Director of Software Engineering - Finance Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

If you are looking for a game-changing career, working for one of the world's leading financial institutions, you've come to the right place.

As the Director of Software Engineering at JPMorgan Chase within the Commercial & Investment Bank - Finance Planning & Analysis (FP&A) technology, you will be the go-to transformation lead, responsible for thinking multiple years ahead and architecting the future of financial planning technology.

You will promote strategic initiatives, champion innovation, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Your leadership will shape the adoption of advanced methodologies such as promoter-based planning, challenger models, and AI/ML-powered forecasting.

Job Responsibilities



* Lead transformation initiatives to modernize FP&A technology platforms, with a focus on innovation, operational excellence, and long-term strategic impact.



* Define and execute multi-year technology strategies, anticipating future business needs and industry trends.



* Architect and implement driver-based planning solutions that enable dynamic, data-driven decision making across multiple Sub-LoBs.



* Introduce and scale challenger models to enhance forecasting accuracy and support robust scenario analysis.



* Evaluate, implement, and optimize AI/ML technologies for predictive analytics, financial modeling, and automated forecasting.



* Inspire and mentor cross-functional teams, cultivating a collaborative and innovative environment.



* Oversee a portfolio of complex projects, ensuring alignment with financial regulations, data protection standards, and seamless system integration.



* Develop and uphold data architecture standards, reliability, and governance frameworks.



* Influence senior stakeholders including CFO organization, business heads, and C-suite executives, acting as a trusted advisor and transformation champion

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills



* Formal training or certification on Software Engineering concepts and 10+ years applied experience.

In addition, 5+ years of experience leading technologists to manage, anticipate and solve complex technical items within your domain of expertise.



* Hands-on experience with financial planning and analysis processes, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.



* Experience implementing technology solutions for FP&A teams, driving process automation and analytics.



* Lead and mentor a cross-functional team of 15-25 engineers, data scientists, and business analysts



* Proven track record as a transformation lead, delivering mission-critical projects with budgets exceeding $10M and driving change across organizational boundaries



* Deep functional knowledge of finance and treasury products, with experience in investment management.



* Strong background in data architecture, cloud platforms (Databricks, Snowflake, Airflow), and analytics.



* Demonstrated experience wi...