Director of Software Engineering (Executive Director) - Mumbai

Job Description
J. P. Morgan Chase Asset & Wealth Management - Global Private Bank Technology is expanding the Line of Business to support accelerated growth of a highly successful Wealth Management business and to collaborate with senior leaders, business and technology partners to design state-of-the-art applications and products on which to scale and grow.
As a Director of Software Engineering at JPMorgan Chase within the Global Private Bank Technology, you will lead various technology teams within the WM Core team. You will bring strong industry practices and methods while remaining commercial and client value focused. You will also innovate by applying AI/ML technologies to Architecture and Engineering. This role is based in Mumbai, India, reflecting the importance of having a close working relationship with business and technology partners in the region.
Job Responsibilities:

• Leads on strategy and development of multiple products, applications, and technologies across the WM Credit portfolio.
• Translates highly complex technical issues, trends, and approaches to drive the firm's innovation and enable leaders to make strategic, well-informed decisions about target state architecture.
• Develop and implement architecture principles, strategies and guidelines.
• Design scalable, secure and efficient software architectures.Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior architects and development teams.
• Evaluate new technologies and tools to drive innovation and improve existing systems.
• Possess deep expertise in multiple technology domains and technologies such as: Java (Core & EE, Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Cloud) & Python, Microservices & multi-tier architectures, API - GraphQL, REST, API Gateway, DevOps/CI/CD (GIT/Bitbucket, Maven, Gradle, Jenkins, Sonar
• Engage with stakeholders, including clients, to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
• Implement and advocate for agile methodologies and practices.

Required qualifications, capabilities and skills

• Formal training or certification on Computer Science concepts and 10+ years applied experience. In addition, 5+ years of experience leading technologists to manage, anticipate and solve complex technical items within your domain of expertise.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field
• 15+ years applied experience with strong proficiency in software development methodologies, architecture frameworks, design patterns, testing and operational stability
• Excellent leadership, communication and problem-solving skills
• Experience establishing vibrant engineering communities and guilds
• Expertise in one or more programming language(s), applications, and architecture disciplines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information clearly and concisely.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities and skills

• Knowledge of AI/ML technologies and architecture is a major plus
• Hands on experience working at code level (preferred)

About Us
JPMorgan Chase & Co., 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 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.
About the Team
J.P. Morgan Asset & Wealth Management delivers industry-leading investment management and private banking solutions. Asset Management provides individuals, advisors and institutions with strategies and expertise that span the full spectrum of asset classes through our global network of investment professionals. Wealth Management helps individuals, families and foundations take a more intentional approach to their wealth or finances to better define, focus and realize their goals.