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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead Software Engineer - Java or Python - **Company:** JPMorgan Chase & Co. - **Location:** Jersey City, NJ, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $156,750.0 - $215,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Software Quality, Continuous Integration, Data as a Services, Data Structures, Distributed Systems, JSON, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, NoSQL, Object-Oriented Software Development, Scrum Methodology, Search Technologies, Software Engineering, Systems Architecture, Systems Integration, Data Processing, Data Storage Management, Enterprise Software Applications, Large Language Models, Spring-boot, Generative AI, Backend, Production Code, Machine Learning Operations, Restful APIs, GPT, Api Management - **Published:** September 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=10bc3875f319074c ## About the Role * Formal training or certification in Software Engineering concepts and 5+ years of applied experience. * Strong software engineering experience in Java and Spring Boot, including building and supporting production services. * Proficient in Python, including writing production-grade code and integrating with enterprise systems. * Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented design. * Solid understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle, CI/CD, application resiliency/observability, and security. * Experience building and consuming RESTful web services, working with JSON, and integrating across distributed systems. * Hands-on experience developing or integrating AI/ML solutions in production (model integration, orchestration, evaluation, or ML-powered features). * Familiarity with LLMs, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), and vector search concepts. Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills * Experience with relational and/or NoSQL databases for data storage and retrieval in software and AI/ML projects. * Experience designing and building enterprise-scale, high-volume data processing applications. * Knowledge of RESTful Web Services and JSON for integrating solutions. * Agile development experience with SCRUM or similar methodologies. * Experience with artificial intelligence and machine learning tools and frameworks in development. * Familiarity with agentic workflows and relevant frameworks (e.g., LangChain, LangGraph, CrewAI, Auto-GPT) is a plus. ## Description 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 JPMorgan Chase within the Corporate Technology, Corporate Oversight and Governance Technology team, you are an integral member of an agile team responsible for enhancing, building, and delivering trusted, market-leading technology products in a secure, stable, and scalable manner. In this core technical role, you lead the design and implementation of critical technology solutions across multiple technical domains and business functions, ensuring alignment with the firm's strategic objectives and promoting high-quality outcomes for stakeholders., * Design, develop, test, and support enterprise applications and services using Java, Spring Boot, and Python. * Build and maintain RESTful APIs and backend components, integrating with internal platforms and data services. * Deliver AI/ML-enabled features through the full development life cycle using Agile methodology (from discovery and prototyping to production rollout and monitoring). * Translate business requirements into software and AI/ML specifications, define milestones, and ensure timely delivery. * Write secure, high-quality production code (Java/Spring Boot and Python), applying best practices in code quality, testing, and maintainability. * Design, develop, and troubleshoot AI/ML solutions, applying creative problem-solving to technical challenges. * Produce architecture and design artifacts for complex applications, including service decomposition, API contracts, and integration patterns. * Analyze and visualize large, diverse data sets to drive continuous improvement of applications and systems. * Identify patterns and insights in data to improve coding hygiene, performance, reliability, and system architecture. * Contribute to software engineering communities of practice and explore new and emerging technologies (backend engineering and AI/ML). ## Related Videos - [Livecoding with AI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1201-livecoding-with-ai) - [Tips and Tricks for Working with JSON](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1229-tips-and-tricks-for-working-with-json) - [Leveraging Real time data in FSIs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/806-leveraging-real-time-data-in-fsis) - [Java Meets AI: Empowering Spring Developers to Build Intelligent Apps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1554-java-meets-ai-empowering-spring-developers-to-build-intelligent-apps) - [ Evaluating AI models for code comprehension](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1462-evaluating-ai-models-for-code-comprehension) - [Inside Bitpanda's Tech Stack: Scaling a European Fintech Leader - Markus Dorner](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1979-inside-bitpanda-s-tech-stack-scaling-a-european-fintech-leader-markus-dorner) ## Related Articles - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer) - [The Fastest-Growing Tech Sectors to Look Out for in 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/373-the-fastest-growing-tech-sectors-to-look-out-for-in-2025) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [How Much FAANG Companies Actually Pay Software Engineers in 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/230-how-much-faang-companies-actually-pay-software-engineers-in-2025) - [What Are Large Language Models?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/304-what-are-large-language-models) - [Are Software Engineer Wages Being Pushed Down? 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