Lead Infrastructure Engineer - Data Center Networking

JPMorganChase; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorgan Chase is seeking a Lead Infrastructure Engineer to be a critical member of its Enterprise Technology Data Center Networking team in San Francisco, CA. This role involves delivering infrastructure projects, troubleshooting complex technical issues, and applying knowledge of AI capabilities to enhance workflows.

The ideal candidate will possess over 5 years of engineering experience and have hands-on expertise with major data center networking platforms, including Cisco and Arista. Join us and contribute to a diverse and inclusive workplace while driving innovation at one of the world's largest financial institutions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in infrastructure engineering.
• Hands-on expertise with data center networking platforms.
• Ability to validate AI-assisted recommendations before implementation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver infrastructure projects and troubleshoot technical problems.
• Use AI capabilities for infrastructure analysis and design documentation.
• Lead workstreams across multiple infrastructure engineering technologies.

Skills

Network architecture design

Troubleshooting

Automation using Ansible

Routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, IS-IS)

Data center networking platforms

Education

Formal training or certification in infrastructure disciplines

Tools

Cisco NX-OS

Arista EOS

Cisco ACI

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. As a Lead Infrastructure Engineer at JPMorgan Chase within the Enterprise Technology Data Center Networking team, you apply deep knowledge of software, applications, and technical processes within the infrastructure engineering discipline. Continue to evolve your technical and cross‑functional knowledge outside of your aligned domain of expertise.

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver infrastructure projects of moderate scope by applying strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills
• Use enterprise‑authorized AI capabilities within the work environment to accelerate infrastructure analysis and design documentation, validating outputs and handling operational data according to sensitivity and security requirements
• Lead workstreams or small projects across one or more infrastructure engineering technologies
• Partner with other platform teams to design and implement solutions that resolve issues and modernize the environment
• Design, build, and troubleshoot solutions for moderately complex technical problems
• Evaluate upstream/downstream impact of changes and recommend practical mitigations
• Create clear documentation, including implementation details, processes, and operational runbooks
• Communicate technical strategy, decisions, and outcomes clearly to managers and stakeholders
• Apply 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

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills

• Formal training or certification in infrastructure disciplines, plus 5+ years of relevant experience
• Experience with network architecture, design, and engineering in large enterprise environments
• Hands‑on expertise with data center networking platforms such as Cisco NX‑OS, Arista EOS, and Cisco ACI
• Strong routing experience with BGP, OSPF, and IS‑IS
• Practical experience with Cisco and Arista hardware platforms (e.g., Nexus Series, Catalyst)
• Experience with SDN and overlay networking, including Cisco ACI and MP‑BGP EVPN/VXLAN
• Solid knowledge of switching fundamentals (VLANs, STP, vPC/MLAG, stacking) and network segmentation
• Proficiency with automation using Ansible playbooks, data modeling, and Jinja2 templating
• 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
• Experience with network automation/management tooling such as Arista CVP/AVD, Cisco NFM, and Cisco Network as Code

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills

• Python (or another programming language used for network automation)
• Practical understanding of DevOps concepts applied to infrastructure and automation
• Exposure to public cloud infrastructure and services (e.g., AWS)
• Experience with IP Multicast routing in enterprise or data center environments
• Familiarity with high‑performance networking technologies (RoCE, InfiniBand, GPUDirect/Data Direct I/O) for HPC workloads

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 JPMorgan Chase's review of criminal conviction history, including pretrial diversions or program entries.

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.