Lead Software Engineer - Client Onboarding

Fairygodboss; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorgan Chase & Co. in New Jersey is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to join Corporate Technology. You will lead a cross-functional agile team driving secure, scalable software for Client Onboarding and KYC, focusing on high-quality design, integration, and AI-assisted development practices.

The role emphasizes collaboration, timely delivery, and evolving engineering standards while mentoring teammates and contributing to enterprise-wide solutions.

Qualifications

• Formal software engineering training or certification with 5+ years of applied experience.
• Proficiency in Java development with J2EE server technologies (Web Services, Spring, ORM, XML, EJB, JMS).
• Knowledge of CI/CD and build tools (Jenkins, TeamCity, Maven).
• Understanding of design patterns, UML, and OO concepts.
• Experience with relational databases and SQL.
• Familiarity with source control tools (Bitbucket or equivalent).
• UI knowledge including HTML5 and JavaScript.
• Experience using AI-assisted development tools and setting validation standards.
• Strong grounding in responsible AI use in engineering workflows.
• Ability to collaborate and manage priorities to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain high-quality software and new capabilities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to deliver outcomes aligned to business needs.
• Communicate progress, risks, and dependencies to the team and stakeholders.
• Apply Agile practices for iterative delivery and continuous improvement.
• Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines for reliable builds and deployments.
• Use OO design and patterns to create scalable solutions.
• Produce clear technical documentation and share knowledge across the team.
• Contribute to code quality through reviews, testing, and defect resolution.
• Work with global technologists to share ideas and drive innovation.
• Drive adoption of AI-assisted engineering practices with validated outputs.

Skills

Software engineering concepts

Java development

CI/CD

Design patterns

SQL

Source control

HTML5/JavaScript

AI-assisted tools

Responsible AI

Collaboration

Prioritization

Tools

Angular

React

AWS

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 Lead Software Engineer at JPMorgan Chase within the Corporate Technology, you are 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. Create innovative technology solutions to support the Client Onboarding and KYC business. 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.

• 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 of areas 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.