Director, Forecast Automation & Finance Decision Optimization

JPMorgan Chase & Co.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorgan Chase & Co. in Columbus, OH is seeking a Product Director to lead Forecast Automation within the Finance Decision Optimization domain.

You will design and implement forecasting models, guide cross-functional teams, and align technical solutions with business goals to drive accuracy and efficiency. The role demands strong product management experience, data-driven mindset, and expertise in Databricks and Python.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Business, or related field.
• Proven experience in product management with a focus on data-driven solutions.
• Strong understanding of Databricks architecture and Python coding.
• Experience in developing and executing forecasting models.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with cross-functional teams.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to develop comprehensive product roadmaps.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and interpret forecasting processes to design optimized solutions.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and model enhancements (e.g., connecting upstream/downstream calculators, streamlining code base).
• Collaborate with tech teams, functional partners (P&A, Controllers, Risk), line-of-business partners (Firmwide, Commercial & Investment Bank) and internal stakeholders to align on business and technical requirements.
• Develop and manage a scorecard of metrics to track success in a multi-dimensional way (e.g., time saved, data pipelines automated, control checks enabled).
• Deliver on AI agenda (e.g., agentic solutions that automate forecasting-related activities, AI development for discovery).
• Articulate a product vision and strategy to guide development efforts.
• Develop a strategic roadmap for onboarding models onto cloud-based architecture (e.g., Databricks).
• Leverage JIRA and JIRA Align to align stories, epics, and initiatives to the product roadmap.

Skills

Product management

Data-driven solutions

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Business, or related field

Tools

Databricks

Python

Job description

JPMorgan Chase & Co. in Columbus, OH is seeking a Product Director to lead Forecast Automation within the Finance Decision Optimization domain.

You will design and implement forecasting models, guide cross-functional teams, and align technical solutions with business goals to drive accuracy and efficiency. The role demands strong product management experience, data-driven mindset, and expertise in Databricks and Python.