Software Engineer II - Java Spring Boot & Automation Developer

Job Description
You're ready to gain the skills and experience needed to grow within your role and advance your career - and we have the perfect software engineering opportunity for you.
As a Software Engineer II at JPMorgan Chase within the Commercial and Investment Bank, you are part of an agile team that works to enhance, design, and deliver the software components of the firm's state-of-the-art technology products in a secure, stable, and scalable way. As an emerging member of a software engineering team, you will play a critical role in automating testing, improving test coverage, and validating the performance, security, and reliability of both frontend and backend code before deployment. You will collaborate with developers, QA engineers, and product owners to ensure seamless, high-quality software delivery, while gaining the skills and experience needed to grow within your role.
Job responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Java microservices using Sprint Boot, ensuring high code quality and reliable functionality
• Develop and maintain React (TypeScript/JavaScript) micro frontends, ensuring code quality and functionality are rigorously tested
• Take ownership of the quality engineering process across both the frontend and backend, ensuring tests are automated, comprehensive, and efficient
• Executes standard software solutions, design, development, and technical troubleshooting
• Writes secure and high-quality code using the syntax of at least one programming language with limited guidance
• Design, implement, and maintain automated unit tests, integration tests, and end-to-end tests for both frontend and backend code using tools like Junit, Jest, Cypress and Selenium
• Perform code reviews with a focus on improving code quality, testability, and maintainability
• Actively contribute to improving testing frameworks, testing strategies, and best practices to ensure optimal quality, and contribute to the creation of comprehensive test plans and documentation to ensure clear communication around software quality expectations
• Applies knowledge of tools within the Software Development Life Cycle toolchain to improve the value realized by automation
• Learns and applies system processes, methodologies, and skills for the development of secure, stable code and systems
• Add to team culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 2+ years of applied experience
• Solid experience with setting up and maintaining test automation frameworks such as, Junit, Cypress, Selenium, Jest, or Mocha for both backend and frontend components)
• Familiarity with or experience in Test-Driven Development and writing tests before code is implemented
• Experience with performance and load testing using tools like JMeter, Gatling, and/or LoadRunner to ensure scalability and responsiveness of the application
• Working knowledge of Java and Spring Boot for building and testing microservices and RESTful APIs
• Working knowledge of React (JavaScript and/or TypeScript), or other front-end frameworks, to build and test responsive and dynamic user experiences
• Emerging knowledge of software applications and technical processes within a technical discipline (e.g., cloud, artificial intelligence, machine learning, mobile, etc.)
• Hands-on practical experience in system design, application development, testing, and operational stability
• Experience in developing, debugging, and maintaining code in a large corporate environment with one or more modern programming languages and database querying languages

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Familiarity with modern front-end technologies and design patterns such as micro frontends
• Exposure to cloud technologies
• Experience using AI tools to discover and implement appropriate tests
• AWS Certification(s) (Associate or above)

FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE ACT:
This position is subject to Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act. As such, an employment offer for this position is contingent on JPMorganChase's review of criminal conviction history, including pretrial diversions or program entries.
About Us
JPMorganChase, 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.
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.
We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.
JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans
About the Team
J.P. Morgan's Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.