Lead Software Engineer - Python, React Full stack

JPMorgan Chase
Plano, TX
On-site

Who this role is best for

Best suited to full-stack engineers with AI-assisted development experience working in financial technology.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with 5+ years of full-stack development experience and AI-assisted tool expertise
    — “5+ years applied experience”
  • Individuals who have led AI-assisted engineering practices and promoted code reuse
    — “Drives team adoption of enterprise-authorized AI-assisted engineering practices”

Things to consider

  • The role requires a strong understanding of responsible AI use in engineering workflows
    — “Strong understanding of responsible AI use in engineering workflows”
  • Candidates must be comfortable with agile methodologies and cloud-native systems
    — “Advanced understanding of agile methodologies such as CI/CD, Application Resiliency, and Security”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with AI-assisted code review and test strategy acceleration
    — “AI-assisted code review/refactoring, test strategy acceleration”
  • Demonstrate leadership in promoting secure coding and automated testing standards
    — “Establishing consistent validation standards (secure coding, peer review, automated testing)”
  • Showcase expertise in building and integrating microservices with event-driven design
    — “In-depth knowledge of creating microservices, integrating with other systems via API, applying event-driven approach to solutions”
  • Emphasize practical cloud-native experience and collaboration with external stakeholders
    — “Strong track record of partnering with both internal teams and external stakeholders to deliver outcomes”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • deliver trusted market-leading technology products
  • enhance, build, and deliver technology solutions
Typical background
software engineering experienceformal training in software engineering

Skills & requirements

Required

PythonReactDjangoFastapiAgile MethodologiesCloud Native ExperienceMicroservicesAPI IntegrationEvent-driven Architecture

Preferred

Ai-assisted Engineering PracticesResponsible AI Use

Stack & domain

PythonReactDjangoFastapi

About the role

Original posting from JPMorgan Chase

We have an opportunity to impact your career and provide an adventure where you can push the limits of what's possible. 

As a Lead Software Engineer at JPMorganChase within the Infrastructure Platforms Network Automation, you are an integral part of an agile team that works to enhance, build, and deliver trusted market-leading technology products in a secure, stable, and scalable way. As a core technical contributor, you are responsible for conducting critical technology solutions across multiple technical areas within various business functions in support of the firm’s business objectives. 

Job responsibilitiesExecutes creative software solutions, design, development, and technical troubleshooting with ability to think beyond routine or conventional approaches to build solutions or breakdown technical problemsDevelops secure and high-quality production code, and reviews and debugs code written by othersDrives team adoption of enterprise-authorized AI-assisted engineering practices within the work environment to improve code quality, delivery speed, and operational outcomes (e.g., AI-assisted code review/refactoring, test strategy acceleration, incident/root-cause analysis support), while establishing consistent validation standards (secure coding, peer review, automated testing) and promoting reuse of effective patterns across the team.Applies knowledge of tools within the Software Development Life Cycle toolchain, including enterprise-authorized AI-assisted development and automation capabilities, to improve the value realized by automation.Identifies opportunities to eliminate or automate remediation of recurring issues to improve overall operational stability of software applications and systemsLeads evaluation sessions with external vendors, startups, and internal teams to drive outcomes-oriented probing of architectural designs, technical credentials, and applicability for use within existing systems and information architectureRequired qualifications, capabilities, and skillsFormal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 5+ years applied experienceHands-on practical experience delivering system design, application development, testing, and operational stabilityAdvanced in one or more programming language(s): Python, ReactJS, etcAdvanced in one or more frameworks language(s): Django, FastAPI, etc  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 practicesProficient in all aspects of the Software Development Life CycleAdvanced understanding of agile methodologies such as CI/CD, Application Resiliency, and SecurityIn-depth knowledge of creating microservices, integrating with other systems via API, applying event-driven approach to solutionsPractical cloud native experienceStrong track record of partnering with both internal teams and external stakeholders to deliver outcomesDemonstrates strong ownership and accountability; delivers results efficiently while prioritizing long-term sustainability and integrityPreferred qualifications, capabilities, and skillsFamiliarity with modern front-end and back-end technologiesExposure to leveraging AI in day-to-day engineering and development tasksExposure to cloud technologiesExposure to working with Big DataNetwork Automation exposure

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

Source: JPMorgan Chase careers

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