Lead Software Engineer - Python

JPMorganChase is seeking a Lead Software Engineer in Columbus, Ohio to join the Infrastructure Platforms (IP) team. This onsite role centers on shaping secure, scalable software across multiple business functions, guiding AI-assisted engineering practices, production code development, and initiatives that enhance operational stability.

Responsibilities

• Develops innovative software solutions, designs and implements features, and troubleshoots complex technical problems with an ability to apply unconventional approaches when needed.
• Produces secure, high-quality production code and participates in code reviews and debugging of peers’ work.
• Identifies opportunities to automate recurring remediation tasks to improve the overall stability of software applications and systems.
• Leads adoption of enterprise‑authorized AI‑assisted engineering practices to boost code quality, delivery speed, and operational outcomes, while establishing validation standards and promoting reuse of effective patterns across the team.
• Leverages the Software Development Life Cycle toolchain, including AI-enabled development and automation capabilities, to maximize the value of automation.
• Guides evaluation sessions with external vendors, startups, and internal teams to assess architectural designs, credentials, and applicability within existing systems and information architecture.
• Leads communities of practice across Software Engineering to drive awareness and adoption of new technologies.
• Contributes to a team culture rooted in diversity, inclusion, opportunity, and respect.

Requirements

• Formal training or certification in software engineering concepts with 5+ years of applied experience.
• Strong experience with Python, Django, JavaScript, and SQL.
• Proven track record leading effective use of approved AI-assisted software development tools, with the ability to set team expectations for validating AI outputs for correctness, performance, and security.
• Solid understanding of responsible AI use in engineering workflows, including data sensitivity, secure handling of inputs/outputs, and adherence to resiliency and security expectations; experience coaching engineers on safe, compliant adoption.
• Hands-on experience delivering 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 pipelines, 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 its IT systems.
• Practical cloud-native experience.

Technologies

• Python
• Django
• JavaScript
• SQL
• Tableau
• Alteryx

Benefits

• Base salary
• Commission-based pay
• Discretionary incentive compensation
• Cash and/or forfeitable equity
• Comprehensive health care coverage
• On-site health and wellness centers
• Retirement savings plan
• Backup childcare
• Tuition reimbursement
• Mental health support
• Financial coaching