Lead Software Engineer - Knowledge Graph

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 at JPMorgan Chase within the Cybersecurity, Technology, and Controls line of business, 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 seeking a highly skilled Knowledge Graph Engineer with expertise in designing, implementing, and managing knowledge graphs to support complex data relationships and enhance decision-making processes. This role involves working with cutting-edge graph technologies to create scalable, reliable, and efficient data solutions that drive business insights and innovation. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of graph databases and query languages, with the ability to construct and maintain knowledge graphs that integrate diverse data sources. They will be adept at leveraging graph metrics and analysis techniques to uncover hidden patterns and relationships within data. The successful candidate will have a strong working knowledge of graph database technologies and experience in developing graph-based applications using Python.
Job responsibilities

• Executes creative software solutions, design, development, and technical troubleshooting with ability to think beyond routine or conventional approaches to build solutions or break down technical problems
• Develops secure high-quality production code, and reviews and debugs code written by others
• 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
• Leads communities of practice across Software Engineering to drive awareness and use of new and leading-edge technologies
• Develop and implement strategies for constructing and maintaining knowledge graphs, ensuring scalability, reliability, and efficiency
• Executes creative security solutions, design, development, and technical troubleshooting with the ability to think beyond routine or conventional approaches to build solutions and break down technical problems
• Design and optimize graph database solutions, leveraging technologies such as Neo4j, Amazon Neptune, or ArangoDB
• Implement graph query solutions using languages like Cypher, SPARQL, or Gremlin to extract insights and support business objectives
• Maintain version control for graph data and ontologies, ensuring traceability and compliance with governance policies
• Ensure that knowledge graphs adhere to security best practices and comply with relevant regulations and standards

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 5+ years applied experience
• Advanced in one or more programming language(s)
• Advanced understanding of agile methodologies such as CI/CD, Application Resiliency, and Security
• Demonstrated proficiency in software applications and technical processes within a technical discipline (e.g., cloud, artificial intelligence, machine learning, mobile, etc.)
• Practical cloud native experience
• Advanced Python programming skills, with experience in libraries such as NetworkX
• Proficiency in graph query languages such as Cypher, SPARQL, or Gremlin
• Expertise in graph database technologies (e.g., Neo4j, Amazon Neptune, ArangoDB)
• Strong expertise in deploying and managing knowledge graphs in production environments
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, with relevant experience in knowledge graph engineering or related roles

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Strong ability to monitor graph systems in production, addressing performance and data quality issues effectively
• Graph database integration with RAG pipelines a plus
• Working knowledge of ontologies in the Security domain a plus (Mitre, Open Cyber Security Framework)
• Experience with infrastructure optimization techniques to enhance performance and efficiency
• Familiarity with creating and utilizing ontologies to improve data representation and analysis

About Us
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
About the Team
Our professionals in our Corporate Functions cover a diverse range of areas from finance and risk to human resources and marketing. Our corporate teams are an essential part of our company, ensuring that we're setting our businesses, clients, customers and employees up for success.