Lead Security Engineer - Python/Java Developer

JPMorgan Chase
Wilmington, DE

Who this role is best for

Candidates with advanced technical expertise in Python or Java and a background in enterprise system architecture will find this leadership role in cybersecurity and technology controls at JPMorgan Chase.

Best fit for

  • Individuals experienced in leading resiliency design reviews and managing major incidents will align well with this role.
    — “Lead resiliency design reviews, deconstruct complex problems into actionable work for other engineers, and [REDACTED] the main point of contact during major incidents.”
  • Candidates with a track record of driving collaboration and defining service level objectives will thrive in this position.
    — “Drive collaboration to identify comprehensive service level indicators, establish service level objectives and error budgets with stakeholders and customers.”

Things to consider

  • This role demands a high level of technical leadership and hands-on coding ability, not just managerial experience.
    — “As a core technical contributor, you will be responsible for conducting critical technology solutions across multiple technical areas”
  • The position requires deep familiarity with cloud-native environments and container orchestration.
    — “Practical cloud native experience.”

How to stand out

  • Highlight your experience in automating remediation and improving operational stability in your resume.
    — “Automate remediation of recurring issues to improve operational stability.”
  • Emphasize your leadership in deconstructing complex problems and guiding teams toward solutions.
    — “Lead resiliency design reviews, deconstruct complex problems into actionable work for other engineers”
  • Demonstrate your hands-on coding experience in Python or Java with concrete examples in your application materials.
    — “Fluent in at least one modern programming language (Python, Java/Spring Boot,)”
  • Include projects or initiatives where you applied data-driven analytics to improve service levels.
    — “Lead initiatives to improve reliability, stability, and performance of applications and platforms using data-driven analytics to enhance service levels.”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • delivering secure software solutions
  • enhancing reliability and performance
  • driving collaboration
  • documenting and sharing knowledge
Typical background
software engineering experiencecybersecurity background

Skills & requirements

Required

Software EngineeringSystem DesignApplication DevelopmentTestingOperational StabilityAutomationContinuous DeliveryObservabilityContainer And Orchestration TechnologiesTroubleshooting Networking

Preferred

Cloud Native ExperienceData Streaming FrameworksAWS ServicesKubernetesTerraform

Stack & domain

PythonJavaSpring BootAWSKubernetesDockerTerraformSplunkGrafanaCloudDistributed Systems

About the role

Original posting from JPMorgan Chase

Take on a crucial role where you'll be a key part of a high-performing team delivering secure software solutions. 

As a Lead Software Engineer at JPMorganChase within the Cybersecurity & Technology Controls team in Corporate Technology, you will be 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. As a core technical contributor, you will be responsible for conducting critical technology solutions across multiple technical areas within various business functions in support of the firm’s business objectives.

Job Responsibilities:

Execute software solutions, design, development, and advanced technical troubleshooting, thinking beyond conventional approaches to solve complex problems.

Develop secure, high-quality production code, review and debug code, and automate remediation of recurring issues to improve operational stability.

Lead resiliency design reviews, deconstruct complex problems into actionable work for other engineers, and act as the main point of contact during major incidents.

Lead initiatives to improve reliability, stability, and performance of applications and platforms using data-driven analytics to enhance service levels.

Drive collaboration to identify comprehensive service level indicators, establish service level objectives and error budgets with stakeholders and customers.

Offer high-level technical expertise within one or more technical domains, proactively identifying and solving technology-related bottlenecks.

Document and share knowledge within the organization via internal forums and communities of practice, driving awareness and adoption of new technologies.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:

Formal training or certification in software engineering concepts and 5+ years’ applied experience.

Demonstrated proficiency in reliability, scalability, performance, security, enterprise system architecture, toil reduction, and site reliability best practices.

Advanced hands-on experience delivering system design, application development, testing, and operational stability.

Fluent in at least one modern programming language (Python, Java/Spring Boot,).

Advanced knowledge of software applications and technical processes, with emerging depth in one or more technical disciplines (e.g., cloud, distributed systems).

Proficient in automation and continuous delivery methods, including CI/CD pipelines.

Proficient with observability tools and service level objective alerting.

Proficient with container and orchestration technologies (ECS, Kubernetes, Docker).

Experience troubleshooting networking technologies and issues.

Practical cloud native experience.

Actively self-educates, evaluates new technology, and recommends suitable solutions.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills:

Observability Tools (e.g. Splunk, Grafana)

Data Streaming Frameworks

AWS services

Kubernetes

Terraform

#CTC

JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

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

Source: JPMorgan Chase careers

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