Job Description:
The Asset Management Practice Lead will collaborate with product and engineering teams to train and support skill uplift and maturity of the product operating model. Successful candidates will have agile coaching and mentoring expertise across Discovery, planning and agile/scrum delivery best practices. Additionally, you'll be responsible for establishing and nurturing a culture of diverse thought, continuous improvement through innovation, and quality delivery. The right hire will:
As an experienced member of our Software Engineering Group, we look first and foremost for people who are passionate around solving business problems through innovation and engineering practices. You'll be required to apply your depth of knowledge and expertise to all aspects of the software development lifecycle, as well as partner continuously with your many stakeholders on a daily basis to stay focused on common goals. We embrace a culture of experimentation and constantly strive for improvement and learning. You'll work in a collaborative, trusting, thought-provoking environment-one that encourages diversity of thought and creative solutions that are in the best interests of our customers globally.
This role requires a wide variety of strengths and capabilities, including:
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. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veterans
About the Team:
J.P. Morgan Asset & Wealth Management delivers industry-leading investment management and private banking solutions with client assets of $4 trillion. Asset Management provides individuals, advisors and institutions with strategies and expertise that span the full spectrum of asset classes through our global network of investment professionals. Wealth Management helps individuals, families and foundations take a more intentional approach to their wealth or finances to better define, focus and realize their goals.
Our Asset and Wealth Management division is driven by innovators like you who are driven to create technology solutions that make us work more efficiently and help our businesses grow. It's our mission to efficiently take care of our clients' wealth, helping them get, and remain properly invested. Our team of agile technologists thrive in a cloud-native environment that values continuous learning using a data-centric approach in developing innovative technology solutions.
The Asset Management Practice Lead will collaborate with product and engineering teams to train and support skill uplift and maturity of the product operating model. Successful candidates will have agile coaching and mentoring expertise across Discovery, planning and agile/scrum delivery best practices. Additionally, you'll be responsible for establishing and nurturing a culture of diverse thought, continuous improvement through innovation, and quality delivery. The right hire will:
- Create and teach lean product and engineering training/workshop programs to help new product teams quickly achieve productivity
- Ensure product teams maintain a razor-sharp focus on the overall customer experience
- Coach teams modern XP, Lean, and Agile/Scrum practices to build high performing product teams
- Mentor and guide Product Owners / Product Management teams on Discovery and backlog management best practices
- Ensure teams are focused on successful delivery and continuous improvement of their engineering practices
- Mentor and influence leaders on benefits of adopting the product operating model and partner to support their team's continuous improvement opportunities
- Have a passion for developing people and helping them reach their full potential
As an experienced member of our Software Engineering Group, we look first and foremost for people who are passionate around solving business problems through innovation and engineering practices. You'll be required to apply your depth of knowledge and expertise to all aspects of the software development lifecycle, as well as partner continuously with your many stakeholders on a daily basis to stay focused on common goals. We embrace a culture of experimentation and constantly strive for improvement and learning. You'll work in a collaborative, trusting, thought-provoking environment-one that encourages diversity of thought and creative solutions that are in the best interests of our customers globally.
This role requires a wide variety of strengths and capabilities, including:
- BS/BA degree or equivalent experience
- Expertise in application, data, and infrastructure architecture disciplines
- Advanced knowledge of architecture and design across all systems
- Proficiency in multiple modern programming languages
- Knowledge of industry-wide technology trends and best practices
- Keen understanding of financial control and budget management
- Ability to work in large, collaborative teams to achieve organizational goals
- Passionate about building an innovative culture
- Demonstrated and strong experience as a Scrum Master, Agile Coach or other Agile role (e.g. Product Owner, Tech Lead) with at least one year of large scale, multiple team effort
- Fluency with software development methodologies and practices (XP, Scrum, Lean)
- Expertise in continuous improvement of structure, processes, and tooling to enable the teams to deliver more value
- Expertise in product backlog management and refinement techniques
- Understanding of software design and automation (DevOps) patterns
- Knowledge of Test Automation, Pair Programming, and Test-Driven Development
- Consulting and facilitation skills in leading product teams
- Ability to influence and mentor senior leadership on agile mindset and practices
- Possess a “can do” attitude, are driven by research, problem solving, and thrive on challenges
- Innovative team player with strong analytical problem solving, crisis management, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to influence a cross functional team to obtain desired results
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. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veterans
About the Team:
J.P. Morgan Asset & Wealth Management delivers industry-leading investment management and private banking solutions with client assets of $4 trillion. Asset Management provides individuals, advisors and institutions with strategies and expertise that span the full spectrum of asset classes through our global network of investment professionals. Wealth Management helps individuals, families and foundations take a more intentional approach to their wealth or finances to better define, focus and realize their goals.
Our Asset and Wealth Management division is driven by innovators like you who are driven to create technology solutions that make us work more efficiently and help our businesses grow. It's our mission to efficiently take care of our clients' wealth, helping them get, and remain properly invested. Our team of agile technologists thrive in a cloud-native environment that values continuous learning using a data-centric approach in developing innovative technology solutions.