Job
Description
JLL supports the Whole You, personally and professionally.
Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology to our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people in our industry; and we support them through professional growth, flexibility, and personalized benefits to manage life in and outside of work. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades, and technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, we empower you to shape a brighter way forward so you can thrive professionally and personally.
JLL is seeking a talented and motivated Senior Software Engineer to join our Workplace Digital Technology (WDT) team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining scalable software solutions that support JLL's digital workplace platforms. You will work closely with product owners, architects, and cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality features while contributing to long-term code health and technical excellence. As a senior member of the team, you will also provide technical leadership, mentor junior engineers, and drive architectural decisions that shape our platform's future.
Key Responsibilities
Software Development & Architecture
Design and develop full-stack applications using modern web technologies and cloud-native architectures
Lead technical design discussions and make architectural decisions for complex features and systems
Write clean, testable, and maintainable code with comprehensive unit, integration, and end-to-end tests
Establish and enforce coding standards, design patterns, and best practices across the team
Collaboration & Leadership
Collaborate with product and design teams to translate business requirements into robust technical solutions
Mentor and guide junior engineers through code reviews, pair programming, and knowledge sharing
Participate actively in agile ceremonies (sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives) and drive continuous improvement initiatives
Champion "shift-left" quality practices by embedding testing early in the development lifecycle
Operations & Quality
Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve complex production issues in a timely manner
Drive operational excellence through monitoring, observability, and proactive system health management
Contribute to comprehensive technical documentation and knowledge sharing within the engineering team
Ensure adherence to JLL's security, compliance, and operational standards
Innovation & Improvement
Evaluate and recommend new technologies, tools, and frameworks that enhance team productivity
Lead technical initiatives that improve system performance, scalability, and maintainability
Foster a culture of innovation and continuous learning within the engineering team
Required Qualifications
Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
5–8 years of professional software development experience with demonstrated technical leadership
Technical Skills
Expertise in at least one backend language (C#, Node.js, Python, Java) and one modern frontend framework (Angular, React, Next.js, Vue.js)
Strong experience designing and implementing RESTful APIs, microservices architectures, and event-driven systems
Proficiency with relational databases (SQL Server, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Cosmos DB)
Hands-on experience with Databricks platform including Python, PySpark, Spark SQL, and building scalable data pipelines
Advanced Power BI development skills including DAX, Power Query, custom visualizations, and embedded dashboard creation
Deep understanding of CI/CD pipelines, version control systems (Git), and DevOps practices
Strong experience with cloud platforms (Azure preferred) including infrastructure as code, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and serverless architectures
Experience integrating AI agents and AI/ML capabilities into production applications
Soft Skills & Work Style
Proven ability to lead technical initiatives and mentor junior team members
Excellent problem-solving skills with a systematic approach to debugging and root cause analysis
Strong communication skills with ability to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, distributed team environment across multiple time zones
Demonstrated attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality, production-ready code
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with test-driven development (TDD) and behavior-driven development (BDD)
Familiarity with Azure services such as Azure Functions, App Services, Service Bus, Event Grid, and Azure AI services
Knowledge of security best practices including authentication, authorization, data encryption, and vulnerability management
Experience with performance optimization, scalability patterns, and system observability tools
Contributions to open-source projects or active participation in technical communities
Understanding of commercial real estate, facility management, or workplace experience domains
Why Join JLL?
Be part of a global leader in real estate and facility services with a strong digital transformation agenda
Work on impactful products that shape the future of workplace experience
Collaborate with diverse, international teams across time zones
Access to professional development, mentorship, and career growth opportunities
If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements below. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!
Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:
JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health.
About JLL –
We’re JLL—a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We have operations in over 80 countries and a workforce of over 102,000 individuals around the world who help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. As a global Fortune 500 company, we also have an inherent responsibility to drive sustainability and corporate social responsibility. That’s why we’re committed to our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world. We’re using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people, and our communities.
Our core values of teamwork, ethics and excellence are also fundamental to everything we do and we’re honored to be recognized with awards for our success by organizations both globally and locally.
Creating a diverse and inclusive culture where we all feel welcomed, valued and empowered to achieve our full potential is important to who we are today and where we’re headed in the future. And we know that unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives help us think bigger, spark innovation and succeed together.
