Senior Front-End JavaScript Software Engineer
Location: United States
Workplace Type: Remote
overview
As a Senior Front-End JavaScript Software Engineer at Jack Henry, you’ll have the opportunity to drive innovation and build platforms that will help financial institutions innovate faster, differentiate strategically, and advocate for their members and communities. You’ll collaborate cross functionally with a diverse team of engineers, architects, leaders, product managers and customers to ensure we deliver high quality software that meets the needs of our users.
Our engineers manage cloud and/or on-prem solutions and are responsible for writing clean, maintainable code, implementing new features, resolving bugs, and fostering collaboration within the team. Successful engineers will have strong technical skills and effective grasp of software design principles, object-oriented programming concepts, and testing methodologies. Depending on the product group areas you contribute to, you'll have the opportunity to code in various modern languages and leverage cutting edge tools such as Scala, C#, Java, Ruby, Kotlin, Objective-C, Swift, Go, Docker, Kubernetes, Swagger/OpenAPI, Node.js, Redis, Postgres, Azure, Google Cloud (GCP) and more.
- Full Time
- Entry to Fellow
- 5% Travel
success profile
What makes a successful Senior Front-End JavaScript Software Engineer at Jack Henry? Check out the top traits we’re looking for and see if you have the right mix.
- Collaborative
- Problem Solver
- Technologically Savvy
- Inventive
- Communicator
- Team player
our culture
At Jack Henry, you'll find a collaborative and supportive environment where your ideas are valued, and your contributions are recognized. We empower our associates to make a real impact on the company and the industry. We offer a comprehensive training and development program to help you stay up-to-date on the latest technologies. We are proud to be a company that embraces diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
our benefits
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Generous 401(k) Plan Matching Contributions
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Healthcare
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Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
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Tuition Reimbursement
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Flexible Scheduling
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Culture of Balance
Senior Front-End JavaScript Software Engineer
At Jack Henry, we’re more than a technology company; we’re a force for good in financial services. We’re redefining how community banks and credit unions connect with the people they serve. Our mission is rooted in people-inspired innovation, empowering financial institutions to deliver seamless, secure, and human-centered experiences. We deliver cutting-edge solutions that are paving the way for the next generation of digital banking and payments, but our true impact begins with our associates. If you're ready to help transform an industry and grow with a company that values purpose, collaboration, and excellence, then we’d love to meet you.
The Jack Henry Digital UI team develops world class web-based banking systems for financial institutions and their customers across the country. We listen to the desires and requests of our customers to find the most professional and efficient solution. As a Front-End Senior Software Engineer for the Jack Henry Digital UI team, you will work on a cross functional/disciplined team supporting our Jack Henry Digital applications. Our team is highly distributed, meaning you will work with kind, talented engineers from across various locations within the US. You’ll get the chance to contribute to products that are used by millions of people.
This position can be based to work out of any Jack Henry office or remotely from any US location with the exception of California. May require occasional travel, up to 5% for meetings, trainings, or conferences. All positions, regardless of location, may require an onsite interview or in-person onboarding requirement to verify your identity.
This position is ineligible for immigration sponsorship and support. Please do not apply if at any time you will need immigration support now or in the future (i.e., H-1B, STEM OPT Training Plans, etc.).
What you’ll be responsible for:
- Develop Jack Henry Digital Banking web product features using software engineering best practices as well as company engineering standards.
- Review code written by peers and provide feedback ensuring best practices are followed throughout the team.
- Take lead on new feature development.
- Display foresight when planning and coordinating projects such that the work can be broken into smaller pieces for the rest of the team.
- Apply knowledge of reliability, scaling, quality, and performance during development.
- Actively advocate for coding standards and best practices across the team.
- Provide regular mentorship, including one-on-one pairing and code walk-throughs for your team.
- Represent your team throughout the technical decision-making process (e.g. discovery meetings).
- Consistently debug release pipeline and production service issues.
- May perform other job duties as assigned.
What you’ll need to have:
- Minimum 6 years of experience in software engineering, with at least 3 years of JavaScript or TypeScript programming experience.
- Strong understanding and demonstrated experience in developing responsive web apps.
- Ability to participate in an on-call rotation.
What would be nice for you to have:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science.
- Proficiency with Web Components.
- Familiarity with Polymer or Lit.
- Solid understanding of security, API design, design patterns, and browser environment.
- Experience with front-end build systems such as webpack or rollup.
- Experience with Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) systems.
- Experience tracing a request through the network stack.
- Experience with SSOs, Plugins, or APIs.
- Experience implementing OAuth2/OpenID Connect.
- Experience supporting an application in production.
If you got this far, we hope you're feeling excited about this opportunity. Even if you don't feel you meet every single requirement on this posting, we still encourage you to apply. We’re looking for passionate, driven individuals who align with our mission and can bring unique perspectives to our team.
Why Jack Henry?
At Jack Henry, we live by the motto: “Do the right thing, do whatever it takes, and have fun.” It’s more than a tagline, it’s the foundation of our culture. We recognize that our associates are the key to our success, and we’re deeply committed to their wellbeing. That’s why we offer comprehensive benefits designed to support your physical, mental, and financial health so you can thrive both personally and professionally.
We’re also leading the way in technology modernization, helping financial institutions evolve with speed, security, and flexibility. Our strategy focuses on delivering secure data access, mitigating fraud, and enabling seamless integration. Empowering our teams to build innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of accountholders.
Culture of Commitment
Ask our associates why they love Jack Henry, and many will tell you it is because our culture is exceptional. We do great things together. Our culture empowers us to rise to challenges, seek new opportunities, and support one another through change. It’s this shared commitment that drives our success. We’re proud to foster an environment where inclusion, sustainability, and community impact are more than values, they’re how we operate. Visit our Corporate Sustainability site to learn more about our culture and commitment to our people, customers, community, environment, and shareholders.
Equal Employment Opportunity
At Jack Henry, we know we are better together. We value, respect, and protect the uniqueness each of us brings. Innovation flourishes by including all voices and makes our business - and our society - stronger. Jack Henry is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to providing equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including selection, hiring, performance management, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, education, training, social, and recreational activities to all persons regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, genetic information, pregnancy, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, and military and veteran status, or any other protected status protected by local, state or federal law.
No one will be subject to, and Jack Henry prohibits, any form of discipline, reprisal, intimidation, or retaliation for good faith reports or complaints of discrimination of any kind, pursuing any discrimination claim, or cooperating in related investigations.
Requests for full corporate job descriptions may be requested through the interview process at any time.
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Learn MoreAt Jack Henry, I’m excited to part of an inclusive culture where my work is crucial to our success. It’s exhilarating to contribute to a company that values innovation and sees my efforts as integral to its achievements. I’m proud to be part of a team where every day brings new opportunities to excel. The opportunity to network within the company has led to friendships and mentorships that are more than just professional ties—they’re lifelong bonds that enrich my career and personal growth.
career path
The career path depicted for the Software Engineer role at Jack Henry is intended as a potential roadmap, not a fixed journey, highlighting the diverse opportunities for growth and advancement within our company. It's a flexible guide, meant to inspire exploration and development in various directions based on your individual strengths and interests. We encourage open dialogue about your career aspirations, ensuring that your journey with us is tailored to your personal and professional growth.
- Engineer I
- Engineer II
- Engineer III
- Sr. Engineer
- Staff Engineer
- Sr. Staff Engineer
- Fellow Engineer
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