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Senior Lead Software Engineer - Database Engineer

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Plano, TX
Senior level
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Plano, TX
Senior level
Lead and support database modernization, design, performance tuning, migrations, and production troubleshooting. Serve as a subject-matter expert advising application teams, partnering with PaaS/DBaaS/cloud teams, driving adoption of AI-assisted engineering practices, automation and CI/CD, and creating modernization patterns and tools to accelerate delivery and ensure resilience, security, and cost optimization.
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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 Consumer and Community Banking Administration - Consumer Banking Technology team, 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

 

  • Provide direct support for development teams performing database modernization activities and serve as a function-wide subject matter expert in one or more areas of focus
  • Influences peers and project decision-makers to consider the use and application of leading-edge technologies, providing recommendations on database technology based on applications for the business requirements and needs
  • Contribute as database engineer and development expert, working with application development teams to develop, execute and support database modernization, optimization, performance tuning and design activities
  • Drives team adoption of enterprise-authorized AI-assisted engineering practices within the work environment to improve code quality, delivery speed, and operational outcomes (e.g., AI-assisted code review/refactoring, test strategy acceleration, incident/root-cause analysis support), while establishing consistent validation standards (secure coding, peer review, automated testing) and promoting reuse of effective patterns across the team
  • Applies knowledge of tools within the Software Development Life Cycle toolchain, including enterprise-authorized AI-assisted development and automation capabilities, to improve the value realized by automation
  • Provide thought leadership and modernization support to application development (AD) teams through the analysis, migration, and post migration efforts for their database footprints 
  • Provide direct support for development teams performing database modernization activities and contribute to the design and development of tools to accelerate modernization efforts
  • Partner with PaaS, DBaaS, and Cloud Delivery teams to resolve issues and influence implementation of self service capabilities to support the AD teams
  • Participate in tactical and strategic database modernization planning and development of database modernization patterns
  • Drives decisions that influence the product design, application functionality, technical operations, processes and partner with other Center Of Excellence teams in setting best practices, guidelines and proper design patterns across various DB technologies 
  • Support AD teams in DB design activities, troubleshooting and resolving production database issues - contributing to root cause analysis supporting problem workstreams to upskill database development and support competencies for database issues that support problem management workstreams

 

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

 

  • Formal training or certification in software engineering concepts and 5+ years applied experience
  • Hands-on practical experience in database system design, performing database development and performace testing and ensuring operational stability
  • Advanced in one or more programming language(s) and framework(s) (i.e., Tigergraph, Oracle, Sql Server, Aurora Postgres, CockroachDB, Mongo DB, etc.)
  • Perform proactive reviews of database implementations to enhance performance, efficiency, resiliency, and cost optimization
  • Experience supporting databases in DevOps and proficient in automation and continuous delivery methods 
  • Demonstrated experience leading effective use of approved AI-assisted software development tools (e.g., for coding, code review, test acceleration, troubleshooting) with the ability to set team expectations for validating AI outputs for correctness, performance, and security
  • Strong understanding of responsible AI use in engineering workflows, including data sensitivity considerations, secure handling of inputs/outputs, and adherence to resiliency and security expectations; experience coaching engineers on safe, compliant adoption within delivery practices
  • Advanced knowledge of software applications and technical processes with considerable in-depth knowledge in one or more technical disciplines (e.g., cloud, artificial intelligence, machine learning, mobile, etc.)
  • Proficient in all aspects of the Software Development Life Cycle and advanced understanding of agile methodologies such as CI/CD, Application Resiliency, and Security
  • Demonstrate proficiency in software applications and technical processes within a technical discipline (e.g., cloud, artifical intelligence, machine learning, mobile, etc.)

  • Demonstrate ability to perform database upgrades and migrations to tackle design and functionality problems independently with little to no oversight

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills
  • Practical cloud native experience

  • Adds to the team culture of diversity, opportunity, inclusion, and respect

  • Strong desire to master emerging technologies and share experience with other team members 

  • Ability to adjust and adapt role to support team success

  • Direct experience with SQL and NoSQL databases

  • In-depth knowledge of the financial services industry and their IT systems

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 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 TeamOur Consumer & Community Banking Group depends on innovators like you to serve consumers, small businesses, municipalities and non-profits.  You’ll support the delivery of award winning tools and services that cover everything from personal and small business banking as well as lending, mortgages, credit cards, payments, auto finance and investment advice. This group is also focused on developing and delivering cutting edged mobile applications, digital experiences and next generation banking technology solutions to better serve our clients and customers.
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