Software Engineer III - Java / Kafka

JPMorgan Chase; Chicago (IL); Vor Ort; USD 114.000 - 155.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

JPMorgan Chase in Chicago, IL, is seeking a Software Engineer III to join the Payment Platform team. You will contribute to secure, scalable software in an agile environment, delivering trusted products across multiple business functions.

The role emphasizes Core Java, Spring Boot, RESTful APIs, testing, and modern development practices. This on-site position offers competitive compensation and benefits within a leading financial institution.

Qualifikationen

• Formal training or certification in software engineering with 5+ years of applied experience.
• Experience in Core Java, Spring Boot, RESTful API in a large corporate environment.
• Knowledge of Java design patterns and SDLC.
• Experience with JUnit, Git/Bitbucket, and test-driven development (TDD).
• Familiarity with CI/CD and application resiliency in agile teams.

Aufgaben

• Executes standard software solutions, design, development, and troubleshooting.
• Writes secure, high-quality code with minimal guidance.
• Designs, develops, codes, and troubleshoots with consideration of upstream/downstream systems.
• Applies SDLC tools to improve automation value.
• Performs technical troubleshooting for basic complexity problems.
• Gathers and analyzes data to inform decisions for secure, stable apps.
• Learns system processes and contributes to a respectful team culture.

Kenntnisse

Core Java

Spring Boot

RESTful API

JUnit

CI/CD

TDD

Agile methodologies

Ausbildung

Software engineering certification/training

Tools

Git/Bitbucket

Kafka

Docker

Kubernetes

Jobbeschreibung

Software Engineer III - Java / Kafka

Chicago, IL, United States

Job Information

• Job Identification 210798681
• Job Category Software Engineering
• Business Unit Commercial & Investment Bank
• Posting Date 10/29/2026, 08:51 PM
• Locations 1 S Clark St, Chicago, IL, 60603, US
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day
• Base Pay/Salary Chicago,IL $114,000.00-$155,000.00

Job Description

We have an exciting and rewarding opportunity for you to take your software engineering career to the next level.

As a Software Engineer III at JPMorganChase within the Commercial & Investment Bank - Payment Platform team, you serve as a seasoned member of an agile team to design and deliver trusted market-leading technology products in a secure, stable, and scalable way. You are responsible for carrying out critical technology solutions across multiple technical areas within various business functions in support of the firm’s business objectives.

Job responsibilities

• Executes standard software solutions, design, development, and technical troubleshooting
• Writes secure and high-quality code using the syntax of at least one programming language with limited guidance
• Designs, develops, codes, and troubleshoots with consideration of upstream and downstream systems and technical implications
• Applies knowledge of tools within the Software Development Life Cycle toolchain to improve the value realized by automation
• Applies technical troubleshooting to break down solutions and solve technical problems of basic complexity
• Gathers, analyzes, and draws conclusions from large, diverse data sets to identify problems and contribute to decision-making in service of secure, stable application development
• Learns and applies system processes, methodologies, and skills for the development of secure, stable code and systems
• 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
• Experience in developing, debugging, and maintaining code in a large corporate environment with one or more modern programming languages and database querying languages - Core Java, Spring Boot, RESTFUL API
• Understanding of Java Design patterns and experience on implementing it in application development.
• Overall knowledge of the Software Development Life Cycle
• Experience writing test cases using testing tools like JUnit.
• Experience using code versioning tools, such as Git, Bitbucket
• Experience with Test Driven Development (TDD).
• Understanding of agile methodologies such as CI/CD, Application Resiliency

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Exposer to AI - using python, AI, Copilot in VScode/Intellij
• knowledge of Containerization and Container Runtime/Orchestration platforms (Docker/Kubernetes/ECS etc)
• knowledge about messaging – Kafka
• knowledge about Relational/NoSQL databases

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 (https://careers.jpmorgan.com/us/en/how-we-hire/faqs) for more information about requesting an accommodation.

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans

About the Team

J.P. Morgan’s Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.