Sr Principal Architect

If you are a solution architect ready to take the reins and drive impact, we have an opportunity just for you. As a Senior Principal Architect at JPMorgan Chase within 55ip, you will lead the Software Solution Architecture function for its technology-enabled investment platform for large investment advisory (RIA) & wealth management firms. Your role involves leading the design of a scalable, robust, and secure architecture that aligns with the business goals. Your responsibilities include designing large-scale application systems, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, critical thinking, creative problem-solving, and clear communication. Your key responsibilities will include: - Analyzing business and technical requirements to lead the team in designing scalable, flexible, and secure software solutions. - Acting as a technology advocate and mentor within the development team, guiding decisions on architecture, design patterns, and frameworks. - Overseeing integration efforts for various systems (internal & external) and applications to ensure seamless interoperability and optimized performance. - Working closely with product managers, developers, QA teams, and other stakeholders to ensure solutions are aligned with business needs. - Ensuring that all solutions adhere to architectural best practices and standards, including performance, scalability, reliability, and security. - Creating and governing detailed architectural documentation and technical standards to guide the development process and future-proof the solution. - Developing and advocating the use of best-in-class coding standards, practices, and design principles. - Staying current with industry trends, evaluating new technologies, and identifying potential upgrades or optimizations to enhance current architecture. The qualifications, capabilities, and skills required for this role are: - Formal training or certification on relevant job skill concepts and 10+ years of applied experience, with 5+ years of experience leading technologists. - Expertise in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. - Strong proficiency in Object-Oriented programming languages such as Java & Python. - Deep knowledge of software architecture principles and design patterns. - Experience with cloud platforms, especially AWS. - Familiarity with microservices architecture, RESTful API design, and distributed systems. - Understanding of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines. - Proficiency in database management. - Experience with Agile/Scrum development methodologies. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. - Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts and work collaboratively in a team environment. Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills include: - Relevant certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect are preferred. - Domain experience in Wealth Management, Investment Management, and Trading systems is strongly preferred. - Proficiency in Python is preferred.,