Lead Software Engineer - Python

JPMorgan Chase & Co. • Jersey City, NJ

11h

About The Position

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 - Python at JPMorganChase within the Corporate Sector, 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.

Requirements

• Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 5+ years applied experience
• Hands-on practical experience delivering system design, application development, testing, and operational stability
• Advanced in one or more programming language(s) including Python, RabbitMQ, Cockerroach, React, Django, FastAPI, Flask, Django, and AWS
• Experience in system design, application development, testing, and operational stability
• Proficiency in automation and continuous delivery methods
• Proficient in all aspects of the Software Development Life Cycle
• Advanced understanding of agile methodologies such as CI/CD, Application Resiliency, and Security
• Demonstrated proficiency in software applications and technical processes within a technical discipline (e.g., cloud, artificial intelligence, machine learning, mobile, etc.)
• In-depth knowledge of the financial services industry and their IT systems
• Practical cloud native experience

Nice To Haves

• Modern emerging technologies
• Familiarity with infrastructure technologies, storage systems, or related domains

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement software solutions to address complex business and technical challenges within the storage product domain.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, architect solutions, and deliver products that meet customer needs and business objectives.
• Develop secure, high-quality production code and participate in code reviews, debugging, and troubleshooting to ensure adherence to coding standards.
• Identify opportunities to automate and remediate recurring issues to improve operational stability and efficiency.
• Manage the full software development lifecycle (SDLC), including requirements analysis, design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance.
• Evaluate and integrate new technologies, tools, and frameworks to enhance system performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Lead technical sessions with internal teams and external vendors to assess architectural designs and technical solutions for integration.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of learning, growth, and technical excellence.
• Stay informed about the latest advancements in software engineering, programming languages, and infrastructure technologies.
• Champion agile methodologies and practices, driving continuous improvement and innovation across the team.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed