Lead Software Engineer - Python & React, AI-Driven

JPMorgan Chase & Co.; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorganChase is seeking a Lead Software Engineer within the Infrastructure Platforms Network Automation group to drive secure, scalable technology delivery. You will lead critical development across multiple domains, establish best practices, and guide teams in AI-assisted engineering for quality and speed.

The role emphasizes collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, ownership and accountability, and advancing secure engineering practices in a fast-paced, agile environment.

Qualifications

• Formal training or certification in software engineering concepts and 5+ years of applied experience.
• Hands-on experience in system design, application development, testing, and operational stability.
• Advanced in one or more programming languages: Python, ReactJS, etc.
• Advanced in one or more frameworks: Django, FastAPI, etc.
• Experience leading use of AI-assisted development tools with code review, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Strong understanding of responsible AI in engineering workflows, data sensitivity, secure handling, and compliance.
• Proficient in all aspects of the Software Development Life Cycle.
• Advanced understanding of agile methodologies such as CI/CD, Application Resiliency, and Security.
• Experience creating microservices and API integration; cloud-native familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Executes innovative software solutions and designs, and troubleshoots complex problems.
• Develops secure, high-quality production code and reviews others’ code.
• Drives adoption of enterprise AI-assisted engineering practices to improve quality and speed.
• Uses SDLC tools and AI-assisted development capabilities to improve automation value.
• Identifies and automates recurring issues to improve stability of applications and systems.
• Leads evaluation sessions with vendors and internal teams on architecture and applicability.

Skills

Leadership

AI-assisted practices

CI/CD

Agile methodologies

Ownership & accountability

Tools

Python

ReactJS

Django

FastAPI

Job description

JPMorganChase is seeking a Lead Software Engineer within the Infrastructure Platforms Network Automation group to drive secure, scalable technology delivery. You will lead critical development across multiple domains, establish best practices, and guide teams in AI-assisted engineering for quality and speed.

The role emphasizes collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, ownership and accountability, and advancing secure engineering practices in a fast-paced, agile environment.