Applied Research Lead - Quantum Network Services, Vice President

Job Description
Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and growing team in a fast paced and challenging area? This is a unique opportunity for you to work with Global Technology Applied Research (GTAR) center at JPMorgan Chase & Co. (JPMC). The goal of GTAR is to design and conduct research across multiple frontier technologies, in order to enable novel discoveries and inventions, and to inform and develop next-generation solutions for the firm's clients and businesses.
As an established software engineer in Global Technology Applied Research, you will have proven networking services and middleware R&D background to drive quantum-safe networking innovations at JPMorgan Chase. The role will contribute to the development and deployment of next-generation quantum network services for business applications and end users. The role is expected to collaborate with a highly interdisciplinary team, consisting of researchers and engineers from different technical disciplines, who may be located in different cities across the globe.
Job responsibilities

• Contribute to the design and development of network services, middleware, and applications for quantum networks
• Develop quantum-safe networking roadmaps in consultation with stakeholders, internal teams, and partners
• Work with internal and cross-functional teams to ensure R&D outcomes are compliant with industry best practices and firm's cyber and technology controls
• Work closely with an interdisciplinary R&D team consisting of researchers and engineers
• Adds to team culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Bachelor's degree in computer engineering, computer science, IT or related disciplines
• 6 years of experience in software engineering role in networking, telecommunications, quantum networks or related domains.
• Proven track record in delivering technical software projects, from design and system configuration to delivery, maintenance, and technical support
• Technical proficiency in networking protocol and architectures, and with one or more general-purpose programming languages and compliers.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Proven experience in building out quantum-safe solutions (e.g., quantum key distribution or post-quantum cryptography) for clients and customers
• Proven experience in adopting and deploying emerging technologies (e.g., AI, blockchain or quantum) in finance
• Graduate degree in computer engineering, computer science, IT or related disciplines

About Us
JPMorgan Chase & Co., 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. For those in eligible roles, we offer discretionary incentive compensation which may be awarded in recognition of firm performance and 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 is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans
About the Team
The Chief Technology Office oversees enabling components inclusive of the top quality engineering and architecture tools and practices, key program management and processes as well as the technology workforce strategy required to make us a leading technology company for our customers, clients and colleagues around the world.
High Risk Roles (HRR) are sensitive roles within the technology organization that require high assurance of the integrity of staff by virtue of 1) sensitive cybersecurity and technology functions they perform within systems or 2) information they receive regarding sensitive cybersecurity or technology matters. Users in these roles are subject to enhanced pre-hire screening which includes both criminal and credit background checks (as allowed by law). The enhanced screening will need to be successfully completed prior to commencing employment or assignment.