Senior Director of Software Engineering - Head of Cloud/Lake Platforms Engineering

We are seeking a Head of Cloud Lake, Storage, and Compute Platform Services to join our Data Platforms organization. This team is central to our data strategy, enabling diverse users to consistently and rapidly develop products and solutions.As a Senior Director of Software Engineering at JPMorgan Chase within the Consumer & Community Bank Data Technology team, you lead multiple technical areas, manage the activities of multiple departments, and collaborate across technical domains. Your expertise is applied cross-functionally to drive the adoption and implementation of technical methods within various teams and aid the firm in remaining at the forefront of industry trends, best practices, and technological advances.Job responsibilitiesLeads multiple technology and process implementations across departments to achieve firmwide technology objectivesDirectly manages multiple areas with strategic transactional focusProvides leadership and high-level direction to teams while frequently overseeing employee populations across multiple platforms, divisions, and lines of businessActs as the primary interface with senior leaders, stakeholders, and executives, driving consensus across competing objectivesManages multiple stakeholders, complex projects, and large cross-product collaborationsInfluences peer leaders and senior stakeholders across the business, product, and technology teamsChampions the firm’s culture of diversity, opportunity, inclusion, and respectLead the execution of our firm-wide migration to strategic platforms and dataIs accountable for the delivery and growth of enterprise-grade data platforms with a focus on scalability, availability, capabilities, and performanceCollaborate with peer teams such as Data Management, Data Publishing, and Data Governance to deliver solutions for key personas, including analysts, data scientists, data engineers, software engineers, AI/ML engineers, operators, and compliance officersElevate the engineering standards within our organization through best practices, coaching, and talent developmentRequired qualifications, capabilities, and skillsFormal training, or certification on software engineering concepts and 10+ years applied experience. In addition, 5+ year of experience leading technologists to manage, anticipate and solve complex technical items within your domain of expertise and more broadly across the organizationExperience developing or leading large or cross-functional teams of technologistsDemonstrated prior experience influencing across highly matrixed, complex organizations and delivering value at scaleExperience leading complex projects supporting system design, testing, and operational stabilityExperience with hiring, developing, and recognizing talentExtensive practical cloud native experienceExpertise in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, or a related technical fieldExpertise in systems and software design for large-scale distributed data solutionsExperience with large scale data platformsPreferred qualifications, capabilities, and skillsExperience working at code levelFamiliarity with data processing and development frameworks like Spark, Informatica, and DBTKnowledge of open table formats such as Iceberg and Delta, and their catalog solutions (e.g., Polaris, Unity)Proficiency in software development technologies (Java/JS/Python/REST) and methodologies (Agile/Scrum)Experience in AI/ML and feature engineering is a plusThis 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.Chase is a leading financial services firm, helping nearly half of America’s households and small businesses achieve their financial goals through a broad range of financial products. Our mission is to create engaged, lifelong relationships and put our customers at the heart of everything we do. We also help small businesses, nonprofits and cities grow, delivering solutions to solve all their financial needs. 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.Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/VeteransOur Consumer & Community Banking Group depends on innovators like you to serve consumers, small businesses, municipalities and non-profits. You’ll support the delivery of award winning tools and services that cover everything from personal and small business banking as well as lending, mortgages, credit cards, payments, auto finance and investment advice. This group is also focused on developing and delivering cutting edged mobile applications, digital experiences and next generation banking technology solutions to better serve our clients and customers.Full timePosting Date: 2026-01-30