Lead Software Engineer - Java / React

Salary: $61,000 - 101,000 per year Requirements:

• We require formal training or certification in software engineering concepts, plus 5+ years of applied experience.
• We need hands-on experience delivering system design, application development, testing, and operational stability.
• We are looking for advanced full-stack development expertise with the Java tech stack and React.
• We need demonstrated experience leading the effective use of approved AI-assisted software development tools for coding, code review, test acceleration, and troubleshooting, with clear expectations for validating outputs for correctness, performance, and security.
• We value a strong understanding of responsible AI use in engineering workflows, including data sensitivity, secure handling of inputs and outputs, and resiliency and security expectations, along with experience coaching engineers on safe and compliant adoption.
• We require proficiency in automation and continuous delivery methods.
• We need proficiency across all stages of the Software Development Life Cycle.
• We look for advanced understanding of agile practices such as CI/CD, application resiliency, and security.
• We seek demonstrated proficiency in software applications and technical processes within a technical discipline such as cloud, artificial intelligence, machine learning, or mobile.
• We need in-depth knowledge of the financial services industry and its IT systems.
• We require practical cloud-native experience.

• We execute creative software solutions, including design, development, and technical troubleshooting, using approaches that go beyond routine or conventional methods.
• We develop secure, high-quality production code and review and debug code written by others.
• We drive adoption of enterprise-authorized AI-assisted engineering practices to improve code quality, delivery speed, and operational outcomes, while maintaining consistent validation standards and encouraging reuse of effective patterns.
• We apply knowledge of tools within the Software Development Life Cycle toolchain, including approved AI-assisted development and automation capabilities, to increase the value delivered through automation.
• We identify opportunities to eliminate or automate remediation of recurring issues to improve the operational stability of software applications and systems.
• We lead evaluation sessions with external vendors, startups, and internal teams to assess architectural designs, technical credentials, and fit within existing systems and information architecture.
• We lead communities of practice across Software Engineering to promote awareness and adoption of new and leading-edge technologies.
• We contribute to a team culture built on diversity, opportunity, inclusion, and respect.

• AI
• CI/CD
• Cloud
• Support
• Java
• Machine Learning
• Marketing
• Mobile
• React
• Security

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We are collaborating with hackajob to connect with exceptional professionals for this Lead Software Engineer opportunity. Within JPMorganChases Corporate Sector, you will join an agile team focused on enhancing, building, and delivering trusted market-leading technology products in a secure, stable, and scalable way. We are part of one of the oldest financial institutions, serving consumers, small businesses, and major corporate, institutional, and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years, and 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 based on role, experience, skill set, and location, with possible commission or discretionary incentive compensation in eligible roles. Our benefits may 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. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and provide reasonable accommodations where needed. Our Corporate Functions team spans finance, risk, human resources, marketing, and other essential areas that help set our businesses, clients, customers, and employees up for success.

last updated 36 week of 2026