Java Lead Software Engineer

JPMorgan Chase & Co.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorganChase & Co. seeks a Java Lead Software Engineer within the Consumer & Community Banking - Payments Technology group in New York City. You will lead design, development, and security-focused initiatives, delivering scalable, reliable software in an agile environment.

The role emphasizes Java/Spring Boot, Cloud concepts, and AI-assisted tooling to improve code quality and delivery speed across teams. On-site, with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years hands-on experience in system design, development, testing, and operational stability.
• Proficient in Java and Spring Boot with understanding of Spring Cloud.
• Experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL) and SQL.
• Ability to lead AI-assisted engineering practices while ensuring security and quality.
• Experience across the full Software Development Life Cycle and CI/CD.

Responsibilities

• Execute creative software solutions and design/develop code for scalable products.
• Write secure, high-quality code in Java; consider upstream/downstream systems.
• Drive SDLC tooling usage to improve automation and delivery speed.
• Lead AI-assisted development practices and set validation standards.
• Participate in architectural discussions and risk assessments with teams.
• Promote practices for secure coding, testing, and reliability.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Spring Cloud

PostgreSQL

AI-assisted development

Secure coding

Software architecture

Agile

Education

Formal software engineering training/certification

Tools

Jira

Confluence

IntelliJ IDEA

Maven

Git

Jenkins

Sonar

Artifactory

AI-powered code assistants

Job description

• Business Unit Consumer & Community Banking
• Locations 450 W 33rd St, New York, NY, 10001, US
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day

Job Description

We have an opportunity to impact your career and provide an adventure where you can push the limits of what's possible.

As a Java Lead Software Engineer at JPMorganChase within the Consumer and Community Bank- Payments Technology, youare an integral part of an agile team that works to enhance, build, and deliver trusted market-leading technology products in a secure, stable, and scalable way. As a core technical contributor, you are responsible for conducting critical technology solutions across multiple technical areas within various business functions in support of the firm’s business objectives.

Job responsibilities

• Executes creative software solutions, design, development, and technical troubleshooting with ability to think beyond routine or conventional approaches to build solutions or break down technical problems
• Writes secure and high-quality code using the syntax of at least one programming language
• Designs, develops, codes, and troubleshoots with consideration of upstream and downstream systems and technical implications
• Applies knowledge of tools within the Software Development Life Cycle toolchain to improve the value realized by automation
• Applies technical troubleshooting to break down solutions and solve relative complex technical problems
• Drives adoption and governance of approved AI-assisted engineering practices across teams to improve code quality, delivery speed, and operational outcomes (e.g., AI-assisted code review/refactoring, test acceleration, release readiness, incident/root-cause analysis), while establishing measurable validation standards (secure coding, peer review, automated testing) and promoting reuse of proven patterns and automation within the SDLC/TLM toolchain
• Applies knowledge of tools within the Software Development Life Cycle toolchain, including approved AI-assisted development and automation capabilities, to improve the value realized by automation at scale.
• Gathers, analyzes, and draws conclusions from large, diverse data sets to identify problems and contribute to decision-making in service of secure, stable application development
• Identifies opportunities to eliminate or automate remediation of recurring issues to improve overall operational stability of software applications and systems
• Drives evaluation sessions with external vendors and internal teams to drive outcomes-oriented probing of architectural designs, technical credentials, and applicability for use within existing systems and architecture
• Leads communities of practice across Software Engineering to drive awareness and use of new and leading-edge technologies

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 5+ years applied experience
• Hands-on practical experience in system design, application development, testing, and operational stability
• Experience in developing, debugging, and maintaining code in a large corporate environment with one or more modern programming languages and database querying languages
• Proficient at coding in Java and Spring Boot, with good understanding of Spring Cloud concepts
• Demonstrated experience with database technologies including Postgress and SQL
• Hands-on experience to utilize monitoring and tracing tools (e.g. Splunk, Dynatrace, Postman, etc.)
• Demonstrated experience leading effective use of enterprise-authorized AI-assisted software development tools within the work environment (e.g., for coding, code review, test acceleration, troubleshooting) with the ability to set team expectations for validating AI outputs for correctness, performance, and security
• Strong understanding of responsible AI use in engineering workflows, including data sensitivity considerations, secure handling of inputs/outputs, and adherence to resiliency and security expectations; experience coaching senior engineers/leads on compliant usage patterns and controls
• Experience across the whole Software Development Life Cycle
• Exposure to agile methodologies such as CI/CD, Application Resiliency, and Security, including authentication

Experience participating in code reviews, troubleshooting, performance tuning and contributing to system architecture and technical decision-making

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Proven expertise in architecting and delivering highly scalable, resilient, and stable systems on public cloud platforms such as AWS
• Extensive experience with event-driven messaging and streaming technologies (e.g., Kafka), both NoSQL and relational databases, and cloud-native API/microservice development
• Strong hands-on proficiency with modern software development tools and technologies, including Jira, Confluence, IntelliJ IDEA, Maven, Git, Jenkins, Sonar, Artifactory, and AI-powered code assistants

About Us

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 ourFAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

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

About the Team

Our Consumer & Community Banking Group depends on innovators like you to serve consumers, small businesses, municipalities and non‑profits. You’ll support the delivery of award winning tools and services that cover everything from personal and small business banking as well as lending, mortgages, credit cards, payments, auto finance and investment advice. This group is also focused on developing and delivering cutting edged mobile applications, digital experiences and next generation banking technology solutions to better serve our clients and customers.