Lead Software Engineer- Python / Quant Developer / Quant Research

JPMorgan Chase; New York (NY); On-site; USD 152,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorganChase in New York is seeking a Lead Software Engineer specializing in Python for Quant Development and Quant Research within Asset and Wealth Management Technology. You will contribute to transforming the Quant Research Platform and Portfolio Construction stack, building reusable Python libraries, and collaborating with Quant Research on model development and validation workflows.

You will apply deep knowledge across the SDLC, drive secure coding practices, and promote AI-assisted

Qualifications

• Formal software engineering training with hands-on delivery
• Strong Python coding experience in financial services
• Experience delivering system design, development, testing and operations
• Familiarity with AI-assisted tooling and secure coding practices
• Knowledge of statistics, data analytics or quant methods
• Understanding of CI/CD and cloud native environments
• Knowledge of financial services across asset classes

Responsibilities

• Executes creative software solutions, designs, develops, and troubleshoots beyond routine problems
• Develops secure, high-quality production code and reviews code
• Drives adoption of enterprise AI-assisted engineering practices to improve quality and delivery
• Applies SDLC tools and AI-assisted development to increase value from automation
• Identifies and automates recurring issues to improve stability
• Leads evaluation sessions with vendors and internal teams on architecture and credentials
• Ensures compliance with secure, resilient engineering standards and practices
• Provides guidance on agile methodologies and software lifecycle

Skills

Python

Quant Dev

Quant Research

Financial Services

AI-assisted engineering

CI/CD

Security

Cloud native

Data analytics

Team leadership

Education

Formal software engineering training

Job description

We have an opportunity to impact your career and provide an adventure where you can push the limits of what's possible.

As a Lead Software Engineer- Python / Quant Development / Quant Research at JPMorganChase within the Asset and Wealth Management Technology Team, you are an integral part of an agile team that works to enhance, build, and deliver trusted market-leading technology products in a secure, stable, and scalable way. As a core technical contributor, you are responsible for conducting critical technology solutions across multiple technical areas within various business functions in support of the firm's business objectives.

We are looking for developers to contribute to the transformation of the Quant Research Platform and Portfolio Construction and Management stack into an industry-leading platform. If you are an expert in Python, business-focused, and have a strong grounding in statistical methods and data analytics, you will work alongside Quant Research on model development, validation workflows, and the build-out of reusable Python Quant libraries that standardize research-to-production patterns and accelerate delivery across the platform. You'll be required to apply your depth of knowledge and expertise across the software development lifecycle, partnering continuously with Quant Research on a daily basis.

Job Responsibilities

• Executes creative software solutions, design, development, and technical troubleshooting with ability to think beyond routine or conventional approaches to build solutions or breakdown technical problems

• Develops secure and high-quality production code, and reviews and debugs code written by others

• Drives team adoption of enterprise-authorized AI-assisted engineering practices within the work environment to improve code quality, delivery speed, and operational outcomes (e.g., AI-assisted code review/refactoring, test strategy acceleration, incident/root-cause analysis support), while establishing consistent validation standards (secure coding, peer review, automated testing) and promoting reuse of effective patterns across the team.

• Applies knowledge of tools within the Software Development Life Cycle toolchain, including enterprise-authorized AI-assisted development and automation capabilities, to improve the value realized by automation.

• Identifies opportunities to eliminate or automate remediation of recurring issues to improve overall operational stability of software applications and systems

• Leads evaluation sessions with external vendors, startups, and internal teams to drive outcomes-oriented probing of architectural designs, technical credentials, and applicability for use within existing systems and information architecture Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 5+ years applied experience

• Hands-on practical experience delivering system design, application development, testing, and operational stability

• Strong experience with Python coding

• Experience in financial Services across Asset Classes

• Knowledge of statistical methods, quant or data analytics

• Demonstrated experience leading effective use of approved AI-assisted software development tools (e.g., for coding, code review, test acceleration, troubleshooting) with the ability to set team expectations for validating AI outputs for correctness, performance, and security.

• Strong understanding of responsible AI use in engineering workflows, including data sensitivity considerations, secure handling of inputs/outputs, and adherence to resiliency and security expectations; experience coaching engineers on safe, compliant adoption within delivery practices

• Proficient in all aspects of the Software Development Life Cycle

• Advanced understanding of agile methodologies such as CI/CD, Application Resiliency, and Security

• In-depth knowledge of the financial services industry and their IT systems

• Practical cloud native experience

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• CFA charter holder

• Experience with systematic portfolio management

• Experience with model development, validation workflows, and the build-out of reusable Python Quant libraries

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

Base Pay/Salary

New York,NY $152,000.00 - $215,000.00 / year