Lead Software Engineer - Full Stack

JPMorganChase; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorganChase in Jersey City is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to advance trusted market-leading technology within the Asset & Wealth Management Client Information team. You will contribute as a core technical member of an agile group building secure, scalable solutions.

The role emphasizes hands-on coding in Java or Python, React front-end work, and cloud experience with AWS, along with guiding AI-assisted development practices, architecture design, and data-driven improvements across the

Qualifications

• Formal training or certification in software engineering with 5+ years of applied experience.
• Hands-on experience with AI-assisted development tools and validating AI outputs for correctness, performance, and security.
• Experience delivering system design, development, testing, and operational stability.
• Advanced knowledge of Java or Python.
• Experience with React front-end development.
• Experience with AWS cloud technologies.
• Experience leading use of AI-assisted development tools and setting team expectations.
• Understanding of responsible AI use and secure handling of data; mentoring engineers.
• Proficient in all SDLC aspects.
• Strong knowledge of Agile, CI/CD, resiliency, and security.
• Strong communication and mentoring skills.
• Knowledge of financial services IT.

Responsibilities

• Executes innovative software solutions, design, development, and debugging to solve complex problems.
• Develops secure, high-quality production code and reviews others' code.
• Drives AI-assisted engineering practices to improve code quality, speed, and reliability.
• Applies SDLC tooling and AI-assisted development to enhance automation and value.
• Produces architecture and design artifacts and ensures design constraints are met.
• Gathers and analyzes data to visualize and report on software performance.
• Proactively identifies hidden data patterns to improve coding hygiene and system design.

Skills

Java

Python

React

AWS

CI/CD

Agile

AI-assisted development

Mentoring

Communication

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 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 JPMorganChase within the the Asset & Wealth Management Client Information team, 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. 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 breakdown technical problems
• Develops secure and high-quality production code, and reviews and debugs code written by others
• Drives team adoption of enterprise-authorized AI-assisted engineering practices within the work environment to improve code quality, delivery speed, and operational outcomes (e.g., AI-assisted code review/refactoring, test strategy acceleration, incident/root-cause analysis support), while establishing consistent validation standards (secure coding, peer review, automated testing) and promoting reuse of effective patterns across the team.
• 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.
• 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.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills

• Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 5+ years applied experience
• Hands-on experience using enterprise-authorized AI-assisted software development tools to be used for for coding, test creation, troubleshooting, or documentation) with demonstrated ability to critically evaluate, validate, and refine AI-generated outputs for correctness, performance, and security.
• Hands-on practical experience delivering system design, application development, testing, and operational stability
• Advanced in one or more programming language(s) : Java or Python
• Experience coding in Front end technology including React
• Experience with Cloud technology including AWS
• Demonstrated experience leading effective use of approved AI-assisted software development tools (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 engineers on safe, compliant adoption within delivery practices
• Proficient in all aspects of the Software Development Life Cycle
• Advanced understanding of agile methodologies such as CI/CD, Application Resiliency, and Security
• Strong communication and collaboration skills globally and mentor junior engineers on team.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills

• In-depth knowledge of the financial services industry and their IT systems

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

J.P. Morgan Asset & Wealth Management delivers industry-leading investment management and private banking solutions. Asset Management provides individuals, advisors and institutions with strategies and expertise that span the full spectrum of asset classes through our global network of investment professionals. Wealth Management helps individuals, families and foundations take a more intentional approach to their wealth or finances to better define, focus and realize their goals.