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Principal Software Engineer - Engineering Tools & Productivity

Chase is a leading financial services firm, helping nearly half of America's households and small businesses achieve their financial goals through a broad range of financial products.
Wilmington, DE, USAColumbus, OH, USAJersey City, NJ, USA
$204,250 - $285,000
DevOps
Principal Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
10+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Finance

Job Description

Ready to shape the future of software development at scale? As a Principal Software Engineer at JPMorgan Chase within the Consumer Community Banking Engineering Tools & Productivity group, you'll lead the charge in optimizing the software delivery lifecycle for 15,000 engineers across Chase. You'll set best practices, build innovative tools, and integrate them into the global delivery pipeline.

This is a critical role where you'll be responsible for developing and maintaining the tools and platforms that power software development across one of the world's largest financial institutions. You'll work with cutting-edge technologies, focusing on platform engineering, cloud infrastructure, and developer productivity tools that impact thousands of engineers.

The role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, requiring expertise in:

  • Platform Engineering and Developer Tools
  • Cloud Infrastructure and Distributed Systems
  • CI/CD Pipeline Development and Optimization
  • Large-scale System Architecture
  • Best Practices Implementation

You'll be joining the Consumer & Community Banking division, which serves Chase customers through various financial services including personal banking, credit cards, mortgages, and more. Your work will directly impact the efficiency and effectiveness of software delivery across the organization.

The position offers competitive compensation ($204,250-$285,000) and comprehensive benefits including healthcare, 401k, education budget, and mental health support. Multiple locations are available including Wilmington, Columbus, Jersey City, and Palo Alto, allowing flexibility in where you can make your impact.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior technologist who wants to shape the future of software development practices at enterprise scale while working with some of the most advanced tools and technologies in the industry.

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Responsibilities For Principal Software Engineer - Engineering Tools & Productivity

  • Inspire software engineers across all levels and guide senior technology leaders to embrace strategic initiatives
  • Champion and uphold best practices for the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
  • Develop and seamlessly integrate tools into the firm's global enterprise toolchain
  • Conduct Proofs of Concept (PoCs) to assess and introduce innovative technologies
  • Propel engineering excellence and enhance the development experience for over 15,000 engineers
  • Cultivate and contribute to the technical community; spearhead knowledge management initiatives

Requirements For Principal Software Engineer - Engineering Tools & Productivity

Java
Go
Kubernetes
  • Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 10+ years applied experience
  • Programming: Proficiency in languages like Java, C++, or Go, with a strong focus on system-level development
  • Hands-on Platform Engineering: Strong experience in designing, building, and maintaining large-scale platforms
  • Cloud & Distributed Systems: Deep knowledge of cloud environments (AWS, GCP, Azure)
  • Scalability & Reliability: Experience in scaling platforms to support thousands of engineers
  • Cross-Team Collaboration: Ability to work across engineering teams
  • Experience in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, or related technical field

Benefits For Principal Software Engineer - Engineering Tools & Productivity

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Education Budget
Mental Health Assistance
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401k
  • Education Budget
  • Mental Health Assistance