Director of Software Engineering Finance Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

Role Overview: As the Director of Software Engineering at JPMorgan Chase within the Commercial & Investment Bank Finance Planning & Analysis (FP&A) technology, you will play a crucial role as the transformation lead, shaping the future of financial planning technology. Your responsibilities will include leading modernization initiatives, defining multi-year technology strategies, and championing innovation in FP&A processes. Key Responsibilities: - Lead transformation initiatives to modernize FP&A technology platforms, focusing on innovation, operational excellence, and strategic impact. - Define and execute multi-year technology strategies, anticipating future business needs and industry trends. - Architect and implement driver-based planning solutions to enable dynamic, data-driven decision-making across multiple Sub-LoBs. - Introduce and scale challenger models to enhance forecasting accuracy and support scenario analysis. - Evaluate, implement, and optimize AI/ML technologies for predictive analytics, financial modeling, and automated forecasting. - Inspire and mentor cross-functional teams to foster a collaborative and innovative environment. - Oversee a portfolio of complex projects, ensuring alignment with financial regulations, data protection standards, and seamless system integration. - Develop and uphold data architecture standards, reliability, and governance frameworks. - Influence senior stakeholders including CFO organization, business heads, and C-suite executives, acting as a trusted advisor and transformation champion. Qualifications Required: - Formal training or certification on FP&A concepts and a minimum of 10 years of applied experience. - 5+ years of experience leading technologists to manage, anticipate, and solve complex technical challenges within your domain. - Hands-on experience with financial planning and analysis processes, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis. - Experience in implementing technology solutions for FP&A teams, driving process automation and analytics. - Proven track record as a transformation lead, delivering mission-critical projects with budgets exceeding $10M and driving change across organizational boundaries. - Deep functional knowledge of finance and treasury products, with experience in investment management. - Strong background in data architecture, cloud platforms (Databricks, Snowflake, Airflow), and analytics. - Demonstrated experience with driver-based planning, challenger models, and AI/ML forecasting solutions. - Exceptional communication skills, with executive presence and the ability to influence senior leaders. - Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related technical field.,