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Database Developer WPI / iAccess - Lead Software Engineer

JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Jersey City, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 22 May 2025

About the role

We have an opportunity to impact your career and provide an adventure where you can push the limits of what's possible.

 

As a Lead Software Engineer at JPMorgan Chase within the Commercial & Investment Banking Payment 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. As a core technical contributor, you are responsible for conducting critical technology solutions across multiple technical areas within various business functions in support of the firm’s business objectives.

Job responsibilities

  • Design and implement database solutions based on business requirements.
  • Develop and optimize SQL queries, stored procedures, and functions.
  • Ensure data integrity and security across all database systems.
  • Collaborate with software developers to integrate databases with applications.
  • Monitor database performance and make necessary improvements.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve database-related issues.
  • Create and maintain documentation related to database design and development.
  • Perform regular database backups and recovery operations.
  • Stay updated with the latest database technologies and best practices.
  • Adds to team culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect

 

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

  • Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 5+ years applied experience
  • Proven experience as a Database Developer 
  • Strong knowledge of leading the end-to-end migration of data from WPI to iAccess (a must)
  • Strong knowledge of database management systems (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle, SQL Server).
  • Proficiency in SQL and experience with database design and development.
  • Familiarity with data modeling and database design concepts.
  • Experience with performance tuning and optimization.
  • Knowledge of data security and privacy practices.
  • Customer focus, Excellent problem-solving skills, analytical skills and attention to detail.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills.
  • Ability to work independently, plan, organize, prioritize, and meet deadlines in a rapidly changing environment

 

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills 

  • Experience with cloud-based database solutions (e.g., AWS RDS, Azure SQL Database).
  • Familiarity with NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra).
  • Experience with data warehousing and ETL processes.

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

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