Lead - Applied Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

Applied AI ML Lead

We have an exciting and rewarding opportunity for you to lead applied AI/ML initiatives that deliver measurable impact and accelerate your career. Join a team that values innovation, creativity, and excellence.

As an Applied AI/ML Lead within the Applied AI/ML team, you design and deliver trusted, scalable AI solutions that advance our business objectives. You partner closely with cross-functional teams and use inclusive, collaborative practices to turn complex data into actionable outcomes. This role is based in Bengaluru with a 2pm–11pm IST schedule to support business needs. 

Job responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end applied AI/ML solution design to solve complex business problems
• Analyze large structured and unstructured datasets to uncover trends and actionable insights
• Select and optimize algorithms and model architectures for diverse business use cases
• Build and deploy prototypes and production-grade models and applications that deliver business value
• Communicate findings and recommendations to senior stakeholders through clear, concise presentations
• Partner across business, technology, and compliance teams to integrate AI/ML into workflows and drive adoption
• Mentor and manage team members to foster innovation, continuous learning, and knowledge sharing 

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Graduate degree (MS or PhD) in Statistics, Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Operations Research, or Economics
• 9+ years of applied machine learning and data science experience delivering production-grade solutions
• Expertise in Python and PySpark with proven ability to build production-ready analytical applications
• Experience analyzing very large structured and unstructured datasets using quantitative and statistical methods
• Hands-on experience developing, deploying, and maintaining machine learning models in enterprise environments
• Minimum 2 years of people management experience (hiring, mentoring, performance management)
• Demonstrated experience presenting analytical findings to senior stakeholders and communicating complex concepts to non-technical audiences 

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Experience with Agentic AI and Generative AI frameworks and applications
• Experience integrating AI/ML models into business workflows and production ecosystems
• Proven ability to act as a trusted advisor on analytics, AI/ML, and emerging technologies
• Strong project management skills with delivery under tight timelines

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 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.

Experience Level

Senior Level