Technical Project Manager - Sr. Lead Software Engineer

JPMorganChase; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorganChase in New Jersey seeks a Senior Manager of Software Engineering to lead multiple technical teams within FX/Cash Custody, mentoring engineers and shaping strategic technical direction. You will influence budgets, drive AI-enabled engineering practices, and partner with stakeholders to advance operational efficiency and secure scalable delivery.

The role emphasizes coaching, governance of AI-assisted development, and cross-team collaboration to deliver complex fintech capabilities with

Qualifications

• Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts with 5+ years applied experience.
• Experience leading projects and multi-team initiatives.
• Hands-on software engineering background in coding and design.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction, oversight, and coaching for a team of entry- to mid-level software engineers.
• Influence budget, resources, and SDLC processes to improve delivery speed and reliability.
• Lead enterprise-wide AI-assisted development governance and measure outcomes.

Job description

Job Description

When you mentor and advise multiple technical teams and move financial technologies forward, it's a big challenge with big impact. You were made for this.

As a Senior Manager of Software Engineering at JPMorganChase within the Commercial & Investment Bank FX/Cash Custody, you serve in a leadership role by providing technical coaching and advisory for multiple technical teams, as well as anticipate the needs and potential dependencies of other functions within the firm. As an expert in your field, your insights influence budget and technical considerations to advance operational efficiencies and functionalities.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide overall direction, oversight, and coaching for a team of entry-level to mid-level software engineers that work on basic to moderately complex tasks
• Accountable for decisions that influence teams' resources, budget, tactical operations, and the execution and implementation of processes and procedures
• Sets and scales operating practices for enterprise-authorized AI-assisted engineering and SDLC/TLM automation across multiple teams to improve delivery speed, quality, and operational outcomes; establishes measurable expectations (e.g., throughput, defect reduction, reliability) and ensures consistent validation, security, resiliency, and reuse of proven patterns.
• Applies knowledge of tools within the Software Development Life Cycle toolchain, including enterprise-authorized AI-assisted development and automation capabilities, to drive efficiency and support capacity unlock initiatives across teams, prioritizing reuse of existing firm technology assets.
• Ensures successful collaboration across teams and stakeholders
• Identifies and mitigates issues to execute a book of work while escalating issues as necessary
• Provides input to leadership regarding budget, approach, and technical considerations to improve operational efficiencies and functionality for the team

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills

• Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 5+ years applied experience . In addition, 2 + years of experience leading technologists to manage and solve complex technical items within your domain of expertise
• Experience leading projects
• Strong technical background with prior hands-on software engineering experience (coding/designing/building)
• Technical Program and Project management with software development experience managing timelines, backlogs, and dependencies across stakeholders' groups.
• Technical and Functional analysis and design - refining requirements and designs to comply with patterns established in cash architecture
• AI first mindset - using AI to codify thinking tasks and streamline program delivery. Strong understanding of responsible AI use in engineering workflows, including data sensitivity considerations, resiliency/security implications, and control expectations; ability to coach managers, leads and influence leaders on safe scaling patterns.
• Ability to guide and coach teams on approach to achieve goals aligned against a set of strategic initiatives
• Experience leading multi-team adoption of enterprise-authorized AI-assisted development and delivery tools, including defining governance/ways of working (human-in-the-loop validation, quality gates), measuring outcomes, and ensuring secure handling of sensitive inputs/outputs.
• In-depth knowledge of the services industry and their IT systems
• Practical cloud native experience

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Experience working at code level

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

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.