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A big, restrictive workplace

Sr. Lead Software Engineer
Former Employee
Worked at JPMorgan Chase for 2 years
November 5, 2025
San Francisco, California
3.0
Positive OutlookApproves of CEO
Pros

The bank's IT department uses all kinds of software products. They are embracing new technologies and moving towards the public cloud. Your technical skills learned at JPMC will be marketable.

Cons

Being in the banking industry means security is vitally important, so you are restricted to do what you are approved to do.

Everyone needs an approval ticket or a role/permission setup beforehand.

It is a very rigid and slow-moving environment where someone could feel stifled.

You won't be able to do any exploratory things at work as you could in a more relaxed company, say a startup.

Advice to Management

Consolidate on the technology stack so that only a few core technical skills cover the majority of IT needs.

Additional Ratings

Work/Life Balance
3.0
Culture and Values
3.0
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
3.0
Career Opportunities
3.0
Compensation and Benefits
3.0
Senior Management
3.0

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