Principal Software Engineer - HPC

Salary: $61,000 - 101,000 per year Requirements:

• We require formal training or certification in software engineering concepts, along with 10+ years of applied experience.
• We need hands-on experience delivering system design, application development, testing, and operational stability.
• We look for advanced knowledge of software application development and technical processes, with deep expertise in one or more areas such as large language models or high-performance computing.
• We require 8+ years of experience in high-performance computing software.
• We require 5+ years of experience with at least one type of accelerator.
• We require 3+ years of experience in deep learning, particularly large language models.
• We need strong programming ability in Python and at least one systems language such as C or C++, plus experience with AI/ML frameworks such as PyTorch.
• We look for demonstrated experience designing and leading adoption of agentic AI-enabled development practices across teams, including standards for human-in-the-loop validation, auditability and traceability, and secure handling of sensitive data.
• We need a strong understanding of responsible AI use and control expectations in engineering workflows, including security and resiliency implications, data sensitivity, and risk-based governance.
• A PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, or a related discipline is preferred.
• Practical cloud-native experience is preferred.
• Hands-on experience with CUDA for GPU programming and performance optimization is preferred.
• Experience in large organizations and regulated industries is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively in a dynamic team environment are preferred.

• We design and implement complex, scalable software frameworks using suitable architecture patterns.
• We develop secure, high-quality production code and review, debug, and improve code written by other engineers.
• We lead technical design reviews and advise cross-functional partners on solutions within our area of expertise.
• We create reusable performance patterns and benchmarking approaches to optimize model training and inference across compute architectures.
• We define and use telemetry and measurable performance indicators to guide hardware and software decisions.
• We mentor and enable the developer community in high-performance computing practices that intersect with AI/ML.
• We architect and govern agentic AI-enabled engineering workflows using enterprise-authorized tools to improve delivery speed, code quality, and operational outcomes at scale, while defining guardrails for validation, security, resiliency, and reuse across teams.
• We apply knowledge of tools within the software development life cycle toolchain, including enterprise-authorized AI-assisted development and automation capabilities, to increase the value delivered by automation at scale.
• We collaborate with engineers, data scientists, and product partners to enhance, build, and deliver trusted technology products in a secure, stable, and scalable way.
• We help teams make informed tradeoffs across low latency, throughput, and efficiency, grounded in telemetry and operational outcomes.

• Agentic AI
• AI
• Architect
• Cloud
• CUDA
• Hardware
• Support
• Marketing
• Model Training
• PyTorch
• Python
• Security
• Machine Learning

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We are JPMorganChase, collaborating with hackajob to find exceptional professionals for this Principal Software Engineer role within our Core Foundational Platforms team. We are one of the oldest financial institutions, serving millions of consumers, small businesses, and some of the worlds most prominent corporate, institutional, and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years, and 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 with salary based on role, experience, skills, and location, and eligible roles may include commission or discretionary incentive compensation. Our benefits and programs may include comprehensive health care, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching, and more. We value diversity and inclusion, provide reasonable accommodations where needed, and our Corporate Functions team supports key areas such as finance, risk, human resources, and marketing to help our business, clients, customers, and employees succeed.

last updated 39 week of 2026