Senior Lead Software Engineer - Mainframe/DB2

JPMorganChase; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorganChase in Columbus, OH, seeks a senior database engineer to drive modernization across DB2/Mainframe, Oracle, SQL Server, Aurora Postgres, Cockroach DB, and cloud services. You will collaborate with application teams to design scalable data solutions and ensure secure, resilient operations.

Lead AI‑assisted development practices, mentor engineers, and contribute to automation, DevOps, and performance tuning, while optimizing cost and reliability across the SDLC.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of database engineering experience across multiple platforms (DB2/Mainframe, Oracle, SQL Server, NoSQL optional).
• Experience with cloud services (AWS/Azure) and DBaaS/Paas
• Proficient in database design, performance testing, and operational stability
• Experience leading AI-assisted software development tools and governance
• Familiarity with CI/CD, security, and reliability in modern SDLC environments
• Ability to mentor engineers and influence best practices across teams
• Strong communication and collaboration across enterprise teams

Responsibilities

• Contribute as database engineer and development expert, collaborating with application teams on modernization and performance tuning.
• Provide leadership for database modernization strategies and post-migration efforts.
• Partner with PaaS, DBaaS, and Cloud Delivery teams to enable self-service capabilities for application teams.
• Support proactive reviews of database implementations to boost performance and cost efficiency.
• Promote AI-assisted engineering practices with measurable validation standards (secure coding, peer review, testing).
• Drive adoption of SDLC tools and automation to improve delivery outcomes at scale.
• Troubleshoot production issues and contribute to root-cause analysis for problem management.
• Assist in upskilling teams in database design and support competencies.
• Collaborate with Center of Excellence to codify best practices across DB technologies.

Skills

10+ years database engineering

Cloud services

Database design & tuning

AI-assisted development tools

DevOps automation

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or related

Tools

DB2

Oracle

SQL Server

Aurora Postgres

CockroachDB

AWS

Azure

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 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

• Contribute as database engineer and development expert, working with application development teams to develop, execute and support database modernization/optimization/performance tuning/design activities
• Provide thought leadership and modernization support to application development (AD) teams through the analysis, migration, and post migration efforts for their database footprints.
• Partner with PaaS, DBaaS, and Cloud Delivery teams to resolve issues and influence implementation of self service capabilities to support the AD teams.
• Participate in tactical and strategic database modernization planning and development of database modernization patterns, and provide direct support for development teams performing database modernization activities
• Drives adoption and governance of approved AI-assisted engineering practices across teams to improve code quality, delivery speed, and operational outcomes (e.g., AI-assisted code review/refactoring, test acceleration, release readiness, incident/root‑cause analysis), while establishing measurable validation standards (secure coding, peer review, automated testing) and promoting reuse of proven patterns and automation within the SDLC/TLM toolchain
• Applies knowledge of tools within the Software Development Life Cycle toolchain, including approved AI‑assisted development and automation capabilities, to improve the value realized by automation at scale
• Support AD teams in DB design activities, and also troubleshoot the resolution of production database issues and contribute to root cause analysis supporting problem management workstreams
• Perform proactive reviews of database implementations to enhance performance, efficiency, resiliency, and cost optimization
• Contribute to the design and development of tools to accelerate modernization efforts
• Support AD teams in upskilling database development and support competencies
• Partner with other Center Of Excellence teams in setting best practices, guidelines and proper design patterns across various DB technologies

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills

• Formal training or certification in software engineering concepts with 10+ years of applied experience
• Hands‑on practical experience in database system design, performing database development and performance testing, and ensuring operational stability
• 10+ years' experience working as database engineering for DB2/Mainframe, Oracle, SQL Server, Aurora Postgres, Cockroach DB, and experience with AWS and/or Azure and associated database services
• Experience supporting databases in DevOps and proficient in automation and continuous delivery methods
• Proficient in all aspects of the Software Development Life Cycle
• 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
• Advanced understanding of agile methodologies such as 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.)
• Demonstrable experience performing database upgrades and migrations
• Must be able to self‑motivate to support delivery whether individually or as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong desire to master emerging technologies and share experience with other team members
• Ability to adjust and adapt role to support team success
• In‑depth knowledge of the financial services industry and their IT systems
• Direct experience with NoSQL databases

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 for more information about requesting an accommodation.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veterans

About The Team

Our Consumer & Community Banking Group depends on innovators like you to serve consumers, small businesses, municipalities and non‑profits. You’ll support the delivery of award winning tools and services that cover everything from personal and small business banking as well as lending, mortgages, credit cards, payments, auto finance and investment advice. This group is also focused on developing and delivering cutting edged mobile applications, digital experiences and next generation banking technology solutions to better serve our clients and customers.