insights. You will employ cutting-edge tools and methodologies to optimize ETL processes, mitigating risks associated with high-stakes trading and customer data management. Your contributions will directly impact JP Morgan Chase's ability to maintain leadership in the financial services industry by enhancing data reliability, performance, and security. We value engineers who thrive in fast-paced settings and are passionate about innovation. Joining our team means access to world-class resources, mentorship from industry experts, and opportunities to grow within one of the world's largest financial institutions. If you have a proven track record in data engineering within finance, we invite you to bring your skills to JP Morgan Chase and help shape the future of banking technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain ETL pipelines to process and transform financial data for analytics and reporting
• Collaborate with agile teams to deliver secure, scalable technology solutions that support JP Morgan Chase's market-leading products
• Optimize data workflows to ensure high availability and performance in high-volume trading environments
• Implement data validation, error handling, and monitoring to maintain data integrity and compliance
• Integrate ETL processes with big data technologies to support real-time financial insights
• Conduct code reviews and contribute to best practices for secure software development
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in production data systems, minimizing impact on business operations
• Work with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical data solutions
• Stay updated on industry trends in data engineering and apply innovations to enhance JP Morgan's platforms

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in software engineering with a focus on data processing and ETL development
• Proficiency in designing and implementing scalable data pipelines in a financial services environment
• Experience working in agile methodologies and collaborating with cross-functional teams
• Strong understanding of data security and compliance standards such as GDPR and SOX relevant to banking
• Demonstrated ability to handle large-scale data sets and optimize ETL processes for performance

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant technical field
• Experience with cloud platforms like AWS or Azure in a financial context
• Prior work at a major financial institution handling sensitive market data
• Certification in ETL tools or data engineering (e.g., AWS Certified Data Analytics)

Required Skills

• ETL development using tools like Apache NiFi, Talend, or Informatica
• Programming languages: Python, Java, or Scala
• SQL and database management (e.g., Oracle, PostgreSQL)
• Big data technologies: Hadoop, Spark, Kafka
• Cloud computing: AWS, Azure, or GCP services
• Data modeling and warehousing concepts
• Agile and Scrum methodologies
• Version control with Git
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Communication and collaboration skills
• Knowledge of financial data standards and regulations
• CI/CD pipelines and automation tools
• Performance tuning for data pipelines
• Security best practices in data handling

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching
• Generous paid time off and flexible work arrangements
• Professional development programs and tuition reimbursement
• Employee stock purchase plan and performance-based bonuses
• Wellness programs including gym memberships and mental health support
• Parental leave and family benefits
• Access to JP Morgan's global mobility opportunities

JP Morgan Chase is an equal opportunity employer.