Lead Software Engineer-Network Infrastructure Development

Next Frontier Capital; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorganChase in Jersey City is seeking a Lead Software Engineer-Network Infrastructure Development to drive SDN initiatives and build scalable, secure networking platforms.

You will lead design and delivery of automation, orchestration, and AI-assisted tooling across multi-cloud environments, mentor engineers, and collaborate with security, product, and infrastructure teams in an Agile setting. This role offers strong growth in a global tech organization.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in software/network engineering
• Experience delivering SDN/infrastructure tooling
• Proficient in Python, Go, JavaScript, Rust, and shell scripting
• Strong understanding of networking protocols/datacenters and cloud networking

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, implementation, and delivery of SDN solutions for software-defined datacenters.
• Design, develop, and implement network automation and infrastructure management platforms using Python, Go, JavaScript.
• Architect and deploy SDN solutions across multi-cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP, Private cloud).
• Develop and maintain network automation frameworks and IaC practices.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote enterprise AI-assisted engineering practices.

Skills

Python

Go

JavaScript

Rust

Shell scripting

Networking concepts

Agile / Scrum

AI-assisted development

Tools

Jenkins

Kubernetes

Ansible

Terraform

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-Network Infrastructure Development at JPMorganChase within the Corporate Sector- Infrastructure Platforms, 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

• Lead the development, implementation, and delivery of software-defined networking (SDN) solutions for software-defined datacenters, ensuring timelines, technical requirements, and network performance standards are met across highly resilient and scalable infrastructure
• Design, develop, and implement network automation solutions and infrastructure management platforms using Python, Go, JavaScript, and modern web technologies to reduce manual intervention and improve operational efficiency
• Architect and deploy SDN solutions and network orchestration systems across multi-cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP, Private cloud), integrating monitoring frameworks with existing tools to ensure infrastructure reliability
• Develop and maintain network automation frameworks, APIs, and tooling that integrate with network devices, controllers, and monitoring systems, writing clean, maintainable infrastructure-as-code that adheres to coding standards
• Drive 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.
• Apply 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.
• Drive decisions that influence the product design, application functionality, and technical operations and processes
• Collaborate with network architects, security teams, product owners, and infrastructure engineers in an Agile scrum environment, conducting code reviews and troubleshooting network applications to meet performance and reliability requirements
• Mentor junior engineers on network automation and infrastructure-as-code principles while influencing technical direction by evaluating emerging SDN technologies, automation using AI tools, and DevOps methodologies

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts, and 5+ years applied experience
• Demonstrated experience in network infrastructure development and networking engineering
• Hands-on practical experience delivering system design, application development, testing, and operational stability
• Strong experience developing software with Python, Go, JavaScript, RUST and Shell Scripting for network automation and infrastructure management, with experience leading development projects in an Agile environment with cross-functional teams
• Deep understanding of networking protocols and technologies including BGP, VRF, MPLS, IP, TCP, and UDP as applied to datacenter contexts, with hands-on experience in cloud networking architectures such as VPC, CNI, hybrid cloud connectivity patterns, and engineering experience with VMware NSX-T for software-defined networking solutions including NSX-T logical switching, routing, load balancing, distributed firewall, micro-segmentation, overlay and underlay network configuration
• Experience with CI/CD tools (specifically Jenkins) for infrastructure automation pipelines, container orchestration using Kubernetes and containerized network functions, network automation frameworks and infrastructure-as-code practices (Ansible, Terraform)
• Demonstrated experience leading effective use of enterprise-authorized AI-assisted software development tools within the work environment (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 senior engineers/leads on compliant usage patterns and controls.
• Exceptional problem-solving and critical thinking skills with ability to decompose complex network infrastructure challenges, perform root cause analysis across distributed systems, debug and optimize both network infrastructure components and automation software, and apply systems thinking to anticipate cascading impacts of changes.
• 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

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Experience with network visibility and analytics tools and network virtualization platforms including Cisco ACI, Calico, OVN (Open Virtual Network), and Cilium for container networking
• Knowledge in policy-as-code frameworks , network security automation practices, and zero-trust architecture implementation
• Industry-recognized networking certifications such as AWS Certified Advanced Networking - Specialty, Azure Network Engineer Associate, or Google Cloud Professional Cloud Network Engineer.
• Demonstrated ability to leverage AI-powered development tools and Specification-Driven Development (SDD) methodologies using platforms such as Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, or similar tools to enhance network automation development velocity and code quality

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 Global Technology Infrastructure group is a team of innovators who love technology as much as you do. Together, you’ll use a disciplined, innovative and a business focused approach to develop a wide variety of high-quality products and solutions. You’ll work in a stable, resilient and secure operating environment where you—and the products you deliver—will thrive.

High Risk Roles (HRR) are sensitive roles within the technology organization that require high assurance of the integrity of staff by virtue of 1) sensitive cybersecurity and technology functions they perform within systems or 2) information they receive regarding sensitive cybersecurity or technology matters. Users in these roles are subject to enhanced pre-hire screening which includes both criminal and credit background checks (as allowed by law). The enhanced screening will need to be successfully completed prior to commencing employment or assignment.

Design, develop, and deploy software-defined networking (SDN) infrastructure for virtualized datacenter environments