Lead Software Engineer- Java / Kafka / AWS / Terraform

J.P. Morgan; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is seeking a Lead Software Engineer focused on Java, AWS, Terraform, and Kafka within the Consumer & Community Bank.

You will drive architectural design, deliver high-quality production code, and lead AI-assisted engineering practices to improve quality, speed, and resilience of critical systems. The role requires 5+ years of hands-on software development experience, strong expertise in distributed systems, and practical knowledge of databases and testing frameworks.

Qualifications

• Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 5+ years applied experience.
• Hands-on experience delivering system design, application development, testing, and operational stability.
• Strong experience in Java server-side programming with Spring (Boot/MVC/Kafka).
• Experience designing high-throughput, low-latency solutions for mission-critical apps.
• Experience with distributed technologies and databases.

Responsibilities

• executes creative software solutions and technical troubleshooting.
• develops secure, high-quality production code and reviews code written by others.
• drives team adoption of AI-assisted engineering practices and demonstrates secure coding, testing, and validation.

Skills

Java

Spring

Kafka

AWS

Terraform

Distributed systems

SQL

JUnit

Git

Education

Software engineering degree

Tools

Git

Jenkins

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- Java / AWS / Terraform / Kafka at JPMorganChase within the Consumer and Community Bank, 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.
• 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

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 5+ years applied experience
• Hands‑on practical experience delivering system design, application development, testing, and operational stability
• Advanced experience in Java Server‑side programming including Spring experience (Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Kafka)
• Experience designing and developing high‑throughput, low‑latency solutions for mission‑critical 24/7 applications
• Experience with development of distributing technologies and frameworks
• Experience writing performant SQL and stored procedures (Oracle/Sybase/SQL Server/CockroachDB)
• Experience using messaging technologies (Kafka, WebSphere MQ/JMS, RabbitMQ)
• Experience building for testability and implement test automation (JUnit/Mockito, Cucumber/Gherkin), and use Git for source control
• 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
• Experience with AWS and Terraform

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Experience with both Java and Python development

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

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‑edge mobile applications, digital experiences and next‑generation banking technology solutions to better serve our clients and customers. Seeking a Lead Software Engineer who is strong with distributed development in Java, Kafka, AWS, Terraform