Senior Lead Software Engineer, Java, Low Latency
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Job description
JPMorgan Chase is hiring a Senior Lead Software Engineer, Java, Low Latency — a full-time, based in Houston, TX role. Apply directly on JPMorgan Chase's careers page below.
Sr. Lead Software Engineer -Java, Low Latency
Location: Houston, TX, United States
Be an integral part of an agile team that's constantly pushing the envelope to enhance, build, and deliver top-notch technology products.
As a Senior Lead Software Engineer at JPMorganChase within the Commercial and Investment Bank organization - Equities technology group, you are an integral part of an agile team that works to enhance, build, and deliver trusted market-leading technology products in a secure, stable, and scalable way. Drive significant business impact through your capabilities and contributions, and apply deep technical expertise and problem-solving methodologies to tackle a diverse array of challenges that span multiple technologies and applications.
Job responsibilities
- Designs, develops, tests, and implements Equities Order Management Systems
- Defines architecture patterns aligning with business and technical strategies
- Collaborates with a global team to deliver new features and bug fixes
- Engages with business stakeholders to document requirements
- Assists in release rollouts and provides Level 3 production support
- Enhances processes to improve deliverable quality and team efficiency
- Offers technical guidance to support business and technical teams, contractors, and vendors
- Develops secure, high-quality code and reviews/debugs others' code
- Influences product design, application functionality, and technical operations
- Advocates for firmwide frameworks, tools, and practices within the engineering community
- Promotes the use of cutting-edge technologies among peers and decision-makers
Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills
- Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 5+ years applied experience. In addition, 2 + years of experience leading technologists to manage and solve complex technical items within your domain of expertise
- Hands-on expertise in Java/J2EE, low latency application development, and Core Java concepts
- Proficient in Linux, REST API, Spring Boot, Node.js, SQL, and algorithms
- Experience with large-scale distributed applications in mission-critical environments
- Demonstrated experience with event-driven architectures and messaging APIs (JMS)
- Expertise in Continuous Integration, Continuous Delivery, Test Driven Development (TDD), resiliency, and application security
- Ability to engage with both technical and non-technical audiences
- Ability to deliver results in collaborative and cross-functional teams
- Proven experience in leveraging industry technology trends and best practices
- Experience in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, or a related technical field
- Knowledge of AWS, FIX Protocol, and Trade lifecycle
About Us
We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.
We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.
JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans
About the Organization
J.P. Morgan’s Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world. Drive significant business impact and tackle a diverse array of challenges that span multiple technologies and applicationsGet Software Engineer jobs like this→
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What skills are required for Senior Lead Software Engineer, Java, Low Latency at JPMorgan Chase?
The required skills for Senior Lead Software Engineer, Java, Low Latency at JPMorgan Chase include: Java, J2EE, Linux, REST, Spring Boot, Node.js, SQL, AWS.
What is the seniority level for Senior Lead Software Engineer, Java, Low Latency at JPMorgan Chase?
Senior Lead Software Engineer, Java, Low Latency at JPMorgan Chase is a Senior / Manager level position.
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