Jobs · Information Technology · New Jersey

Senior Lead Software Engineer- Front end and React

JPMorganChase · Jersey City, NJ · 1 wk ago
On-siteInformation TechnologyFull-time

About the role

Be an integral part of an agile team that's constantly pushing the envelope to enhance, build, and deliver top-notch technology products. As a Senior Lead Software Engineer within the Corporate Sector, Vendor Management Office Engineering team at JPMorgan Chase, you will have a pivotal role in leading a high-performing team, promoting the design and delivery of modern, scalable, and reusable user interfaces for enterprise-wide applications. Drive significant business impact through your capabilities and contributions, applying deep technical expertise and problem-solving methodologies to tackle a diverse array of challenges spanning multiple technologies and applications.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design, development, and delivery of modern, responsive, and visually appealing user interfaces using React and TypeScript.
  • Architect and implement micro-frontend solutions, ensuring modularity, scalability, and maintainability across applications.
  • Build and maintain a library of reusable UI components, driving consistency and efficiency across projects.
  • Collaborate closely with UX/UI designers and product owners to translate wireframes and user requirements into high-quality, production-ready code.
  • Rapidly prototype new features and concepts to gather user feedback and iterate before full-scale development.
  • Mentor and coach junior UI developers, fostering a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning.
  • Review and debug code, ensuring adherence to best practices in code quality, accessibility, and performance.
  • Stay current with emerging UI technologies and industry trends, championing their adoption within the team.
  • Work collaboratively with backend and DevOps teams to ensure seamless integration and deployment of UI solutions.
  • Drive adoption and governance of approved AI-assisted engineering practices across teams to improve code quality, delivery speed, and operational outcomes (e.g., AI-assisted code review/refactoring, test acceleration, release readiness, incident/root-cause analysis). Establish measurable validation standards (secure coding, peer review, automated testing) and promote reuse of proven patterns and automation within the SDLC/TLM toolchain.
  • Apply knowledge of tools within the Software Development Life Cycle toolchain, including approved AI-assisted development and automation capabilities, to improve the value realized by automation at scale.

Requirements

  • Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 8+ years of applied experience.
  • 8+ years of hands-on UI development experience, with at least 3 years in a technical leadership or lead developer role.
  • Deep expertise in React, TypeScript, JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, and CSS3.
  • Proven experience architecting and implementing micro-frontend solutions.
  • Strong track record of building and maintaining reusable UI component libraries.
  • Demonstrated ability to create rapid prototypes and iterate based on user feedback.
  • Experience with modern design systems (e.g., Material UI, Ant Design) and CSS frameworks.
  • Solid understanding of UI/UX principles, accessibility, and responsive design.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to mentor and inspire junior developers.
  • Demonstrated experience leading effective use of enterprise-authorized AI-assisted software development tools within the work environment (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 senior engineers/leads on compliant usage patterns and controls.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure).
  • Familiarity with RESTful APIs and microservices architecture.
  • Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
  • Working knowledge of Java-SpringBoot.
  • Experience with automated testing frameworks for UI (e.g., Jest, React Testing Library).

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. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

About Us

JPMorgan Chase, 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.

About The Team

Our professionals in 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.

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