UI Lead Software Engineer

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As a UI Lead Software Engineer at JPMorganChase  with in the Commercial & Investment Bank Digital & Platform Services, you'll architect and build scalable, accessible component libraries that power applications across our organization. You'll optimize performance for high-traffic production systems, mentor engineers, and drive technical excellence in modern frontend development.

 

Job responsibilities

• Maintain and enhance existing frontend architecture standards across applications for UI development

• Make critical architectural decisions regarding frameworks, libraries, and tooling
• Design scalable, maintainable component architectures
• Lead UI engineers in the team to enhance technical skills of the team, conduct code reviews and provide hands-on technical guidance and mentorship.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies and approaches
• Create technical roadmaps aligned with business objectives
• Drive adoption of modern frontend development practices

 

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

 

• Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 5+ years applied experience
• Experience in frontend web development, with a strong focus on React and its ecosystem (Redux, React Router, etc.).
• Expert-level proficiency in JavaScript, TypeScript, React.js, and CSS libraries.
• Extensive experience with UI performance optimization, including profiling, troubleshooting, and resolving complex UI issues in production environments.
• Proven track record in production deployment, monitoring, and support of large-scale React applications.
• Deep expertise in modern front-end build pipelines and bundling tools, especially Webpack and Vite.
• Experience building and maintaining design systems or component libraries.
• Solid understanding of UI/UX principles, accessibility, and responsive design.
• Demonstrated ability to follow and advocate for best coding practices in React, including code reviews and documentation.
• Excellent debugging and troubleshooting skills, with a methodical approach to problem-solving.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills; experience leading small teams and mentoring junior engineers.

 

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills 
 

• Experience with AI-powered development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, automated code review platforms).
• Knowledge of accessibility standards (WCAG) and internationalization.
• Experience with testing frameworks such as Jest, React Testing Library, and Cypress.
• Experience working with mono repo setups.
• Contributions to open-source projects or technical blogs.
• Familiarity with backend technologies (Java, Python) and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
   

 

FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE ACT: This position is subject to Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act. As such, an employment offer for this position is contingent on JPMorganChase’s review of criminal conviction history, including pretrial diversions or program entries.

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.