Senior Lead Software Engineer - Java/AWS/Python

JPMorganChase; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorganChase in Plano, TX is seeking a Senior Lead Software Engineer to drive delivery of trusted, market-leading technology products within Corporate Technology. You will lead a high-performing team, leverage Java, Python, AWS, and AI-assisted engineering practices to improve code quality, security, and delivery speed across multiple platforms and services.

You will mentor engineers, participate in architecture reviews, and ensure resiliency and operational stability.

Qualifications

• 5+ years formal software engineering training or certification.
• 10+ years hands-on software industry experience with Java, Python, AWS (EKS, S3, Lambda, EMR) and Terraform.
• Experience leading AI-assisted development tools and validating AI outputs for correctness, performance and security.
• Strong understanding of responsible AI, data sensitivity, secure handling of inputs/outputs, resiliency and security.
• Cloud security exposure and infrastructure knowledge in AWS.
• Practical cloud-native development experience in AWS for robust solutions.
• End-to-end delivery across architecture, development, testing and operations.
• Experience with streaming systems like Kafka.
• Automation and CI/CD proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Executes creative software solutions, design, development, and troubleshooting with non-routine approaches.
• Drives adoption of AI-assisted engineering practices to improve quality, speed, and operations, with standardized validation.
• Uses SDLC tools including AI-enabled development and automation to maximize value.
• Develops secure high-quality production code and reviews others’ code.
• Identifies opportunities to automate remediation to improve stability.
• Leads communities of practice to spread new technologies.
• Contributes to team culture of diversity, inclusion, and respect.
• Leads and manages a high-performing team of software engineers.

Skills

Java

Python

AWS

AI-assisted development

Security best practices

Cloud-native

End-to-end delivery

Leading teams

CI/CD

Agile methodologies

Data engineering concepts

Kafka

Tools

Kafka

AWS

Terraform

Databricks

EMR

EKS

Job description

Job Description

Be an integral part of an agile team that's constantly pushing the envelope to enhance, build, and deliver top-notch technology products.

Be an integral part of an agile team that's constantly pushing the envelope to enhance, build, and deliver top-notch technology products. As a Senior Lead Software Engineer at JPMorganChase within the Corporate Technology, 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. Drive significant business impact through your capabilities and contributions, and apply deep technical expertise and problem‑solving methodologies to tackle a diverse array of challenges that span multiple technologies and applications.

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
• 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.
• 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
• 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
• Leading and managing a high performing team of software engineers

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills

• Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 5+ years applied experience.
• 10+ years of hands‑on experience in the software industry, specializing in Java, Python, AWS (including EKS, S3, Lambda, EMR), and Terraform.
• 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
• Strong exposure to security and infrastructure within cloud environments.
• Practical cloud‑native development experience specifically in AWS, with a focus on designing and delivering robust solutions.
• Demonstrated expertise in software design principles and complete end‑to‑end, hands‑on delivery.
• Experience in streaming systems such as Kafka.
• Hands‑on practical experience delivering system design, application development, testing, and operational stability.
• Proficiency in automation and continuous delivery methods.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills

• Advanced understanding of agile methodologies, including CI/CD, 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.).
• Proficient in all aspects of the Software Development Life Cycle.
• Advanced proficiency in one or more programming languages.
• In‑depth knowledge of the financial services industry and their IT systems.
• Proficiency in Data Engineering concepts and related technologies such as AWS EMR and Databricks. Certifications is a plus

ABOUT US

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

About The Team

Our Corporate Technology team relies on smart, driven people like you to develop applications and provide tech support for all our corporate functions across our network. Your efforts will touch lives all over the financial spectrum and across all our divisions: Global Finance, Corporate Treasury, Risk Management, Human Resources, Compliance, Legal, and within the Corporate Administrative Office. You'll be part of a team specifically built to meet and exceed our evolving technology needs, as well as our technology controls agenda.