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Lead Architect

AT JPMorgan Chase
JPMorgan Chase

Lead Architect

Houston, TX

DESCRIPTION:

Duties: Align developed applications with current enterprise architecture standards, using Agile development methodology and working with application leads to change design patterns, modernize application implementation, and perform ongoing enterprise architecture governance in accordance with best practices. Deliver on portfolio-wide models for application architecture and design. Translate enterprise directions to application teams, succinctly explaining the impact to existing applications. Draft hands-on proof of concepts (POCs) for emerging products and articulate their results. Refactor applications against emerging technologies, maintaining application technical debt and promoting/increasing reuse. Participate in modelling of portfolio architecture and design, including design reviews and NFR analysis. Work to ensure appropriate usage of cloud/micro services and application design best practices. Evangelize architecture team charter with multiple application teams and enterprise teams.

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QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum education and experience required: Bachelor's degree in Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field of study plus 5 years of experience in the job offered or as Lead Architect (IT), Cloud Architect, Software Engineer/Application Developer, or related occupation.

Skills Required: Requires experience in the following: software application architecture; software application design patterns; software application business processes; cloud design best practices; Microservices design best practices; application design best practices; AWS Cloud technologies; delivering portfolio-wide models using Agile development methods; and translating enterprise directions to application teams.

Job Location: 600 Travis Street, Houston, TX 77002. Telecommuting permitted up to 40% of the week.

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 offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set, and location. For those in eligible roles, we offer discretionary incentive compensation which may be awarded in recognition of firm performance and 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 is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans

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.

Client-provided location(s): Houston, TX, USA
Job ID: JPMorgan-210557467
Employment Type: Full Time