Applied AIML Lead Research Engineer

We're looking for a hands-on AI research engineer ready to take their career to new heights. Join the ranks of top talent at one of the world's most influential companies.As an AI Research Engineer - Vice President at JPMorgan Chase within the International Private Bank (IPB) Technology Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AIML) Team, you will lead applied research that positions the team for capabilities we will need over the coming years. You will evaluate and prototype emerging techniques (open-source LLMs, fine-tuning, efficient inference, and multimodal models) and bridge them into production-grade capabilities, working closely with the team's engineers so that research translates into shipped product rather than staying on the bench.This is a Vice President-level role and an integral part of the IPB Tech AIML team, reporting to the Head of AI, IPB Tech.Job responsibilitiesLeads applied research into open-source LLM evaluation and deployment for cost, sovereignty, and data-residency optionalityRuns fine-tuning work for tone, lexicon, and domain-specific tasks that are currently brittle in promptsInvestigates inference efficiency and tokenomics: cost-per-output, model routing, and optimisation of production inferencePrototypes voice and image/multimodal capabilities (speech-to-text, text-to-speech, voice agents, document and image understanding) to underwrite future user-facing experiencesDesigns rigorous evaluation methodologies and benchmarks so research findings are measurable and reproduciblePartners with AI and platform engineers to productionise research outputs, each tied to a real platform or product needPublishes internal findings and raises the team's collective capability through knowledge-sharing; acts as a recruiting and thought-leadership magnetChampions the firm's culture of diversity, Opportunity, inclusion, and respectRequired qualifications, capabilities, and skillsFormal training or certification on artificial intelligence and machine learning concepts and applied experienceAdvanced proficiency in Python and the modern ML/DL stack (e.g., PyTorch, Hugging Face)Hands-on experience evaluating, fine-tuning, and deploying Large Language ModelsStrong grounding in experimental design, evaluation, and benchmarking of ML systemsAbility to bridge research and engineering: prototypes that become production-ready capabilitiesAwareness of inference cost, performance, and optimisation techniquesStrong communication skills, including translating research into business and engineering termsPublished in a top-tier AIML venue (e.g. NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, ACL, EMNLP, CVPR), or equivalent open-source / applied-research contributions in LLMs, fine-tuning, or efficient inferenceMSc or PhD in Machine Learning, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field, or equivalent applied experiencePreferred qualifications, capabilities, and skillsExperience with speech / voice models and audio MLExperience within financial services, particularly wealth, private banking, or asset managementFamiliarity with data-residency, sovereignty, and Responsible AI considerations for regulated environmentsFamiliarity with JPM-internal AI/ML infrastructure for internal candidatesJ.P. Morgan is a global leader in financial services, providing strategic advice and products to the world’s most prominent corporations, governments, wealthy individuals and institutional investors. Our first-class business in a first-class way approach to serving clients drives everything we do. We strive to build trusted, long-term partnerships to help our clients achieve their business objectives. 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. J.P. Morgan Asset & Wealth Management delivers industry-leading investment management and private banking solutions. Asset Management provides individuals, advisors and institutions with strategies and expertise that span the full spectrum of asset classes through our global network of investment professionals. Wealth Management helps individuals, families and foundations take a more intentional approach to their wealth or finances to better define, focus and realize their goals.Full timePosting Date: 2026-07-28