Lead Software Engineer- Python / Big Data / AWS/ ETL Pipelines

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 Corporate Sector, Corporate Technology, 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

• Executes creative software solutions, design, development, and technical troubleshooting with ability to think beyond routine or conventional approaches to build solutions or break down technical problems
• Develops secure high-quality production code, and reviews and debugs code written by others
• Defines and drives the technology roadmap, focusing on next-generation data, analytics, and automation platforms
• Leads the adoption and integration of cutting-edge technologies including Databricks, Snowflake, AWS, and modern web frameworks
• Architects scalable, secure, and resilient solutions for valuation control, pricing, and regulatory compliance
• Champions the use of AI, machine learning, and advanced analytics to deliver real-time risk insights and anomaly detection
• Identifies opportunities to eliminate or automate remediation of recurring issues to improve overall operational stability of software applications and systems
• Designs and implements data pipelines, analytics workflows, and reporting solutions using Python, Databricks, and Spark
• Develops and maintains web-based applications and dashboards for valuation and risk management using modern web stacks (React, Angular, etc.)
• Builds and optimizes data models, ETL/ELT processes, and integration frameworks for large-scale financial data
• Ensures data quality, security, lineage, and governance across all team platforms

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 5+ years applied experience
• Hands-on practical experience delivering system design, application development, testing, and operational stability
• Hands-on expertise in Python, Databricks, Spark, and data pipeline development
• Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and data warehousing solutions (Snowflake, Databricks)
• Advanced proficiency in designing scalable, secure, and resilient systems for large-scale data environments
• Demonstrated ability to lead engineering teams, set technical direction, and deliver complex projects
• Demonstrated experience in leading and implementing standard software engineering practices, such as Agile development, code reviews, automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, and documentation
• Experience with data cataloging, metadata management, and data discovery tools (e.g., Collibra, Atlan, AWS Glue, Databricks Unity Catalog), including implementation and integration into enterprise platforms
• Proficiency in automation and continuous delivery methods
• Proficient in all aspects of the Software Development Life Cycle
• Advanced understanding of agile methodologies such as CI/CD, Application Resiliency, and Security

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Experience with AI / BI Tools and modern web development frameworks (React, Angular, etc.)
• Deep understanding of AI, machine learning, and advanced analytics techniques, with practical experience implementing ML models in production
• Proven experience in financial markets, risk management, or valuation control functions
• Exposure to vendor-based financial software solutions and integration

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 for more information about requesting an accommodation.

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

ABOUT THE TEAM
Our Corporate Technology team relies on smart, driven people like you to develop applications and provide tech support for all our corporate functions across our network. Your efforts will touch lives all over the financial spectrum and across all our divisions: Global Finance, Corporate Treasury, Risk Management, Human Resources, Compliance, Legal, and within the Corporate Administrative Office. You’ll be part of a team specifically built to meet and exceed our evolving technology needs, as well as our technology controls agenda.