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Principal Software Engineer - (Data Engineering / Java / Python) | Risk Technology Engineering & Architecture

J.P. Morgan

J.P. Morgan

Software Engineering, IT, Data Science
Posted on Jan 9, 2026

If you are looking for a game-changing career, working for one of the world's leading financial institutions, you’ve come to the right place.

As a Principal Software Engineer at JPMorganChase within the Corporate Risk Technology, you, you provide expertise and engineering excellence as an integral part of an agile team to enhance, build, and deliver trusted market-leading technology products in a secure, stable, and scalable way. Leverage your advanced technical capabilities and collaborate with colleagues across the organization to drive best-in-class outcomes across various technologies to support one or more of the firm’s portfolios.

Job responsibilities

  • Architect and implement complex, scalable data engineering/ coding frameworks and solutions using modern software design principles.
  • Lead the design and development of secure, high-quality production code for data-intensive applications; review and mentor other engineers.
  • Drive adoption of advanced technical methods and practices aligned with the latest industry standards.
  • Advises cross-functional teams on technological matters within your domain of expertise
  • Serves as the function’s go-to subject matter expert
  • Creates durable, reusable software frameworks that are leveraged across teams and functions
  • Influences leaders and senior stakeholders across business, product, and technology teams
  • Champions the firm’s culture of diversity, opportunity, inclusion, and respect
  • Contributes to the development of technical methods in specialized fields in line with the latest product development methodologies

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

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  • Strong proficiency in Data Engineering, Data Architecture, AI/ML with hands-on experience in designing, implementing, testing, and ensuring the operational stability of large-scale enterprise data platforms and solutions
  • Expert in one or more programming language(s) eg. Java, Python , C/C++;
  • Advanced working knowledge of relational and NoSQL databases, data lake architectures, data mesh concepts, and data governance.
  • Practical experience with cloud-native data platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
  • Experience leading technical teams and projects as a Tech Lead or Data Architect
  • Experience in large scale data processing, using micro services, API design, Kafka, Redis, MemCached, Observability (Dynatrace , Splunk, Grafana or similar), Orchestration (Airflow, Temporal)
  • Advanced knowledge of software application development and technical processes
  • Ability to present and effectively communicate with Senior Leaders and Executives
  • Experience in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, or a related technical field

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills
  • Deep hands-on experience with Spark/PySpark, other big data processing technologies
  • Experience with modern data technologies and cloud-based solutions, such as Databricks or Snowflake.
  • Expertise in modern, open-source table formats and catalog services for managing large-scale data in data lakes, such as Apache Iceberg.
  • Experience with federated database entitlements such as Immuta or similar tools.
  • Familiarity with data consumption tools like Dremio or Starburst.
  • Knowledge of the financial services industry and their IT systems


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


Our Corporate Technology team relies on smart, driven people like you to develop applications and provide tech support for all our corporate functions across our network. Your efforts will touch lives all over the financial spectrum and across all our divisions: Global Finance, Corporate Treasury, Risk Management, Human Resources, Compliance, Legal, and within the Corporate Administrative Office. You’ll be part of a team specifically built to meet and exceed our evolving technology needs, as well as our technology controls agenda.
Provide expertise and engineering excellence to architect, design, and deliver advanced data engineering solutions and market-leading technologies within the firm