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Lead AI Engineer

Bellevue, WA · On-site

$155K - $167K/yr

Build and maintain REST API Services (FastAPI etc.) to deploy LLM/RAG endpoints, integrate with ... Strong programming expertise in Python is must including: * Async programming (asyncio, async/await)

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As of Jul 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for python fastapi developer in Seattle, WA is $66.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $55.00 and $75.77 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Python FastAPI Developer job?

A Python FastAPI Developer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining backend applications using FastAPI, a modern web framework for building APIs with Python. They work on creating high-performance APIs, integrating with databases, implementing authentication, and ensuring scalability. This role often involves working with asynchronous programming, cloud services, and containerization tools like Docker. Developers collaborate with teams to create efficient, secure, and well-documented API endpoints for web and mobile applications.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Python Fastapi Developer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Python FastAPI Developer, you need strong proficiency in Python programming, experience designing RESTful APIs with FastAPI, and a background in web development concepts. Familiarity with version control systems like Git, containerization tools such as Docker, and knowledge of cloud platforms or SQL/NoSQL databases are commonly required, and certifications in cloud services or Python development can be advantageous. Excellent problem-solving skills, effective communication, and the ability to collaborate in agile teams help developers contribute efficiently to complex projects. These competencies ensure robust, scalable backend solutions and smooth coordination within development teams to meet business goals.

What are some typical daily tasks for a Python FastAPI Developer?

A Python FastAPI Developer typically spends their day designing, developing, and maintaining RESTful APIs to support web or mobile applications. This involves writing clean and efficient Python code, collaborating with frontend developers or other backend engineers to integrate new features, and ensuring the application meets performance and security standards. Developers also participate in code reviews, debugging, and continuous integration processes, while regularly communicating with product managers or stakeholders to align on project requirements. Staying up to date with FastAPI enhancements and industry best practices is also a common part of the role.

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Lead Software Engineer - Full Stack

Lead Software Engineer - Full Stack

JP Morgan Chase

Seattle, WA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Re-posted yesterday

JPMorgan Chase & Co. rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 487 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

55th of 146 rated banks

Job description

We have an opportunity to impact your career and provide an adventure where you can push the limits of what's possible.

As a Lead Software Engineer at JPMorganChase within Network Services team, you will take technical ownership of core services in a multi-vendor CDN control plane, partnering with stakeholders to deliver capabilities that improve performance, reliability, and safety. You'll design, build, and run production services, drive system design decisions, and strengthen engineering standards across the team. You'll contribute to an inclusive culture grounded in respect, ownership, and continuous improvement. 

Job responsibilities

  • Design, build, and run secure, scalable backend services and APIs using Python with Django and/or FastAPI
  • Apply responsible AI-assisted development workflows to accelerate delivery while maintaining strong engineering discipline
  • Automate network services infrastructure and network provisioning workflows, including API integrations and (where needed) React-based user interface components
  • Lead system design efforts and produce clear architecture and design artifacts to support high-quality technical decisions
  • Improve operational stability by eliminating recurring issues through automation, enhanced observability, and resilient design
  • Review code, coach engineers, and raise standards across testing, continuous integration/continuous delivery, security, and reliability
  • Build and maintain high-quality delivery pipelines with automated tests, meaningful coverage, and pragmatic quality gates
  • Partner with internal teams and evaluate external vendors when it accelerates outcomes and aligns to the target architecture
  • Contribute to an inclusive team culture that values collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement
  • Drives team adoption of enterprise-authorized AI-assisted engineering practices within the work environment to improve code quality, delivery speed, and operational outcomes (e.g., AI-assisted code review/refactoring, test strategy acceleration, incident/root-cause analysis support), while establishing consistent validation standards (secure coding, peer review, automated testing) and promoting reuse of effective patterns across the team.
  • Applies knowledge of tools within the Software Development Life Cycle toolchain, including enterprise-authorized AI-assisted development and automation capabilities, to improve the value realized by automation.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

  • Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 5+ years applied experience
  • 5+ years of hands-on software engineering experience with ownership of production systems
  • Strong Python development skills, including writing well-tested, maintainable code
  • Experience building and maintaining APIs using Django and/or FastAPI (or similar frameworks)
  • Strong system design skills across distributed services, data stores (relational and NoSQL), and messaging systems (for example, RabbitMQ)
  • Practical experience running services in the cloud, including Amazon Web Services patterns and services
  • Solid understanding of secure software development lifecycle practices, continuous integration/continuous delivery, and operational excellence (monitoring, alerting, incident response, resiliency)
  • Demonstrated ability to lead through influence via code reviews, technical decision-making, and mentoring within a team
  • Demonstrated experience leading effective use of approved AI-assisted software development tools (e.g., for coding, code review, test acceleration, troubleshooting) with the ability to set team expectations for validating AI outputs for correctness, performance, and security.
  • Strong understanding of responsible AI use in engineering workflows, including data sensitivity considerations, secure handling of inputs/outputs, and adherence to resiliency and security expectations; experience coaching engineers on safe, compliant adoption within delivery practices

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

  • Infrastructure as Code experience (Terraform preferred)
  • Experience with content delivery network, web application firewall, and edge security providers (for example, Cloudflare or Akamai)
  • Familiarity with modern front-end development using React
  • Experience using AI-assisted coding and design tools in production environments with appropriate security and quality controls
  • Experience building in regulated environments and delivering to strong risk and security controls
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 offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of 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 & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans

Our professionals in our Corporate Functions cover a diverse range of areas from finance and risk to human resources and marketing. Our corporate teams are an essential part of our company, ensuring that we're setting our businesses, clients, customers and employees up for success.

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