Senior Lead Architect - Blockchain (Kinexys)

If you are a hands-on architect with a passion for building robust solutions and a keen eye for detail, thrive on solving complex technical challenges and enjoy working directly with code, cloud-native platforms, and emerging technologies like public blockchains, we are looking for people just like you. As a Senior Lead Architect at JPMorganChase within the Kinexys team, you will design and implement innovative solutions, collaborating closely with engineering teams to deliver high-quality products. This role is ideal for someone who prefers technical depth and direct contribution over traditional management responsibilities. Job Responsibilities • Architect, design, and implement scalable solutions, working directly with engineering teams and writing production-quality code as needed. • Provide technical leadership and mentorship, guiding best practices in architecture, design, and implementation. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure solutions meet business requirements, compliance standards, and security best practices. • Identify and resolve technical challenges, proactively addressing dependencies and integration points with other teams and platforms. • Drive adoption of automation, CI/CD, and cloud-native technologies to improve delivery speed and reliability. • Contribute to the evaluation, integration, and implementation of public blockchain technologies and protocols. • Foster a culture of technical excellence, innovation, and continuous learning within the team. Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills • Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 5+ years applied experience • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or equivalent • Strong experience designing and building technology solutions, with a focus on hands-on architecture and implementation. • Proficient in automation, CI/CD, and all aspects of the Software Development Life Cycle. • Advanced understanding of agile methodologies, application resiliency, and security. • Practical experience with cloud-native platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP). • Demonstrated experience working with public blockchain technologies (e.g., Ethereum, Solana, Hyperledger, etc.). • In-depth knowledge of the financial services industry and their IT systems. Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills • Experience working at the code level (e.g., Java, Python, Go, or similar languages). • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently on complex technical challenges. • Experience integrating blockchain solutions with existing enterprise systems.