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Software Engineer - Java - Lead Security Engineer

JPMorganChase

JPMorganChase

Software Engineering
Columbus, OH, USA · Plano, TX, USA · Wilmington, DE, USA · Seattle, WA, USA
Posted on Mar 15, 2026

Take on a crucial role where you'll be a key part of a high-performing team delivering secure software solutions. Make a real impact as you help shape the future of software security at one of the world's largest and most influential companies.

As a Lead Security Engineer at JP Morgan Chase within the CTC Emerging Technologies Security group, you are an integral part of team that works to deliver software solutions that satisfy pre-defined functional and user requirements with the added dimension of preventing misuse, circumvention, and malicious behavior. As a core technical contributor, you are responsible for carrying out critical technology solutions with tamper-proof, audit defensible methods across multiple technical areas within various business functions.

Job responsibilities

  • Executes creative security solutions, design, development, and technical troubleshooting with the ability to think beyond routine or conventional approaches to build solutions and break down technical problems
  • Design and develop secure, resilient, scalable, high-performance distributed systems and applications
  • Design and develop container solutions on AWS using cloud architectural principles
  • Conduct performance tuning and optimization including tuning of data persistence layers for SQL and NoSQL DB schemas
  • Design and develop secure integrations with OAuth systems and API Gateways
  • Architect event-driven systems utilizing SQS and SNS
  • Establish observability frameworks using Datadog/Dynatrace and Splunk for distributed tracing and performance monitoring
  • Works with stakeholders and business leaders to understand security needs and recommend business modifications during periods of vulnerability
  • Manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Adds to team culture of diversity, opportunity, inclusion, and respect

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

  • Minimum education and experience: Bachelor degree in Computer Science, 7+ years’ software development experience
  • Technologies: Java/J2EE, Python, REST APIs, Oracle/SQL, OAuth/JWT, Spring Boot, JSON
  • Cloud: AWS, EC2, EKS, Lambda, S3, RDS, IAM, SQS, SNS, Terraform, API Gwy
  • Containers: Docker, Kubernetes
  • Hands-on practical experience in system design, application development, testing, and operational stability
  • Experience in developing, debugging, and maintaining code in a large corporate environment using Java/Python and SQL queries
  • Solid understanding of agile methodologies such as CI/CD, Application Resiliency, and Security

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

  • Experience using Github Copilot for development

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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


Our professionals in our Corporate Functions cover a diverse range of areas from finance and risk to human resources and marketing. Our corporate teams are an essential part of our company, ensuring that we’re setting our businesses, clients, customers and employees up for success.
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