Backend Java Software Engineer III

Socket.dev; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care coverage

On-site wellness centers

Retirement savings plan

Backup childcare

Tuition reimbursement

Mental health support

Financial coaching

Job summary

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is seeking a senior software engineer in Plano, TX to design, develop, and troubleshoot advanced software systems. You will build secure production code, craft architecture artifacts, and ensure design constraints are enforced, while shaping data-driven improvements across teams.

You will apply Java, Spring, Microservices, and REST APIs within a large corporate environment, leveraging AI-assisted tools and CI/CD practices to drive delivery speed, security, and reliability.

Qualifications

• Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 10+ years applied experience.
• Hands-on system design, application development, testing, and operational stability.
• Demonstrable ability to code in Java Spring, Spring Boot, Microservices, Rest API.
• Experience in large corporate env with SQL, Oracle, or MS SQL Server.
• Knowledge of SDLC and agile methodologies (CI/CD, resiliency, security).
• Familiarity with AI-assisted coding tools and secure coding practices.

Responsibilities

• Executes software solutions, design, development, and troubleshooting with unconventional approaches.
• Creates secure, high-quality production code and maintains synchronous algorithms.
• Produces architecture and design artifacts for complex applications and ensures constraints are met.
• Analyzes large data sets to develop visualizations and reporting for continuous improvement.
• Identifies hidden data patterns to improve coding hygiene and system architecture.
• Contributes to engineering communities and explores emerging technologies.
• Supports a diverse, inclusive team culture.

Skills

Java

Spring

Spring Boot

Microservices

REST API

SQL

CI/CD

Security

Agile

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or related field

Tools

MS SQL Server

Oracle

SQL

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Executes software solutions, design, development, and technical troubleshooting with ability to think beyond routine or conventional approaches to build solutions or break down technical problems
• Creates secure and high-quality production code and maintains algorithms that run synchronously with appropriate systems
• Produces architecture and design artifacts for complex applications while being accountable for ensuring design constraints are met by software code development
• Gathers, analyzes, synthesizes, and develops visualizations and reporting from large, diverse data sets in service of continuous improvement of software applications and systems
• Proactively identifies hidden problems and patterns in data and uses these insights to drive improvements to coding hygiene and system architecture
• Contributes to software engineering communities of practice and events that explore new and emerging technologies
• Adds to team culture of diversity, opportunity, inclusion, and respect

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 10+ years applied experience.
• Hands-on practical experience in system design, application development, testing, and operational stability
• Demonstrable ability to code in Java Spring, Spring Boot, Microservices, Rest API
• Experience in developing, debugging, and maintaining code in a large corporate environment with one or more modern programming languages and database querying languages: MS SqlSever, Oracle, Sql
• Overall knowledge of the Software Development Life Cycle
• Solid understanding of agile methodologies such as CI/CD, Application Resiliency, and Security
• Demonstrated knowledge of software applications and technical processes within a technical discipline (e.g., cloud)
• Leverages enterprise-authorized AI coding assist tools within the work environment to improve code quality, delivery speed, and productivity across complex deliverables (e.g., code generation/refactoring, unit test creation, documentation), while validating outputs through peer review, automated testing, and secure coding standards; contributes learnings and reusable patterns to improve broader team effectiveness.
• Applies knowledge of tools within the Software Development Life Cycle toolchain, including enterprise-authorized AI-assisted development and automation capabilities, to improve the value realized by automation.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Familiarity with modern front-end technologies
• Exposure to cloud technologies: AWS
• Experience with Kafka implementations or MQ is preferred
• Hands-on experience using enterprise-authorized AI-assisted software development tools within the work environment (e.g., for coding, test creation, troubleshooting, or documentation) with demonstrated ability to critically evaluate, validate, and refine AI-generated outputs for correctness, performance, and security.
• Understanding of responsible AI use in engineering workflows, including data sensitivity considerations, secure handling of inputs/outputs, and adherence to resiliency and security expectations; ability to guide peers on safe and effective usage within team practices.

JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

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.

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans

J.P. Morgan’s Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.