Cloud Lead Software Engineer

J.P. MORGAN-1; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Cloud Lead Software Engineer to manage cloud infrastructure and lead technical teams. The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in Java, Python, and AWS services, as well as experience with Terraform and DevOps practices. This role promotes innovation and advocates for a diverse workplace.

Qualifications

• Strong skills in Java (or Python) and SQL.
• Deep knowledge of AWS services for solution design.
• Proficiency in Terraform for infrastructure automation.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage cloud infrastructure using AWS.
• Implement infrastructure using Terraform, Docker, and Kubernetes.
• Foster a positive developer experience for engineering teams.

Skills

Java

Python

AWS services

SQL

Terraform

Education

Formal training or certification in software engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Job Description

Ready to take your career to the next level and push the boundaries of what's possible? Join us as a Cloud Lead Software Engineer within our Global Bank Engineering and Architecture team, where you'll deliver secure, scalable technology solutions that drive real business impact.

We're seeking a dynamic individual to lead technical teams, shape product design, and champion best practices across the organization. In this role, you'll develop secure code, review and mentor others, and collaborate to solve complex challenges. You'll also advocate for diversity and inclusion, design robust test cases, ensure application quality, and help prevent issues before they arise – all while tracking key metrics and generating insightful reports.

Job Responsibilities

• Leverage hands‑on experience with AWS to design and manage cloud infrastructure.
• Implement and maintain infrastructure using Terraform, Docker, and Kubernetes.
• Work with a variety of database technologies, including Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, and Cassandra.
• Demonstrate proficiency in modern programming languages (Java, Python, etc.).
• Build prototypes and reference implementations, and enjoy hands‑on coding.
• Apply advanced knowledge of application, data, and infrastructure architecture.
• Foster a positive developer experience and productivity for engineering teams.
• Take initiative and thrive in ambiguous situations.
• Collaborate across a large, matrixed organization to drive innovation.
• Contribute to a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and applied experience.
• Strong skills in Java (or Python) and SQL, with experience in scalable application and data processing.
• Deep knowledge of AWS services (S3, EC2, Lambda, Glue) and cloud‑based solution design.
• Proficiency in Terraform for infrastructure automation.
• Hands‑on experience in system design, application development, testing, and operational stability.
• Experience developing, debugging, and maintaining code in a large corporate environment.
• Solid understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle and agile methodologies (CI/CD, resiliency, security).
• Demonstrated expertise in software applications and technical processes (cloud, AI, ML, mobile, etc.).

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Exposure to Data Lake or Big Data technologies and large‑scale data storage solutions.
• Experience creating clear technical documentation and user guides.

About Us

J.P. Morgan is a global leader in financial services, providing strategic advice and products to the world’s most prominent corporations, governments, wealthy individuals and institutional investors. Our first‑class business in a first‑class way approach to serving clients drives everything we do. We strive to build trusted, long‑term partnerships to help our clients achieve their business objectives.

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.

About The Team

J.P. Morgan’s Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.