2026 Software Engineer Program - Full-time - United States (February Start)

About the position

As a Software Engineer in the Software Engineer Program (SEP) at JPMorgan Chase, you will embark on a global two-year career development journey. This program is designed to equip you with essential technical and professional skills, enabling you to build strong networks and establish a successful career with us. You will have opportunities for job growth, accelerated career advancement, and career mobility. Our program begins with an in-depth induction that introduces you to our businesses, enhances your understanding of development methodologies, and sharpens your professional skills. You will dive head-first into creating innovative solutions that make a difference for our customers, clients, and employees.

Responsibilities

• Execute basic software solution, design, development, and technical troubleshooting
• Write secure and high-quality code using the syntax of at least one programming language with peer guidance
• Interpret architecture and design representations as well as nonfunctional requirements to develop secure, stable software against a defined architecture
• Apply automation to reduce manual toil in the Software Development Life Cycle
• Gather, analyze, and synthesize basic data sets to troubleshoot technical issues and generate insights for continuous improvements
• Breaks down routine technical tasks to troubleshoot and solve issues
• Work and share ideas, information and innovation with our team of technologists from all over the world
• Participate in our Force for Good program to build real-world sustainable technology solutions for social good organizations

Requirements

• Pursuing a B.A., B.S. or 5th year M.A. or M.S. with expected graduation between August 2025, and December 2025
• You should have graduated and be available to start full time employment in February 2026
• A well-rounded academic background
• Baseline knowledge of software, applications and technical processes within a given technical discipline (e.g., cloud, artificial intelligence, machine learning, mobile, etc.)
• Ability to work effectively in large, collaborative teams to achieve organizational goals, with a commitment to fostering an inclusive and innovative culture
• Foundational knowledge of programming languages (e.g., Python, React, JavaScript, Java, C++, C#), databases, data structures and algorithms
• Understanding of software skills including business analysis, development, maintenance, and software improvement
• Proficiency in developmental toolsets
• Basic knowledge of industry-wide technology trends and best practices
• Exposure to agile methodologies, including CI/CD, Application Resiliency, and Security

Nice-to-haves

• Computer Science and/or Engineering majors are preferred
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Exceptional problem-solving ability
• Exposure to cloud technologies
• Experience with relational databases