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Senior Lead Software Engineer - Java/React/JavaScript/SQL/Kafka/AWS

JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Jersey City, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 6 May 2026

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to join a passionate team dedicated to building products that truly help our users. As a Lead Software Engineer at JPMorgan Chase within our Asset and Wealth Management line of business, you’ll work with the latest technologies and be immersed in a culture that values creativity, diversity, and continuous learning. You’ll collaborate with driven professionals, tackle complex challenges, and have the chance to grow your career in a supportive, innovative environment. We welcome your expertise, fresh ideas, and commitment to making a real difference for our users.

Job responsibilities

  • Execute creative software solutions, including design, development, and technical troubleshooting to build solutions and break down technical problems.
  • Develop secure, high-quality production code, and review and debug code written by others.
  • Continue to use and evolve AI's role in software development and automation.
  • Contribute to a team culture of diversity, opportunity, inclusion, and respect.
  • Demonstrate hands-on experience in delivering system design, application development, testing, and ensuring operational stability.
  • Show initiative in daily tasks and projects.
  • Work directly with stakeholders.
  • Act as a problem solver, addressing challenges efficiently and effectively.

 

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

  • Formal training or certification in software engineering concepts, with 5+ years of applied experience
  • Skills should include at least a few of the following: Java, React/JavaScript, SQL, and messaging technologies such as Kafka or similar platforms.
  • Practical experience working with cloud technologies and environments such as AWS.
  • Proficient in full-stack development.
  • Proficient in SQL.
  • Hands-on experience in delivering system design, application development, testing, and ensuring operational stability.
  • Formal training or certification in software engineering concepts, complemented by advanced applied experience.
  • Proficiency in automation and continuous delivery methods.
  • Demonstrated expertise in all aspects of the software development lifecycle.
  • Knowledge of deployment processes, including experience with GIT and version control systems.

 

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

  • Experience in the financial services industry.
  • Understanding of observability tools such as Splunk, Dynatrace, or Grafana.
  • Experience with GraphQL.
  • Experience with Snowflake or Databricks.

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

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