Lead Software Engineer - Java/Full Stack

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Jersey City, NJ, USA
Hybrid
Senior level
Financial Services
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The Role
Lead development of secure, scalable full-stack applications for JPMorgan Chase’s Asset and Wealth Management client services platform. Responsibilities include Java, Spring, React, cloud architecture on AWS, SQL and Snowflake data solutions, testing, deployment, operational stability, and system modernization. The role leads AI-assisted engineering practices, collaborates with product owners and global stakeholders, supports agile delivery, and serves as a primary technical and product contact.
Summary Generated by Built In

This is an exciting opportunity to join a passionate team dedicated to building products that truly help our users. 

 

As a Senior Lead Software Engineer at JPMorgan Chase within Asset Wealth Management, you’ll work with cutting-edge technologies in a collaborative, diverse, and innovative environment, tackling complex challenges and driving impactful solutions for our clients. JPMorgan Asset Management offers a broad range of investment strategies and operates in major markets worldwide, with a clear focus on managing client assets and delivering strong risk-adjusted returns.

 

Job responsibilities 

  • Design, develop, and maintain innovative software solutions for the JP Morgan Chase Client Services Platform, addressing complex technical challenges and modernizing business processes

  • Write secure, high-quality production code in Java, Spring, and React; review and debug code from team members to uphold best practices.

  • Advance the use of AI technologies to improve software development, automation, and operational efficiency.

  • Lead hands-on system design, application development, testing, and ensure ongoing operational stability.

  • Build and deploy scalable architecture and solutions on Cloud

  • Utilize SQL and Snowflake for effective data management, querying, reporting and data sharing

  • Take initiative in daily tasks and project work, driving progress and innovation within a small, agile team.

  • Collaborate directly with Product Owners & Global stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver high-impact solutions.

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for product-related matters, facilitating communication between teams, with high degree of accountability

  • Solve technical and business challenges efficiently, proactively addressing issues to support Asset Management reporting and delivery.

 

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

  • Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 5+ years applied experience

  • Hands-on practical experience across the Full Stack Software Development Life Cycle, including system design, application development, testing, and operational stability

  • Proficiency in core Java and front-end UI frameworks (e.g.  JS, React, Angular) for full stack development with demonstrated experience building and maintaining production-grade applications

  • Strong proficiency in SQL for data querying, transformation, and analysis across large, complex financial datasets

  • Practical experience working with cloud technologies (AWS) 

  • Solid Knowledge of deployment processes, including experience with GIT and version control systems.

  • Hands-on practical experience delivering system design, application development, testing, and operational stability

  • Demonstrated experience leading effective use of approved AI-assisted software development tools (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 engineers on safe, compliant adoption within delivery practices

  • Advanced understanding of agile methodologies such as CI/CD, Application Resiliency, and Security

  • In-depth knowledge of the financial services industry and their IT systems
     

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

  • Experience in the financial services industry

  • Expertise in designing, implementing, and managing cloud-based solutions using AWS, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security for applications.

  • Familiarity with observability tools such as Splunk, Dynatrace, or Grafana.

  • Hands-on experience with GraphQL for efficient data querying and integration.

  • Experience working with data platforms such as Snowflake or Databricks.

  • Experience in Kafka messaging

 

 

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 TeamJ.P. Morgan Asset & Wealth Management delivers industry-leading investment management and private banking solutions. Asset Management provides individuals, advisors and institutions with strategies and expertise that span the full spectrum of asset classes through our global network of investment professionals. Wealth Management helps individuals, families and foundations take a more intentional approach to their wealth or finances to better define, focus and realize their goals.​

Skills Required

  • Formal training or certification in software engineering concepts and 5+ years of applied experience
  • Full-stack software development lifecycle experience, including system design, application development, testing, and operational stability
  • Proficiency in core Java and front-end frameworks such as JavaScript, React, or Angular
  • Production-grade application development and maintenance experience
  • Strong SQL proficiency for querying, transformation, and analysis of complex financial datasets
  • Practical experience with AWS cloud technologies
  • Experience with deployment processes, Git, and version control systems
  • Experience leading approved AI-assisted software development tools and validating outputs for correctness, performance, and security
  • Understanding of responsible AI use, data sensitivity, secure input and output handling, resiliency, and security expectations
  • Experience coaching engineers on safe and compliant AI adoption
  • Advanced understanding of agile methodologies, CI/CD, application resiliency, and security
  • In-depth knowledge of financial services industry IT systems
  • Financial services industry experience
  • Expertise designing, implementing, and managing scalable, reliable, and secure AWS cloud solutions
  • Familiarity with Splunk, Dynatrace, or Grafana
  • Hands-on GraphQL experience
  • Experience with Snowflake or Databricks
  • Experience with Kafka messaging

JPMorganChase Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about JPMorganChase and has not been reviewed or approved by JPMorganChase.

  • Healthcare Strength Medical, dental, vision, and mental-health coverage are broad, with wellness incentives, on-site or virtual care, and an EAP offering coaching and counseling. Plan materials emphasize accessible options, including multiple medical choices and tools to manage costs.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave extends up to 16 weeks for all parents, supplemented by paid Critical Caregiver Leave. Family resources include backup childcare via Bright Horizons, lactation support and milk-shipping, family-building assistance, and even a free five-month SNOO rental for newborns.
  • Retirement Support Retirement programs include a 401(k) with an annual company match and automatic pay credits for most employees, with a legacy pension available to earlier hires. An Employee Stock Purchase Plan at a 5% discount further supports long-term savings.

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The Company
HQ: New York, NY
289,097 Employees
Year Founded: 1799

What We Do

JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYSE: JPM) is a leading global financial services firm with assets of $3.7 trillion and operations worldwide. The firm is a leader in investment banking, financial services for consumers and small businesses, commercial banking, financial transaction processing, and asset management. A component of the Dow Jones Industrial Average, JPMorgan Chase & Co. serves millions of consumers in the United States and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under its J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Technology fuels every aspect of our company and is at the heart of everything we do. With over 50,000 technologists globally and an annual tech spend of $12 billion, we are dedicated to improving the design, analytics, development, coding, testing and application programming that goes into creating high quality software and new products. Learn more about technology at our firm, explore resources from our Distinguished Engineers, AI & ML researchers, and other experts; access the latest episode of our TechTrends podcast, and more at www.jpmorgan.com/technology. Information about JPMorgan Chase & Co. is available at www.jpmorganchase.com. ©2023 JPMorgan Chase & Co. All rights reserved. JPMorgan Chase is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans.

Why Work With Us

Our technologists work on a diverse range of solutions that include strategic technology initiatives, big data, mobile, electronic payments, machine learning, cybersecurity, enterprise cloud development, and other state-of-the-art technologies.

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