Senior Lead Software Engineer

Next Frontier Capital; Dublin; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorgan Chase is seeking a Senior Lead Software Engineer in Ireland to lead and mentor a group of developers, drive architectural decisions, and deliver robust, scalable Java solutions in a secure, high‑performing environment.

You will work with cross‑functional teams to define, design, and implement modern engineering practices, leveraging Spring Boot and cloud technologies to deliver high‑quality products for clients and the business.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 8 years of professional software development experience, with at least 2 years in a technical leadership or management role.
• Expertise in Java (Java 8 or above), including object‑oriented programming, multithreading, and performance optimization.
• Extensive experience building microservices and RESTful APIs using Spring Boot.
• Hands‑on experience with AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
• Proficiency with PostgreSQL or MySQL, and familiarity with MongoDB or Cassandra.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and tools such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Docker, or Kubernetes.
• Solid understanding of unit, integration, and end‑to‑end testing frameworks such as JUnit and Mockito.
• Ability to design scalable, maintainable, and secure software architectures.
• Proven experience leading and managing engineering teams, mentoring developers, and driving best practices.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of software developers, providing technical guidance and mentorship
• Oversee the software development lifecycle to ensure high‑quality deliverables and best practices
• Architect, design, and implement scalable, robust, and secure software solutions
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to define, design, and deliver new features and enhancements
• Drive the adoption of modern engineering practices and tools
• Conduct code reviews, set coding standards, and ensure code quality
• Identify and resolve technical challenges and bottlenecks
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the team
• Lead and inspire a team to deliver scalable, high‑impact Java solutions in a dynamic technology environment

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Microservices

REST APIs

Cloud (AWS/Azure/GCP)

Jenkins

GitHub Actions

Docker

Kubernetes

JUnit

Mockito

Architectural design

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Engineering

Tools

Jenkins

GitHub Actions

PostgreSQL

MySQL

MongoDB

Cassandra

Kafka

RabbitMQ

Prometheus

Grafana

ELK

Job description

Take the next step in your career as a Senior Lead Software Engineer and help shape the future of technology at JPMorgan Chase. You’ll have the opportunity to lead talented developers, drive architectural decisions, and deliver innovative, secure solutions that make a real impact. Join a team that values your expertise, supports your growth, and fosters a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement. Your leadership will empower us to deliver excellence and embrace new challenges.

As a Senior Lead Software Engineer in our Technology team, you will lead and mentor a group of skilled developers to design and deliver robust, scalable software solutions. You will work with us to make key architectural decisions, implement best practices, and drive the adoption of modern engineering tools. Your hands‑on expertise in Java, Spring Boot, and cloud technologies will help us deliver high‑quality products that support our business and clients. Together, we will foster a culture of innovation, inclusion, and technical excellence.

Job responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of software developers, providing technical guidance and mentorship
• Oversee the software development lifecycle to ensure high‑quality deliverables and best practices
• Architect, design, and implement scalable, robust, and secure software solutions
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to define, design, and deliver new features and enhancements
• Drive the adoption of modern engineering practices and tools
• Conduct code reviews, set coding standards, and ensure code quality
• Identify and resolve technical challenges and bottlenecks
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the team
• Lead and inspire a team to deliver scalable, high‑impact Java solutions in a dynamic technology environment

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• 8 years of professional software development experience, with at least 2 years in a technical leadership or management role
• Expertise in Java (Java 8 or above), including object‑oriented programming, multithreading, and performance optimization
• Extensive experience building microservices and RESTful APIs using Spring Boot
• Hands‑on experience with at least one major cloud platform such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
• Proficiency with relational databases such as PostgreSQL or MySQL, and familiarity with NoSQL databases such as MongoDB or Cassandra
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and tools such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Docker, or Kubernetes
• Solid understanding of unit, integration, and end‑to‑end testing frameworks such as JUnit and Mockito
• Ability to design scalable, maintainable, and secure software architectures
• Proven experience leading and managing engineering teams, mentoring developers, and driving best practices
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Exposure to front‑end frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.js
• Experience with event‑driven architectures and messaging systems such as Kafka or RabbitMQ
• Knowledge of application security best practices and tools such as OAuth2 and JWT
• Familiarity with monitoring tools such as Prometheus or Grafana, and logging frameworks such as the ELK stack
• Experience working in Agile or Scrum environments
• Skills in profiling and optimizing application performance
• Participation in open source projects or communities
• Experience with Terraform for infrastructure as code
• Advanced experience with Jenkins for building and automating deployment pipelines

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.