Lead Software Engineer - Client Onboarding

JPMorganChase; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorganChase is seeking a senior software engineer to design, develop, test, and maintain high-quality software and new product capabilities in Jersey City. You will collaborate across functions to deliver outcomes aligned with business needs, implement CI/CD pipelines, apply Agile practices, and drive AI-assisted engineering adoption with secure, scalable solutions.

You will lead OO design, document technical work, and contribute to code quality through reviews, testing, and defect resolution

Qualifications

• Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts.
• Proficiency in Java development with J2EE server technologies.
• Experience with CI/CD and build tooling (Jenkins, TeamCity, Maven).
• Knowledge of design patterns, UML, and OO concepts.
• Knowledge of relational databases and SQL.
• Experience with source control tools (Bitbucket or equivalent).
• Knowledge of UI technologies including HTML5 and JavaScript.
• Experience leading use of AI-assisted development tools and validating AI outputs for correctness, performance, and security.
• Understanding responsible AI use in engineering workflows and data handling.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain high-quality software and new product capabilities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to deliver outcomes aligned to business needs.
• Communicate development progress, risks, and dependencies to the team and key stakeholders.
• Apply Agile practices to support iterative delivery and continuous improvement.
• Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines to support reliable builds and deployments.
• Use sound object-oriented design and patterns to create scalable solutions.
• Produce clear technical documentation and share knowledge across the team.
• Contribute to code quality through reviews, testing practices, and defect resolution.
• Work with global technologists to share ideas and improve solutions.
• Drive adoption of enterprise AI-assisted engineering practices to improve code quality, speed, and outcomes while establishing validation standards and promoting reuse of patterns.
• Apply SDLC toolchain knowledge, including AI-assisted development and automation capabilities, to increase value realized through automation.

Skills

Java development

J2EE

CI/CD

UML

SQL

Bitbucket

HTML5/JavaScript

AI-assisted development

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

Formal software engineering training/certification

Tools

Jenkins

TeamCity

Maven

Git/Bitbucket

AWS

Job description

Job Description

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

Job Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain high-quality software and new product capabilities
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to deliver outcomes aligned to business needs
• Communicate development progress, risks, and dependencies to the team and key stakeholders
• Apply Agile practices to support iterative delivery and continuous improvement
• Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines to support reliable builds and deployments
• Use sound object-oriented design and common design patterns to create scalable solutions
• Produce clear technical documentation and support knowledge sharing across the team
• Contribute to code quality through reviews, testing practices, and defect resolution
• Work with global technologists to share ideas, improve solutions, and drive innovation
• Drive team adoption of enterprise-authorized AI-assisted engineering practices to improve code quality, delivery speed, and operational outcomes while establishing consistent validation standards and promoting reuse of effective patterns
• Apply SDLC toolchain knowledge, including enterprise-authorized AI-assisted development and automation capabilities, to increase the value realized through automation

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills

• Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 5+ years applied experience
• Proficiency in Java development with J2EE server technologies (Web Services, Spring, ORM frameworks, XML, Enterprise Java Beans, JMS)
• Working knowledge of CI/CD and build tooling (such as Jenkins, TeamCity, Maven)
• Working knowledge of design patterns, UML, and object-oriented concepts
• Working knowledge of relational databases and SQL
• Working knowledge of source control management tools (Bitbucket or equivalent)
• Working knowledge of UI technologies including HTML5 and JavaScript
• Demonstrated experience leading effective use of approved AI-assisted software development tools (e.g., for coding, code review, test acceleration, troubleshooting) and setting 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 engineers on safe, compliant adoption within delivery practices
• Ability to collaborate within a team and build effective working relationships
• Ability to organize work, manage priorities, and deliver to tight deadlines

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills

• Working knowledge of Angular or React
• Working knowledge of AWS or equivalent cloud technologies

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 our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

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

About The Team

Our professionals in our Corporate Functions cover a diverse range from finance and risk to human resources and marketing. Our corporate teams are an essential part of our company, ensuring that we're setting our businesses, clients, customers and employees up for success.