Java Backend Software Engineer II - Databricks / PySpark / AWS

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Houston, TX, USA
Hybrid
Junior
Financial Services
We’re one of the world’s biggest technology-driven companies
The Role
Design and develop scalable Java and Python backend services, REST APIs, and data pipelines using PySpark and Databricks. Deploy reliable cloud infrastructure on AWS, integrate AI tools and models, collaborate with data and product teams, participate in architecture and code reviews, and troubleshoot production systems. Contribute to documentation, engineering standards, and continuous delivery practices supporting a firmwide client data platform.
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Join one of the world's most innovative financial institutions and help shape the future of client data and intelligence. At JPMorganChase, we invest in our engineers — giving you access to cutting-edge tools, modern cloud infrastructure, and a collaborative culture where your contributions directly impact how we serve clients globally.

As a Software Engineer II at JPMorganChase within the Client 360 team in the Commercial & Investment Bank, you will design and develop scalable backend systems that unify and surface critical client data across the firm. You will work alongside talented engineers, data scientists, and product managers to build the data pipelines and services that power intelligent client insights. This is an opportunity to grow your engineering craft while solving complex, high-impact problems in a fast-paced financial technology environment.

The Client 360 team is focused on delivering a unified view of client relationships across the Commercial & Investment Bank. You will contribute to a platform that aggregates, processes, and delivers data at scale — enabling smarter decisions and stronger client outcomes across the firm.

Job responsibilities 

  • Design and develop robust, scalable backend services and APIs using Java and Python to support client data platforms
  • Build and optimize data pipelines using PySpark and Databricks to process large volumes of structured and unstructured financial data
  • Deploy and manage cloud-based infrastructure and services on AWS, ensuring reliability, scalability, and security
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including data engineering, product, and analytics to deliver end-to-end solutions
  • Integrate and leverage AI-powered developer tools to accelerate development workflows and improve code quality
  • Participate in code reviews, technical design discussions, and architecture planning sessions
  • Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve production issues, ensuring high availability and performance of backend systems
  • Contribute to engineering best practices, documentation, and continuous improvement of the software development lifecycle

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills 

  • Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 2+ years applied experience
  • Proficiency in Java and/or Python for backend application and service development
  • Hands-on experience with PySpark and Databricks for large-scale data processing
  • Experience building and deploying applications on AWS (e.g., Lambda, S3, EC2, RDS, or equivalent services)
  • Demonstrated experience integrating or working with AI/machine learning models, APIs, or AI-powered tooling within backend systems
  • Familiarity with React or similar frontend frameworks to support full-stack collaboration
  • Proficiency in relational database management systems (RDBMS) such as SQL or Oracle, as well as NoSQL databases
  • Strong understanding of RESTful API design, microservices architecture, and distributed systems

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills 

  • Experience working with large language model frameworks or AI orchestration tools (e.g., LangChain, OpenAI APIs, or equivalent)
  • Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot or similar) to enhance engineering productivity
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), or infrastructure-as-code practices
  • Exposure to agile development methodologies and cross-functional product delivery teams
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 TeamJ.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. 

Skills Required

  • Formal training or certification in software engineering concepts
  • 2+ years of applied software engineering experience
  • Proficiency in Java and/or Python for backend application and service development
  • Hands-on experience with PySpark and Databricks for large-scale data processing
  • Experience building and deploying applications on AWS
  • Experience integrating or working with AI or machine learning models, APIs, or AI-powered tooling
  • Familiarity with React or similar frontend frameworks
  • Proficiency with relational databases such as SQL or Oracle and NoSQL databases
  • Understanding of RESTful API design, microservices architecture, and distributed systems
  • Experience with large language model frameworks or AI orchestration tools such as LangChain or OpenAI APIs
  • Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines, containerization, or infrastructure as code
  • Exposure to agile development methodologies and cross-functional product delivery teams

JPMorganChase Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about JPMorganChase and has not been reviewed or approved by JPMorganChase.

  • Healthcare Strength Medical, dental, vision, and mental-health coverage are broad, with wellness incentives, on-site or virtual care, and an EAP offering coaching and counseling. Plan materials emphasize accessible options, including multiple medical choices and tools to manage costs.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave extends up to 16 weeks for all parents, supplemented by paid Critical Caregiver Leave. Family resources include backup childcare via Bright Horizons, lactation support and milk-shipping, family-building assistance, and even a free five-month SNOO rental for newborns.
  • Retirement Support Retirement programs include a 401(k) with an annual company match and automatic pay credits for most employees, with a legacy pension available to earlier hires. An Employee Stock Purchase Plan at a 5% discount further supports long-term savings.

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The Company
HQ: New York, NY
289,097 Employees
Year Founded: 1799

What We Do

JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYSE: JPM) is a leading global financial services firm with assets of $3.7 trillion and operations worldwide. The firm is a leader in investment banking, financial services for consumers and small businesses, commercial banking, financial transaction processing, and asset management. A component of the Dow Jones Industrial Average, JPMorgan Chase & Co. serves millions of consumers in the United States and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under its J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Technology fuels every aspect of our company and is at the heart of everything we do. With over 50,000 technologists globally and an annual tech spend of $12 billion, we are dedicated to improving the design, analytics, development, coding, testing and application programming that goes into creating high quality software and new products. Learn more about technology at our firm, explore resources from our Distinguished Engineers, AI & ML researchers, and other experts; access the latest episode of our TechTrends podcast, and more at www.jpmorgan.com/technology. Information about JPMorgan Chase & Co. is available at www.jpmorganchase.com. ©2023 JPMorgan Chase & Co. All rights reserved. JPMorgan Chase is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans.

Why Work With Us

Our technologists work on a diverse range of solutions that include strategic technology initiatives, big data, mobile, electronic payments, machine learning, cybersecurity, enterprise cloud development, and other state-of-the-art technologies.

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