Software Engineer III - Systems & Reliability

Location: Houston, TX, United States

Job Family: Software Engineering

About the Role

At JP Morgan Chase, we are at the forefront of financial services innovation, and our Technology team is pivotal in transforming how we deliver secure, reliable, and efficient solutions to our global clients. As a Software Engineer III - Systems & Reliability in our Houston office, you will play a critical role in driving the modernization of complex, mission-critical systems that power banking operations, trading platforms, and risk management tools. This position offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies while ensuring the utmost reliability in a highly regulated environment, contributing directly to the stability of one of the world's largest financial institutions. Your primary focus will be on designing and enhancing scalable systems that handle massive transaction volumes with zero downtime tolerance. You will collaborate with elite engineering teams to refactor legacy infrastructures into cloud-native architectures, leveraging tools like AWS and Kubernetes to improve resilience and performance. In this role, you will tackle challenges unique to the financial sector, such as integrating compliance requirements and mitigating cyber threats, all while fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within JP Morgan Chase's dynamic tech ecosystem. We seek passionate engineers who thrive in collaborative settings and are committed to excellence. Joining JP Morgan Chase means becoming part of a supportive community that values work-life balance, professional growth, and impactful contributions to the financial industry's future. If you are ready to elevate your career while safeguarding the reliability of global finance, apply today to help shape the next generation of banking technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable, reliable systems to support JP Morgan Chase's core banking operations
• Modernize complex legacy systems to enhance performance and reduce operational risks
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation in financial technology solutions
• Ensure high availability and disaster recovery for mission-critical applications
• Conduct code reviews and implement best practices for software reliability
• Monitor system performance and proactively address reliability issues
• Integrate security measures to protect sensitive financial data
• Contribute to the development of microservices architectures in a cloud-native environment
• Participate in agile methodologies to deliver iterative improvements
• Mentor junior engineers on systems engineering principles

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in software engineering with a focus on systems and reliability
• Proven track record in modernizing legacy systems in a financial services environment
• Strong understanding of cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
• Knowledge of security best practices for mission-critical financial applications
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, regulated industry like banking

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Computer Science or related field
• Experience with Java, Python, or similar programming languages in high-stakes environments
• Familiarity with financial regulations such as SOX, GDPR, or PCI-DSS
• Previous work at a large financial institution
• Certifications in cloud architecture or reliability engineering (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect)

Required Skills

• Proficiency in Java or Python for backend development
• Expertise in cloud computing (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Strong knowledge of containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Experience with monitoring tools (Prometheus, Grafana)
• Understanding of distributed systems and microservices
• Skills in CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI)
• Familiarity with database management (SQL/NoSQL)
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Attention to detail in high-stakes financial environments
• Agile and Scrum methodologies
• Security implementation (OAuth, encryption)
• Performance optimization techniques
• Version control (Git)
• Reliability engineering principles (SRE practices)

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and performance-based bonuses
• 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 opportunities including tuition reimbursement
• Employee stock purchase plan and financial wellness programs
• On-site fitness centers and wellness initiatives
• Parental leave and family support benefits

JP Morgan Chase is an equal opportunity employer.