Senior Lead Software Engineer - ML Engineer

Build and deliver scalable, production-grade data and cloud solutions for regulatory model applications and modernization initiatives at JPMorganChase.

This hands-on individual contributor role focuses on engineering with PySpark/Python on Databricks (DBX) and AWS, partnering with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and support reliable systems; strong candidates may also bring experience enabling AI agent development.

As a Lead Software Engineer (Individual Contributor) at JPMorganChase within Corporate & Enterprise Technology, you will build and deliver scalable data and cloud solutions for regulatory model applications and modernization initiatives.

You'll be hands-on across design, development, and production support, leveraging PySpark/Python, Databricks (DBX), and AWS, and collaborating closely with cross-functional partners.
Job Responsibilities


* Design, develop, and deploy regulatory model applications and cloud modernization solutions.


* Build scalable distributed data processing solutions using PySpark/Python and Databricks (DBX).


* Implement secure, resilient AWS-based architectures and integration patterns.


* Write high-quality code, tests, and documentation; contribute to reviews and release readiness.


* Communicate architecture and delivery plans through clear technical documentation and tech decks.


* Partner with product, data, model, and platform teams to deliver outcomes on time.

Required qualifications, skills, and capabilities


* 5+ years of software engineering experience and strong CS fundamentals


* Strong hands-on experience with PySpark, Python, Databricks (DBX), and AWS.


* Experience building and operating production-grade systems (quality, reliability, observability).


* Strong communication skills; ability to work in dynamic, ambiguous environments.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills


* C++, Scala, and/or Java experience.


* Data engineering experience; ML exposure is a plus.


* Strong candidates: experience enabling or building AI agent development (LLM-enabled workflows/orchestration, evaluation/guardrails).


* Advanced degree in Computer Science or related field.

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 i...