Software Engineer [Multiple Positions Available]

Location: Jersey City, NJ, United States

Job Family: Software Engineering

About the Role

At JPMorgan Chase & Co., one of the world's leading financial services firms, we are seeking talented Software Engineers to join our Technology team in Jersey City, NJ. In this role, you will engineer scalable, resilient, secure, and supportable Kubernetes services across public and private cloud providers, playing a pivotal role in powering our global banking operations. Our engineers work on cutting-edge projects that support everything from high-frequency trading platforms to secure customer data management, ensuring our infrastructure can handle the demands of a dynamic financial landscape. With multiple positions available, this is an opportunity to contribute to innovative solutions that drive efficiency and reliability in the financial services industry. Your primary focus will be on designing and implementing containerized applications using Kubernetes, optimizing them for performance in hybrid cloud environments. You will collaborate with product managers, data scientists, and security experts to build systems that comply with stringent regulatory standards, such as those from the SEC and FINRA. Responsibilities include automating deployments, enhancing fault tolerance, and integrating with JP Morgan's proprietary financial tools to enable seamless transaction processing and risk management. This position demands a strong technical foundation combined with the ability to innovate under pressure, as our services underpin mission-critical operations that serve millions of clients worldwide. JPMorgan Chase values a culture of inclusion, innovation, and professional growth, offering you the chance to work with industry-leading technologies while advancing your career. As part of our commitment to diversity, we encourage applications from underrepresented groups. If you are passionate about cloud-native development and excited to apply your skills to real-world financial challenges, join us in shaping the future of banking technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy scalable Kubernetes-based services across public and private cloud environments
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build resilient and fault-tolerant applications for financial platforms
• Implement security best practices, including encryption, access controls, and vulnerability assessments, to protect sensitive banking data
• Optimize application performance and resource utilization in Kubernetes clusters to support high-volume trading and transaction systems
• Integrate services with JP Morgan's internal tools and APIs, ensuring seamless interoperability
• Monitor and troubleshoot production issues using tools like Prometheus and Grafana to maintain 24/7 uptime for critical financial services
• Contribute to code reviews, testing, and documentation to uphold engineering standards
• Stay abreast of emerging cloud technologies and apply them to enhance JP Morgan's infrastructure
• Participate in agile development processes, including sprint planning and retrospectives
• Support on-call rotations to ensure rapid resolution of incidents in live environments

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• 3+ years of professional software engineering experience
• Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, or Go
• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes for container orchestration
• Knowledge of cloud platforms including AWS, Azure, or GCP
• Understanding of secure coding practices and compliance standards in financial services
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and version control systems like Git

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Computer Science or related field
• Experience in the financial services industry, particularly with regulatory requirements like GDPR or SOX
• Certifications such as Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) or AWS Certified Developer
• Prior work on high-availability systems in a banking environment
• Familiarity with microservices architecture and service mesh technologies like Istio

Required Skills

• Kubernetes orchestration and management
• Cloud computing (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Programming in Java, Python, or Go
• CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI)
• Containerization with Docker
• Microservices design and implementation
• Security protocols and compliance (e.g., PCI-DSS)
• Monitoring and logging (Prometheus, ELK Stack)
• Agile methodologies and collaboration tools (Jira, Confluence)
• Problem-solving and debugging in distributed systems
• Version control with Git
• SQL and NoSQL databases
• API development and RESTful services
• Team communication and stakeholder management
• Adaptability to fast-paced financial environments

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, including vacation, sick days, and parental leave
• Professional development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement and access to internal training programs
• Employee stock purchase plan and financial wellness resources
• On-site fitness centers and wellness programs tailored for work-life balance
• Flexible hybrid work arrangements and relocation assistance for eligible roles

JP Morgan Chase is an equal opportunity employer.