Lead Software Engineer- Backend Engineer with GenAI and Cloud

Job Description
We have an exciting and rewarding opportunity for you to take your software engineering career to the next level.
As a Lead Backend Engineer at JPMorgan Chase within the Commercial & Investment Bank, Payments Technology, you serve as a seasoned member of an agile team to design and deliver trusted market-leading technology products in a secure, stable, and scalable way. You are responsible for carrying out critical technology solutions across multiple technical areas within various business functions in support of the firm's business objectives.
Job Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable and efficient backend systems and APIs.
• Develop and maintain APIs and microservices to facilitate AI model interactions.
• Optimize database structures and data pipelines for AI-driven workloads.
• Collaborate with frontend developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability.
• Implement security and data protection measures.
• Implement scalable cloud solutions for AI model deployment using platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure.
• Conduct code reviews, testing, and debugging to ensure high-quality code.
• Work with database technologies to design and manage data storage solutions.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest AI/ML research and backend engineering best practices.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:

• Formal training or certification in software engineering concepts with 5+ years of applied experience.
• Proven experience in backend development using languages such as Java, Go, or Python.
• Familiarity with authentication and authorization frameworks, including OAuth, JWT, SAML, and OPA (policy as code).
• Solid understanding of agile methodologies, including CI/CD, application resiliency, DevSecOps, and security.
• Knowledge of web protocols and standards, such as HTTP, REST, and gRPC, and cloud-native technologies like EnvoyProxy.
• Experience with cloud computing platforms, including AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Experience with Generative AI frameworks, such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, Hugging Face, or OpenAI APIs.
• Experience deploying and managing AI models on cloud platforms like AWS, GCP, or Azure.
• Proficiency in containerization and orchestration using Docker and Kubernetes.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:

• Experience with containerization technologies, including Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience with fine-tuning large language models (LLMs) and optimizing inference.
• Experience with GraphQL.
• Understanding of LLM APIs, such as OpenAI, Cohere, Anthropic, or Meta AI.
• Familiarity with retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) and LangChain architectures.
• Familiarity with vector databases, such as FAISS, Pinecone, or Weaviate, is a plus.
• Experience with MLOps tools, such as MLflow or Kubeflow, is a plus.

FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE ACT:
This position is subject to Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act. As such, an employment offer for this position is contingent on JPMorganChase's review of criminal conviction history, including pretrial diversions or program entries.
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
J.P. Morgan's Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.