Lead Infrastructure Engineer

JPMorganChase; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorganChase is seeking a Lead Infrastructure Engineer to join the Infrastructure Platforms Team in San Francisco. You will apply deep knowledge of software, applications, and technical processes within the infrastructure discipline to drive performance and resilience across critical systems.

The role emphasizes AI-assisted analysis, cross-functional collaboration, and ongoing evolution of technical capabilities, with a focus on secure, auditable, and scalable infrastructure delivery.

Qualifications

• Formal training or certification on infrastructure engineering concepts.
• 5+ years of applied infrastructure engineering experience.
• Deep knowledge across hardware, networking, databases, storage, deployment, automation, resilience or performance assessments.

Responsibilities

• Applies technical expertise to projects of moderate scope for testing performance of the infrastructure.
• Drives a workstream or project involving multiple infrastructure technologies and collaborates with other platforms.
• Considers upstream/downstream data implications and advises on mitigation actions.
• Applies reuse-first, AI-assisted practices in delivery and automation to identify recurring issues and validate remediation options.

Skills

Networking

BGP/OSPF

Cloud & Automation

Python scripting

AI-assisted workflows

Migration experience

Education

Infrastructure engineering certification

Tools

Cisco

Arista

Fortinet

Python

Job description

Job Description

Assume a vital position as a key member of a high-performing team that delivers infrastructure and performance excellence. Your role will be instrumental in shaping the future at one of the world's largest and most influential companies.

Job Description

Assume a vital position as a key member of a high-performing team that delivers infrastructure and performance excellence. Your role will be instrumental in shaping the future at one of the world's largest and most influential companies.
As a Lead Infrastructure Engineer at JPMorgan Chase within the Infrastructure Platforms Team, you apply deep knowledge of software, applications, and technical processes within the infrastructure engineering discipline. Also, you will continue to evolve your technical and cross-functional knowledge outside of your aligned domain of expertise.

Job Responsibilities

• Applies technical expertise and problem-solving methodologies to projects of moderate scope such as testing the performance of the infrastructure and executes creative solutions for design, development, and technical troubleshooting for problems of moderate complexity
• Drives a workstream or project consisting of one or more infrastructure engineering technologies and works with other platforms to architect and implement changes required to resolve issues and modernize the organization and technology processes
• Strongly considers upstream and downstream data and systems or technical implications and advises on mitigation actions
• Applies reuse-first, AI-assisted practices within delivery and automation routines to identify recurring issues and validate remediation options, ensuring changes are traceable/auditable and aligned to resiliency and security expectations
• Uses enterprise-authorized AI capabilities within the work environment to accelerate infrastructure analysis and documentation (e.g., summarizing monitoring findings), validating outputs and handling data according to sensitivity and security requirements
• Adds to team culture of diversity, opportunity, inclusion, and respect

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills

• Formal training or certification on infrastructure engineering concepts and 5+ years applied experience
• Deep knowledge of one or more areas of infrastructure engineering such as: hardware, networking terminology, databases, storage engineering, deployment practices, integration, automation, scaling, resilience or performance assessments
• Strong hands-on Cisco, Arista and Fortinet networking expertise, including L2/L3 switching and routing
• Proven delivery experience on network migration projects
• Must-have routing protocol expertise: BGP and OSPF.
• Solid switching concepts: VLANs, STP, LACP, port-channels.
• Operational experience with network configuration, troubleshooting, and validation.
• Migration execution capability: pre-/post-migration checks and cutover activities.
• Demonstrated experience using enterprise-authorized AI capabilities within the work environment to support infrastructure engineering workflows with strong validation habits and awareness of data sensitivity
• Ability to review and validate AI-assisted recommendations before implementation, escalating when uncertain and ensuring outcomes align to resiliency, security, and auditability expectations
• Cloud and automation skills: experience operating/migrating across public and private clouds, plus relevant scripting (e.g., Python) and basic data fluency; Familiarity with Arista and Fortinet

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

Our professionals in our Corporate Functions cover a diverse range of areas from finance and risk to human resources and marketing. Our corporate teams are an essential part of our company, ensuring that we're setting our businesses, clients, customers and employees up for success.