Principal Architect (Cloud Innovation)

Step into the future with us as an Innovation and Incubation Architect at Cloud Foundation Services, where you'll be at the forefront of driving groundbreaking technical efforts that fuel our research, development, and innovation initiatives.

As a Principal Architect at JPMorgan Chase within Enterprise Technology's Cloud Foundation Services, you will utilize your expertise to enhance and develop architecture platforms using modern cloud-based technologies, while supporting the adoption of strategic global solutions. You will leverage your advanced architecture capabilities and collaborate with colleagues across the organization to promote best-in-class outcomes. In this pivotal role, you will act as a catalyst for fostering a vibrant culture of innovation, spearhead strategic initiatives, and ensure Cloud Foundation Services remains a leader in developing cutting-edge cloud capabilities in an ever-evolving market landscape.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead with influence and forge strong partnerships with CFS Product teams and a diverse array of internal and external collaborators.
• Act as the vital link between business strategy and technical execution, especially in an environment that thrives on innovation and the development of new products.
• Dive into research, development, and facilitation of cutting-edge technical solutions that align with Cloud Foundational Services' strategic goals and new product incubation efforts.
• Engage with peers across the CFS organization, making our workplace an exhilarating and dynamic hub for technologists and managers alike.
• Be the Innovation and Incubation Architect, a visionary technical leader, promoting the transformation of innovative ideas into reality.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Formal training or certification on software development concepts and 10+ years applied experience.
• Experienced technical leader with a proven track record of leading large-scale innovation and architectural initiatives.
• Strong understanding of cloud computing technologies and platforms, including microservices, containers, IaaS, storage, security, and identity.
• Demonstrable influencing skills that can create a culture of change, excellence, and innovation, constructively challenging the status quo and leading to prudent implementation. Strong understanding of rapid prototyping and methods to shorten development cycles for platforms, software, and AI/ML products.
• Advanced knowledge of software architecture, applications, and technical processes with considerable in-depth knowledge in one or more technical disciplines (e.g., cloud, AI, machine learning, mobile)
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels. Ability to establish, maintain, and facilitate technology decision-making and visions, building a critical mass of support across the organization.
• Excellent interpersonal and written/oral communication skills, including the ability to negotiate compromise and demonstrate diplomacy in sensitive situations.
  Demonstrated ability to think strategically and execute methodically in a fast-paced environment. Passion for business strategy and business processes. Passion for technology and innovation, with a commitment to driving positive change within the organization. Relevant certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Google Cloud Professional Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, TOGAF, or similar.
• In-depth understanding of security best practices and regulatory requirements, having security credential from SANS, ISC2 (e.g., CISSP)

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• AWS experience preferred
• Strong understanding of financial services industry trends, open source in finance, regulatory requirements, and the competitive landscape.