Sr. Director of Software Engineering

Job Description
If you are a software engineering leader ready to take the reins and drive impact, we've got an opportunity just for you.
As a Director of Software Engineering at JPMorgan Chase within Commercial & Investment Banking unit's Broker Dealer Platform, you lead a technical area and drive impact within teams, technologies, and projects across departments. Utilize your in-depth knowledge of software, applications, technical processes, and product management to drive multiple complex projects and initiatives, while serving as a primary decision maker for your teams and be a driver of innovation and solution delivery. As a leader for this team, you will d rive innovation and solution delivery while leading a technical area and will serve as a primary decision maker for your teams
Job responsibilities

• Develops and implement technology strategies that align with the organization's goals and objectives, with a focus on post-trade processes and legacy system transformation.
• Identifies opportunities for technology innovation and improvement in post-trade operations and system modernization.
• Identifies opportunities to streamline and automate post-trade processes to improve efficiency and reduce operational risk, c ollaborate with other departments and senior management to understand technology needs and priorities
• Evaluates and select modern technology solutions that enhance system performance, scalability, and security. Also, leads initiatives to transform legacy technology systems to modern platforms, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.
• Oversees the planning, execution, and delivery of technology projects, particularly those related to post-trade processes and legacy system modernization. Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet quality standards.
• Manages an organization of 40 plus members, fostering a collaborative and innovative team environment.
• Keeps abreast about regulatory changes affecting post-trade processes and ensure systems are updated, simultaneously c ollaborates with compliance teams to ensure adherence to relevant financial regulations.
• Collaborates with other departments and senior management to understand technology needs and priorities. Communicates technology strategies and initiatives, particularly those related to post-trade and legacy transformation, to stakeholders.
• Develops and manage the technology budget, ensuring cost-effective use of resources. Monitor and report on financial performance related to technology initiatives.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Formal training or certification on software engineering 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
• Experience developing or leading cross-functional teams of technologists
• Experience with hiring, developing, and recognizing talent
• Experience leading a product as a Product Owner or Product Manager
• Practical cloud native experience
• Expertise in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, or a related technical field
• Proven track record of leading technology teams and projects, particularly in post-trade processes and legacy system transformation.
• Experience at a leading financial services organization.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Experience working at code level
• Familiarity with post-trade technology platforms and systems, as well as modern technology solutions including legacy system transformation.
• Awareness of regulations affecting post-trade activities, such as Dodd-Frank, EMIR, and MiFID II.

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
J.P. Morgan's Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.