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Lead Software Engineer

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Hybrid
Chicago, IL, USA
Senior level
Hybrid
Chicago, IL, USA
Senior level
Leads software engineering efforts by providing technical direction, developing and reviewing secure production code, influencing system design and technology decisions, and serving as a subject matter expert. Builds and operates 24x7 tier-one online services while contributing to engineering standards, open-source data technologies, operational stability, and an inclusive team culture.
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Job responsibilities
 

  • Regularly provides technical guidance and direction to support the business and its technical teams, contractors, and vendors
     
  • Develops secure and high-quality production code, and reviews and debugs code written by others
     
  • Drives decisions that influence the product design, application functionality, and technical operations and processes
     
  • Serves as a function-wide subject matter expert in one or more areas of focus
     
  • Actively contributes to the engineering community as an advocate of firmwide frameworks, tools, and practices of the Software  Development Life Cycle
     
  • Influences peers and project decision-makers to consider the use and application of leading-edge technologies
     
  • Adds to the team culture of diversity, opportunity, inclusion, and respect
     
  • Build and operate 24x7, tier‑1 online services
    Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

  • Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 5+ years applied experience
     
  • Strong core engineering skills: hands‑on coding and system design for modern enterprise systems. 
     
  • Proficiency in one or more of the following languages: Rust, Java, Go, C++
     
  • Proven track record building and operating 24x7, tier‑1 online services.  
     
  • Hands-on practical experience delivering system design, application development, testing, and operational stability
     
  • Ability to tackle design and functionality problems independently with little to no oversight
     
  • Familiarity with open‑source projects in the OLAP/data stack: Apache DataFusion, DuckDB, Apache Arrow Flight SQL.
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 TeamOur professionals in our Corporate Functions cover a diverse range of areas from finance and risk to human resources and marketing. Our corporate teams are an essential part of our company, ensuring that we’re setting our businesses, clients, customers and employees up for success.

JPMorganChase Chicago, Illinois, USA Office

Chicago, IL, United States

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