Lead Software Engineer - Python

JPMorganChase; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorgan Chase & Co. in Columbus, OH seeks a senior software engineer to design, develop, and troubleshoot secure production code while embracing AI-assisted engineering practices to improve quality and delivery.

The role emphasizes SDLC mastery, cloud familiarity, and adherence to responsible AI, with opportunities to lead vendor evaluations and drive innovation across software teams.

Qualifications

• Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 5+ years applied experience.
• Strong experience with Python, Django, JavaScript and SQL.
• Demonstrated experience leading effective use of approved AI‑assisted software development tools with the ability to set team expectations for validating outputs.

Responsibilities

• Executes creative software solutions and troubleshooting with ability to think beyond routine approaches.
• Develops secure high‑quality production code and reviews/debugs code written by others.
• Identifies opportunities to automate remediation of recurring issues to improve stability.
• Drives team adoption of enterprise‑authorized AI‑assisted engineering practices to improve code quality and delivery speed.
• Applies SDLC tools and AI-assisted development to improve automation.
• Leads evaluation sessions with vendors and internal teams on architecture and applicability.
• Leads communities of practice across Software Engineering to promote new technologies.
• Contributes to a diverse and inclusive team culture.

Skills

Python

Django

JavaScript

SQL

AI-assisted engineering

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 Responsibilities

• Executes creative software solutions, design, development, and technical troubleshooting with ability to think beyond routine or conventional approaches to build solutions or break down technical problems.
• Develops secure high‑quality production code, and reviews and debugs code written by others.
• Identifies opportunities to eliminate or automate remediation of recurring issues to improve overall operational stability of software applications and systems.
• 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.
• 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.
• Leads communities of practice across Software Engineering to drive awareness and use of new and leading‑edge technologies.
• Adds to team culture of diversity, opportunity, inclusion, and respect.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills

• Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 5+ years applied experience.
• Strong experience with Python, Django, JavaScript and SQL.
• 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.
• Hands‑on practical experience delivering system design, application development, testing, and operational stability.
• Proficiency in automation and continuous delivery methods.
• Proficient in all aspects of the Software Development Life Cycle.
• Advanced understanding of agile methodologies such as CI/CD pipelines, Application Resiliency, and Security.
• Demonstrated proficiency in software applications and technical processes within a technical discipline (e.g., cloud, artificial intelligence, machine learning, mobile, etc.).
• In‑depth knowledge of the financial services industry and their IT systems.
• Practical cloud native experience.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills

• Experience with infrastructure‑as‑code or cloud deployment automation.
• Experience with performance tuning, resiliency testing, monitoring, logging, and alerting.
• Experience working in highly controlled or regulated technology environments.
• Experience with security, identity, access, fraud, trust, risk, or customer protection platforms.
• Experience with BI tooling such as Tableau.
• Experience with Alteryx.

Benefits

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.

Equal‑Opportunity Employer Statement

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.