Lead Software Engineer - ServiceNow

Lead Software Engineer - ServiceNow

San Francisco, CA, United States

Job Information

• Job Identification 210800581

• Job Category Software Engineering

• Business Unit Corporate Sector

• Posting Date 11/06/2026, 07:45 PM

• Locations 151 Warriors Way Ste 100, San Francisco, CA, 94158, US

• Job Schedule Full time

• Base Pay/Salary San Francisco,CA $147,250.00-$200,000.00

Job Description

We have an opportunity to impact your career and provide an adventure where you can push the limits of what's possible.

As a Lead Software Engineer at JPMorganChase within the Infrastructure Platform ServiceNow IT Service Management , you are an integral part of an agile team that works to enhance, build, and deliver trusted market-leading technology products in a secure, stable, and scalable way. As a core technical contributor, you are responsible for conducting critical technology solutions across multiple technical areas within various business functions in support of the firm’s business objectives.

Job responsibilities

• Provide oversight, and coaching for a team of entry-level to mid-level software engineers that work on basic to moderately complex tasks

• Be accountable for decisions that influence teams’ execution and implementation of processes and procedures

• Collaborate with the Business Analysis team for producing estimates and agile delivery plans, stakeholders etc.

• Identify and mitigates issues to execute a book of work while escalating issues as necessary

• Design, code, test, and deliver software leveraging firm-wide frameworks and best practices for the ServiceNow platform.

• Follow and enhance the scrum practices for continuous team processes improvement

• Drives team adoption of enterprise-authorized AI-assisted engineering practices within the work environment to improve code quality, delivery speed, and operational outcomes (e.g., AI-assisted code review/refactoring, test strategy acceleration, incident/root-cause analysis support), while establishing consistent validation standards (secure coding, peer review, automated testing) and promoting reuse of effective patterns across the team.

• Applies knowledge of tools within the Software Development Life Cycle toolchain, including enterprise-authorized AI-assisted development and automation capabilities, to improve the value realized by automation.

• Applies knowledge of tools within the Software Development Life Cycle toolchain, including enterprise-authorized AI-assisted development and automation capabilities, to improve the value realized by automation.

• Identifies opportunities to eliminate or automate remediation of recurring issues to improve overall operational stability of software applications and systems

• Leads evaluation sessions with external vendors, startups, and internal teams to drive outcomes-oriented probing of architectural designs, technical credentials, and applicability for use within existing systems and information architecture

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 5+ years applied experience

• Significant software development experience with proven ServiceNow architect/team lead responsibilities.

• Demonstrated experience leading effective use of approved AI-assisted software development tools (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 engineers on safe, compliant adoption within delivery practices

• ServiceNow certifications: CSA, CAD, CIS–ITSM.

• Ability to translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions.

• Experience leading teams of technologists and driving strategic initiatives. Hiring, developing, mentoring, and recognizing talent.

• Strong understanding of SDLC and ITIL practices.

• Expertise in resource allocation and project planning to deliver within timelines.

• Deep knowledge of ServiceNow architecture, data/security models, and application framework; strong integrations and authentication patterns.

• Proficiency in performance optimization (scripts, indexing, queries, tuning), Performance Analytics (KPIs, reporting), and JavaScript/AngularJS for reusable, testable components; committed to continuous learning.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Familiarity with modern front-end technologies

• Exposure to cloud technologies

• Experience implementing the Service Portal on ServiceNow (preferred).

• Demonstrates strong understanding of ServiceNow platform and PaaS model with relevance to ServiceNow integration solutions.

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 (https://careers.jpmorgan.com/us/en/how-we-hire/faqs) for more information about requesting an accommodation.

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans

About the Team

Our professionals in our 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.