Software Engineer III - React

Location: OH, United States

Job Family: Software Engineering

About the Role

At JP Morgan Chase, we are at the forefront of financial innovation, powering everything from global payments to sophisticated investment tools. As a Software Engineer III - React in our Columbus, Ohio team, you will play a pivotal role in designing and delivering market-leading technology products that are secure, scalable, and resilient. Joining a seasoned software engineering team, you will focus on building intuitive, high-performance front-end applications using React.js to enhance client experiences in wealth management, corporate banking, and trading platforms. Your work will directly impact how millions of customers interact with our services, ensuring seamless digital experiences amid the complexities of the financial services industry. In this role, you will collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and backend engineers to translate business requirements into robust technical solutions. You will architect React components that integrate with our enterprise APIs, handle real-time data feeds for market analytics, and adhere to stringent security protocols to protect sensitive financial data. Opportunities abound to innovate with emerging technologies while maintaining compliance with regulations such as PCI-DSS and SEC guidelines. Our agile environment encourages continuous improvement, where your expertise in code optimization and performance tuning will drive efficiency in high-stakes applications processing billions in transactions daily. We value engineers who thrive in dynamic teams and are passionate about leveraging technology to solve real-world financial challenges. This position offers exposure to cutting-edge projects at one of the world's largest financial institutions, with ample opportunities for career growth through mentorship, training, and leadership pathways. If you are ready to contribute to JP Morgan Chase's mission of enabling the future of finance, apply today and help shape the digital banking landscape from our Ohio hub.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain high-performance React-based user interfaces for JP Morgan Chase's financial applications
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, scalable technology solutions that support banking and investment services
• Implement best practices for code quality, including unit testing, code reviews, and CI/CD pipelines
• Integrate front-end applications with backend services, APIs, and data sources in a microservices architecture
• Ensure compliance with financial industry standards for data security and regulatory reporting
• Troubleshoot and optimize application performance to handle high-volume trading and transaction data
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team knowledge sharing on React and emerging technologies
• Participate in agile ceremonies, including sprint planning and retrospectives, to drive iterative product improvements
• Analyze user requirements and translate them into technical specifications for market-leading financial products

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• 5+ years of professional software engineering experience
• Strong proficiency in React.js and modern JavaScript frameworks
• Experience building scalable web applications in a financial services environment
• Knowledge of secure coding practices and compliance with financial regulations like GDPR and SOX
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate in agile teams within large-scale organizations

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Computer Science or related discipline
• Experience with financial technologies such as trading platforms or risk management systems
• Familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS or Azure in a regulated industry
• Contributions to open-source projects or patents in software development
• Previous work at a major financial institution

Required Skills

• React.js and JavaScript (ES6+)
• HTML5, CSS3, and responsive design principles
• State management libraries like Redux or MobX
• RESTful APIs and GraphQL integration
• Version control with Git and collaborative tools like GitHub
• Agile methodologies and Scrum frameworks
• Secure coding and vulnerability assessment
• Problem-solving and debugging complex applications
• Communication and teamwork in cross-functional environments
• Financial domain knowledge (e.g., banking, trading systems)
• Unit testing frameworks like Jest or Enzyme
• Build tools such as Webpack or Vite
• Cloud computing basics (AWS, Azure)
• Adaptability to fast-paced, regulated environments
• Attention to detail for compliance and accuracy

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and performance-based annual bonuses
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with generous company matching
• Paid time off including vacation, sick days, and parental leave
• Professional development programs and tuition reimbursement for advanced certifications
• Employee stock purchase plan and financial wellness resources
• On-site fitness centers and wellness programs at select locations
• Flexible work arrangements including hybrid options in Ohio

JP Morgan Chase is an equal opportunity employer.