Lead Software Engineer - Mainframe & Java

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

• We require formal training or certification in software engineering concepts, along with 5+ years of practical experience.
• We need hands-on experience delivering system design, application development, testing, and operational stability.
• We are looking for advanced Java expertise, with strong experience integrating distributed applications with z/OS mainframe capabilities such as batch/JCL, CICS/IMS, MQ, DB2, datasets, and USS, where applicable.
• We expect proven experience supporting enterprise platforms through system design, development, testing, and production support.
• We need demonstrated proficiency in automation and continuous delivery, including building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines for distributed and mainframe components where relevant.
• We value experience leading the responsible use of approved AI-assisted software development tools, with the ability to set expectations for validating AI output for correctness, performance, and security.
• We require a strong understanding of responsible AI use in engineering workflows, including data sensitivity, secure handling of inputs and outputs, and resiliency and security expectations.
• We need proficiency across all stages of the Software Development Life Cycle.
• We expect advanced knowledge of agile engineering practices, including CI/CD, application resiliency patterns, and secure engineering principles.
• We require in-depth knowledge of the financial services industry and its IT systems.
• We prefer practical cloud-native experience.
• Prior experience working on Agile teams is preferred.
• Exposure to cloud technologies is preferred.

• We execute inventive software solutions, including design, development, and technical troubleshooting, using approaches that go beyond routine methods to solve complex problems.
• We design, develop, and troubleshoot end-to-end solutions across z/OS mainframe and Java-based platforms.
• We build, maintain, and improve secure, high-quality production code, perform code reviews, and resolve issues in code written by others.
• We identify and advance automation and observability improvements to reduce recurring issues and strengthen operational stability across applications and platforms.
• We drive adoption of enterprise-authorized AI-assisted engineering practices to improve code quality, delivery speed, and operational outcomes, while promoting consistent validation standards and reusable patterns.
• We apply knowledge of SDLC tools, including approved AI-assisted development and automation capabilities, to increase the value delivered by automation.
• 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 and contribute to software engineering communities of practice, encouraging engineering excellence and the adoption of emerging technologies.
• We foster an inclusive and respectful team culture that supports diversity, opportunity, and collaboration.

• AI
• CI/CD
• Cloud
• Support
• Java
• Security

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We are collaborating with hackajob to connect with exceptional professionals for this Lead Software Engineer opportunity within JPMorganChases Consumer and Community Banking JPM Wealth Management team. We offer the chance to help build trusted, market-leading technology products in a secure, stable, and scalable way while working as part of an agile team. Chase is a leading financial services firm serving nearly half of Americas households and small businesses, helping customers achieve their financial goals through a broad range of financial products. We provide a competitive total rewards package, with base pay determined by role, experience, skill set, and location, and eligible roles may include commission and discretionary incentive compensation. We also offer benefits and programs such as comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, retirement savings, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching, and more, subject to eligibility. We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity, and we make reasonable accommodations for religious practices, beliefs, and mental or physical disability needs. Our Consumer & Community Banking division serves Chase customers with personal banking, credit cards, mortgages, auto financing, investment advice, small business loans, and payment processing, and we are proud to lead the U.S. in credit card sales and deposit growth while delivering highly used digital solutions and strong customer satisfaction.

last updated 40 week of 2026