Applied AI/ML Lead

JPMorganChase; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorganChase in Chicago seeks an Applied AI/ML Lead to analyse business problems, experiment with models, and develop ML/DL solutions. You will collaborate with product owners, data engineers, and software engineers to build scalable systems.

The role emphasizes deep learning, NLP, and Gen AI with experience in AWS tools, MLOps, and production-ready code. Exceptional communication and teamwork are required.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a data/ computational field or related discipline.
• 7+ years applying data science and ML to real business problems.
• Experience with LLMs, prompt engineering, and Gen AI solutions.
• Strong background in NLP, ML/DL methods and large language models.
• Experience with AWS ML tools and scalable model training.

Responsibilities

• Lead AI/ML programs and define problem statements and roadmaps.
• Develop state-of-the-art ML models for NLP, personalization, and recommender systems.
• Build end-to-end ML/AutoML/AutoNLP pipelines and productionize models.
• Create batch and real-time prediction pipelines with front-end integrations.
• Collaborate across teams to deploy solutions into production.
• Communicate results to senior leaders and stakeholders.

Skills

Python

Java

C/C++

NLP

Gen AI / LLMs

Transformers

AWS / SageMaker

Big Data

Experiment design

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

BS/MS/PhD in Computer Science or Data Science or Statistics or Mathematics or Machine Learning

Tools

Transformers

Hugging Face

TensorFlow

PyTorch

NumPy

Scikit-Learn

Pandas

AWS SageMaker

EC2

Glue

Job description

Job Description

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to solve exciting business problems? Our Technology team builds innovative products, services, applications to support various business functions, workflows of Wholesale Lending Services.

As an Applied AI/ML Lead within the Commercial & Investment Bank Technology team at JPMorganChase, you will play a crucial role in analysing business problems, experimenting with state-of-the-art models, and developing machine learning and deep learning solutions. You will use your knowledge of ML toolkit and algorithms to deliver the right solution. You will be a part of an innovative team, working closely with our product owners, data engineers, and software engineers to build new systems. We are looking for someone with a passion for data, ML, and Software Development, who can understand the data landscape in large and complex organizations.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead programs and provide directions to successfully implement the large AI/ML initiatives and assist product leadership in defining the problem statements, execution roadmap
• Develop state-of-the art machine learning models to solve real-world problems and apply it to tasks such as NLP, personalization, or recommendation systems and collaborate with business, operations, and other technology colleagues to understand AI needs and devise possible solutions.
• Develop end-to-end ML/AutoML/AutoNLP pipelines and operationalize the end-to-end orchestration of the ML models to support the various use cases like Document Q&A, Search, Information Retrieval, classification, personalization, etc.
• Build both batch and real-time model prediction pipelines with existing application and front-end integrations.
• Collaborate to develop large-scale data modeling experiments, explain complex concepts to senior leaders and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with multiple partner teams such as Business, Technology, Product Management, Legal, Compliance, Strategy and Business Management to deploy solutions into production as well as work with Product Owners and Software Engineers to productionize the models and Partners closely with business partners to identify impactful projects, influence key decisions with data, and ensure client satisfaction.
• Deliver regular team updates and maintain full transparency into the team's priorities, progress, and deliverables across stakeholders and champion a culture of recognition by actively celebrating individual and team accomplishments, reinforcing a positive and high-performing team environment.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills

• BS or MS or PhD in Computer Science or Data Science or Statistics or Mathematical sciences or Machine Learning. Strong background in Mathematics and Statistics.
• 7+ years' experience in applying data science, ML techniques to solve business problems and one of the programming languages like Python, Java, C/C++, etc.
• Experience with LLMs and Prompt Engineering techniques.
• 1+ year of experience working with Gen AI solutions / LLMs such as GPT, Claude, Llama etc.
• Solid background in NLP, Generative AI and hands-on experience and solid understanding of Machine Learning and Deep Learning methods and familiar with large language models
• Extensive experience with Machine Learning and Deep Learning toolkits (e.g.: Transformers, Hugging Face, TensorFlow, PyTorch, NumPy, Scikit-Learn, Pandas)
• Ability to design experiments and training frameworks, and to outline and evaluate intrinsic and extrinsic metrics for model performance aligned with business goals.
• Experience with Big Data and scalable model training and solid written and spoken communication to effectively communicate technical concepts and results to both technical and business audiences.
• Experience with building and deploying ML models on AWS esp. using AWS tools like Sagemaker, EC2, Glue, etc.
• Have good understanding about the Active Learning, Agent/Multi Agent Learning, Learning from Supervision/Feedback, etc. Scientific thinking with the ability to invent and to work both independently and in highly collaborative team environments.
• Ability to work on tasks and projects through to completion with limited supervision. Passion for detail and follow through. Excellent communication skills and team player

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities And Skills

• Published research in areas of Machine Learning, Deep Learning or Reinforcement Learning at a major conference or journals
• Experience with A/B experimentation and data/metric-driven product development
• Ability to develop and debug production-quality code and familiarity with continuous integration models and unit test developmentled later

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.