Senior Associate, Software Engineer – Data Platform & Ai ApplicationsSan Francisco, CaliforniaJordan Park provides investment management and financial advice to a distinct community of individuals, families, and institutions. Our clients have made extraordinary contributions to business, philanthropy, government, and society. Our team is composed of empathetic problem solvers with depth and diversity of experience.
We embrace complexity and navigate challenges to empower clients to achieve their optimal outcomes.Our mission is to enhance lives and legacies.Senior Associate, Software Engineer – Data Platform & Ai Applications San Francisco, CaliforniaThe OpportunityJordan Park is seeking a Senior Associate to help build and extend our enterprise data platform and Ai application ecosystem.This role combines advanced data engineering, cloud infrastructure, DevOps discipline, and applied Ai development. The Senior Associate will operate as a senior individual contributor — owning major platform components while partnering closely with leadership and business teams. This is a hands-on technical role with meaningful scope and influence.In this role, you will be responsible for enabling trusted analytics across the firm, integrating proprietary data into Ai systems, automating operational workflows and creating custom apps and tooling.Your RoleData Platform Engineering Design, build, and maintain production-grade SQL data pipelines (e.g., dbt + Snowflake + Python)Develop and manage orchestration workflows (Airflow or equivalent)Create data ingestion processes and API integrationsAi Application Development Build and develop the use of Ai in the form of: LLM apps, RAG architectures, Custom GPTs & Agent systemsIntegrate proprietary firm data securely into Ai workflowsEstablish observability standardsTranslate Ai experimentation into production-grade toolsCloud Infrastructure (AWS) Support AWS-based infrastructure including VPCs, ECS, EKS, S3, etc.Containerize services using Docker and manage workloads in KubernetesEstablish logging, monitoring standardsPython Development & Automation Develop Python-based tools for API integrations, data transformations, ad-hoc in-house applications & toolingBuild reusable modules and maintain code standardsCreate automation solutions that reduce manual operational effortProjects & Communication Partner cross-functionally with Investment, Client Advisory, Operations, and Finance teamsBe self-directed in project management and deliveryTranslate business requirements into technical architectureDeliver executive-ready summaries of platform and Ai initiativesQualificationsRequired:Bachelors degree with 5–8 years of experience in: data engineering, platform engineering, cloud infrastructureRequisite experience in Ai Application development including LLM APIs and RAG PipelinesAWS experience including Docker and KubernetesAdvanced Python proficiencyAdvanced SQL and data modelingExperience implementing CI/CD and DevOps best practicesStrong written and executive communication skillsExperience in wealth management, asset management, or fintechA positive, helpful and can-do attitudePreferred:Salesforce data integration experienceExperience designing secure Ai architecturesExperience mentoring junior engineersCompensation & BenefitsCompensation at Jordan Park includes a base salary, discretionary year-end bonus, benefits and other perks.
We apply a total reward philosophy when determining compensation terms. The expected base salary for this role in San Francisco, California will range from $125,000 to $160,000 per year commensurate with experience, job-related skills, relevant education, licenses and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.Our benefits package includes:Medical, dental & vision insurance – 100% of premium covered for employees401k participation with employer contributionGenerous paid time offCommuter benefits program (pre-paid tax dollars towards your commute)Fitness ReimbursementAnnual Professional Development StipendJordan Park is always seeking great talent. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or family status, veteran status, medical condition or disability.
We comply with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.For information about our privacy practices, including disclosures for California residents, please see our Privacy NoticeJordan Park is an SEC-registered investment adviser (RIA).