Java/Python Lead Software Engineer

JPMorganChase; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive total rewards package

Job summary

JPMorgan Chase is looking for a Lead Software Engineer in Tampa, Florida. This role involves executing innovative software solutions and leading the use of AI-assisted tools to enhance the engineering process. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience and a strong background in software development, security, and agile methodologies.

The position offers a competitive total rewards package and a chance to be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity and respect.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of applied experience in Software Engineering.
• Experience leading effective use of AI-assisted software development tools.
• Hands-on practical experience in system design and application development.

Responsibilities

• Execute creative software solutions and troubleshoot technical issues.
• Develop secure, high-quality production code and review others’ work.
• Drive team adoption of AI-assisted engineering practices.

Skills

AI-assisted software development tools

Programming languages

Automation and continuous delivery methods

Software Development Life Cycle

Cloud-native experience

Education

Undergraduate degree in Engineering, Information Technology, or Bachelor of Science

Job description

Lead Software Engineer – JPMorgan Chase

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

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.
• Develops secure high‑quality production code, reviews and debugs code written by others.
• Drives team adoption of enterprise‑authorized AI‑assisted engineering practices to improve code quality, delivery speed, and operational outcomes, establishing consistent validation standards.
• Applies knowledge of tools within the SLC toolchain, including AI‑assisted development and automation capabilities, to improve value realized by automation.
• Identifies opportunities to eliminate or automate remediation of recurring issues to improve overall operational stability of software applications and systems.
• Leads evaluation sessions with external vendors, startups, and internal teams to drive outcomes‑oriented probing of architectural designs, technical credentials, and applicability for use within existing systems and information architecture.
• Leads communities of practice across Software Engineering to drive awareness and use of new and leading‑edge 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 5+ years applied experience.
• Demonstrated experience leading effective use of approved AI‑assisted software development tools 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, data sensitivity considerations, secure handling of inputs/outputs, and adherence to resiliency and security expectations; experience coaching engineers on safe, compliant adoption.
• Hands‑on practical experience delivering system design, application development, testing, and operational stability.
• Advanced proficiency in one or more programming language(s).
• Proficiency in automation and continuous delivery methods.
• Proficient in all aspects of the Software Development Life Cycle.
• Advanced understanding of agile methodologies such as CI/CD, application resiliency, and security.
• Demonstrated proficiency in software applications and technical processes within a discipline such as cloud, AI, machine learning, mobile, etc.
• In‑depth knowledge of the financial services industry and related IT systems.
• Practical cloud‑native experience.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Undergraduate degree in Engineering, Information Technology, or Bachelor of Science.

Benefits

Competitive total rewards package available.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

J.P. Morgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute and make reasonable accommodations for applicants' religious practices and mental health or physical disability needs.