Lead Software Engineer- Java/Python/AWS

JPMorgan Chase; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 157,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorgan Chase is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to drive Java/Python/AWS initiatives in a large-scale data technology environment. You will design, build, and deliver secure, scalable software and lead cross-functional teams across product and platform groups.

Responsibilities include guiding AI-assisted development, enforcing secure coding practices, and shaping backend architectures, microservices, and data models. Hybrid, on-site at multiple US locations including Jersey City.

Qualifications

• Formal training or certification in software engineering concepts and 5+ years of applied experience.
• Hands-on experience delivering system design, application development, testing, and operational stability.
• Advanced in one or more programming languages (Java, Python, or Go) with strong AWS experience.
• Strong experience with AWS services to host APIs, run standalone applications, enable inter-application messaging, and implement event-driven services.
• Experience organizing Terraform workspaces and developing Terraform code (IaC).
• Experience designing and developing microservices and backend services.
• Experience designing backend data models and working with databases.
• Demonstrated experience leading effective use of enterprise-authorized AI-assisted software development tools (e.g., coding, code review, test acceleration, troubleshooting), including setting 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 senior engineers/leads on compliant usage patterns and controls.
• Ability to tackle design and functionality problems independently with little to no oversight.

Responsibilities

• Provides technical guidance and direction to support the business and its technical teams, contractors, and vendors.
• Develops secure, high-quality production code; reviews and debugs code written by others.
• Drives adoption and governance of approved AI-assisted engineering practices to improve code quality, delivery speed, and operational outcomes (e.g., code review/refactoring, test acceleration, release readiness, incident/root-cause analysis).
• Establishes measurable validation standards for AI-assisted workflows (e.g., secure coding, peer review, automated testing) and promotes reuse of proven patterns and automation across the SDLC/toolchain.
• Influences product design, application functionality, and technical operations/processes through architecture and engineering decisions.
• Serves as a function-wide subject matter expert in one or more focus areas.
• Contributes to the engineering community as an advocate of firmwide SDLC frameworks, tools, and practices.

Skills

Java

Python

Go

AWS

Terraform

Microservices

Backend design

Security practices

AI-assisted tools

Leadership

Tools

Terraform

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD

Job description

Lead Software Engineer- Java/Python/AWS

Jersey City, NJ, United States

Job Information

• Job Identification 210790558

• Job Category Software Engineering

• Business Unit Consumer & Community Banking

• Posting Date 10/02/2026, 02:35 PM

• Locations 575 Washington Blvd, Jersey City, NJ, 07310, US1121 Polaris Pkwy, Columbus, OH, 43240, US6101 Legacy Dr, Plano, TX, 75024, US880 Powder Mill Rd, Wilmington, DE, 19803, US

• Job Schedule Full time

• Job Shift Day

• Base Pay/Salary Jersey City,NJ $156,750.00-$215,000.00

Job Description

Requisition Title

Lead Software Engineer – Java/Python/AWS

Description

As a Lead Software Engineer at JPMorganChase within Consumer & Community Banking (CCB) in the Data Technology space, you will help enhance, build, and deliver secure, stable, and scalable technology products. You will drive meaningful business impact through deep technical expertise, strong engineering judgment, and hands‑on delivery across multiple technologies and applications.

Job Responsibilities

• Provides technical guidance and direction to support the business and its technical teams, contractors, and vendors.

• Develops secure, high-quality production code; reviews and debugs code written by others.

• Drives adoption and governance of approved AI-assisted engineering practices to improve code quality, delivery speed, and operational outcomes (e.g., code review/refactoring, test acceleration, release readiness, incident/root-cause analysis).

• Establishes measurable validation standards for AI-assisted workflows (e.g., secure coding, peer review, automated testing) and promotes reuse of proven patterns and automation across the SDLC/toolchain.

• Influences product design, application functionality, and technical operations/processes through architecture and engineering decisions.

• Serves as a function-wide subject matter expert in one or more focus areas.

• Contributes to the engineering community as an advocate of firmwide SDLC frameworks, tools, and practices.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Formal training or certification in software engineering concepts and 5+ years of applied experience.

• Hands‑on experience delivering system design, application development, testing, and operational stability.

• Advanced in one or more programming languages (Java, Python, or Go) with strong AWS experience.

• Strong experience with AWS services to host APIs, run standalone applications, enable inter-application messaging, and implement event-driven services.

• Experience organizing Terraform workspaces and developing Terraform code (IaC).

• Experience designing and developing microservices and backend services.

• Experience designing backend data models and working with databases.

• Demonstrated experience leading effective use of enterprise-authorized AI-assisted software development tools (e.g., coding, code review, test acceleration, troubleshooting), including setting 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 senior engineers/leads on compliant usage patterns and controls.

• Ability to tackle design and functionality problems independently with little to no oversight.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Experience with messaging systems.

• Experience with Docker and containerization best practices; experience with CI/CD tools and pipeline automation.

• Understanding of security best practices and secure coding principles.

• Experience with test-driven development (TDD), automated testing frameworks, and modern API design patterns.

About Us

Chase is a leading financial services firm, helping nearly half of America’s households and small businesses achieve their financial goals through a broad range of financial products. Our mission is to create engaged, lifelong relationships and put our customers at the heart of everything we do. We also help small businesses, nonprofits and cities grow, delivering solutions to solve all their financial needs.

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 (https://careers.jpmorgan.com/us/en/how-we-hire/faqs) for more information about requesting an accommodation.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veterans

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.

About the Team

Our Consumer & Community Banking division serves our Chase customers through a range of financial services, including personal banking, credit cards, mortgages, auto financing, investment advice, small business loans and payment processing. We’re proud to lead the U.S. in credit card sales and deposit growth and have the most-used digital solutions – all while ranking first in customer satisfaction.