Software Engineer III - Java / Kotlin and React and AWS

Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Job Family: Software Engineering

About the Role

At JP Morgan Chase, we are at the forefront of financial services innovation, and our technology teams play a pivotal role in powering secure, compliant, and efficient platforms that serve millions of clients worldwide. As a Software Engineer III - Java / Kotlin and React and AWS in our Bengaluru office, you will join a dynamic team at the intersection of distributed systems, search technology, and data engineering. Your work will directly contribute to our communications compliance platform, ensuring that financial communications adhere to stringent regulatory standards like those from SEC and FINRA. This role offers the opportunity to tackle complex challenges in a high-stakes environment, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to build scalable solutions that protect and enhance our global operations. In this position, you will design and implement robust backend services using Java and Kotlin, while crafting intuitive front-end experiences with React. You'll deploy and manage applications on AWS, optimizing for performance and reliability in handling vast datasets from financial transactions and client interactions. Collaborating with data engineers and compliance specialists, you'll integrate advanced search capabilities to enable real-time monitoring and analysis, preventing risks and ensuring regulatory adherence. This is more than coding—it's about engineering systems that safeguard the integrity of the financial ecosystem at one of the world's largest banks. We value engineers who thrive in agile, collaborative settings and are passionate about continuous learning. At JP Morgan Chase, you'll have access to world-class resources, mentorship from industry leaders, and opportunities to impact projects with global reach. If you're ready to advance your career in fintech while contributing to mission-critical compliance solutions, join us in Bengaluru to drive innovation that matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services using Java and Kotlin for a communications compliance platform
• Build and optimize front-end user interfaces with React to enhance platform usability
• Implement and manage distributed systems on AWS to ensure high availability and scalability
• Integrate search technologies to power efficient data retrieval and analysis in compliance workflows
• Collaborate with data engineers to process and store large volumes of financial communications data
• Conduct code reviews, testing, and debugging to uphold code quality and security standards
• Work closely with cross-functional teams including compliance experts and product managers
• Monitor and optimize system performance to meet regulatory and operational demands
• Contribute to agile development processes, including sprint planning and retrospectives
• Stay updated on emerging technologies to innovate within JP Morgan Chase's tech ecosystem

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• 5+ years of professional software development experience with Java or Kotlin
• Proficiency in front-end development using React.js
• Hands-on experience with AWS cloud services including EC2, S3, and Lambda
• Strong understanding of distributed systems and data engineering principles
• Experience building scalable search technologies, such as Elasticsearch
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment in the financial services sector

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Computer Science or related field
• Experience in financial services or compliance platforms
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements like FINRA or SEC for communications compliance
• Contributions to open-source projects involving Java/Kotlin or React
• AWS certification (e.g., AWS Certified Developer or Solutions Architect)

Required Skills

• Java
• Kotlin
• React.js
• AWS (EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS)
• Distributed systems design
• Search technologies (Elasticsearch, Solr)
• Data engineering (ETL processes, data pipelines)
• RESTful APIs and microservices
• Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban)
• Version control (Git)
• Unit testing and CI/CD pipelines
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Collaboration and communication skills
• Knowledge of financial regulations
• Adaptability in a dynamic fintech environment

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and performance-based bonuses
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Retirement savings plan with company matching contributions
• Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and parental leave
• Professional development opportunities with tuition reimbursement
• Employee stock purchase plan and financial wellness programs
• On-site fitness centers and wellness initiatives at JP Morgan Chase offices
• Global mobility programs and career growth support in the financial services industry

JP Morgan Chase is an equal opportunity employer.