Lead Security Engineer - Java

Job Description
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 JPMorgan Chase within Cybersecurity and Technology Controls, you are an integral part of an agile 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.
This role is within a Product Security team aligned to the Engineer's Platform & Integrated Experience group that secures the process of delivering software to our customers and makes JPMC the most attractive destination for engineers. You will play an important role in identifying and managing risk related issues and actions with respective technology. You will have an eye for detail and an ability to see the big picture across security issues.
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
• Develops secure and high-quality production code and reviews and debugs code written by others
• Minimizes security vulnerabilities by following industry insights and governmental regulations to continuously evolve security protocols, including creating processes to determine the effectiveness of current controls
• Works with stakeholders and business leaders to understand security needs and recommend business modifications during periods of vulnerability
• Own the delivery of software features from inception to deployment, ensuring rigorous testing and bug-free releases
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following SOLID principles.
• Navigate and manage ambiguity in project requirements and deliverables
• Continuously learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features
• Provide leadership to immediate team as well as the overall organization, and mentor junior engineers across both
• Add to team culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Formal training or certification on engineering concepts and 5+ years of applied experience with proficiency in Java and Spring Boot
• Skilled in planning, designing, and implementing enterprise level security solutions
• Advanced in one or more programming languages
• Proficient in all aspects of the Software Development Life Cycle
• Advanced understanding of agile methodologies such as CI/CD, Application Resiliency, and Security
• In-depth knowledge of the financial services industry and their IT systems
• Expertise in debugging complex distributed systems
• Possess in-depth understanding of public cloud architecture, and expertise in developing and operating software solutions in the same
• Ability to zoom out and understand how software fits into the business of the firm
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and with minimal supervision
• Curiosity and willingness to learn new technologies and methodologies

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Experience working with multiple programming languages especially Python and Go
• Experience with Terraform
• Familiarity with Software Bill of Materials, Supply-chain Levels for Software Artifacts, and software supply chain security

About Us
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 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
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.