Director of Software Engineering, Payments EMEA Regulatory Data | Glasgow, UK

JPMorgan Chase & Co.; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Director of Software Engineering to lead a dynamic team within the Payments Technology sector. This role involves driving innovation and managing complex projects while utilizing cutting-edge technologies like AI and ML. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software engineering, cloud implementations, and leadership, with a focus on delivering high-quality solutions. Join a company that values diversity and inclusion, and be part of a team that shapes the future of financial services across the EMEA region.

Qualifications

• Extensive applied experience in software engineering.
• Proven ability in hiring and developing talent.

Responsibilities

• Lead technology and process implementations to achieve objectives.
• Deliver technical solutions applicable across multiple domains.

Skills

Pyspark

AWS Cloud

Databricks

Java

Cloud-native development

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Formal training in software engineering

Masters or Ph.D. in software/data engineering

Job description

Director of Software Engineering, Payments EMEA Regulatory Data

Job Description

If you are a software engineering leader ready to take the reins and drive impact, we've got an opportunity just for you.

As a Director of Software Engineering at JPMorgan Chase, you will lead a technical area within the Commercial and Investment Banking Payments Technology team, driving impact across departments. Utilize your deep knowledge of software, applications, technical processes, and product management to manage multiple complex projects and initiatives, serving as a primary decision-maker and fostering innovation and solution delivery.

In this role, you will promote impactful changes, manage projects, and be a catalyst for innovation. JPMorgan Chase processes payments averaging $10 trillion, with ongoing innovations like JP Coin, expansion into new markets, and real-time settlement enhancements. As regulations evolve, advanced technologies are crucial to maintain or boost business momentum.

If you're passionate about tackling engineering challenges with cutting-edge technologies including AI and ML, join us in transforming regulatory reporting within the Payments sector. This role is based in the dynamic EMEA region, requiring a blend of business understanding across jurisdictions and sustainable technology solutions. You will lead a team of 25+ professionals, including 3-4 direct-report managers, driving innovation and excellence. We seek a leader eager to harness modern technology to deliver autonomous solutions, manage stakeholders, and inspire alignment with our vision.

Job Responsibilities

1. Lead technology and process implementations to achieve functional objectives.
2. Be accountable for decisions affecting resources, budgets, operations, and process execution.
3. Maintain governance over coding decisions, control obligations, and success measures like cost of ownership and maintainability.
4. Deliver technical solutions applicable across multiple businesses and domains.
5. Influence peers and senior stakeholders across business, product, and technology teams.
6. Champion diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect within the firm.
7. Possess deep expertise in cloud implementations and security controls.
8. Adopt newer technologies including AI and ML.
9. Implement reliable platforms with high availability (three nines or more).
10. Maintain a problem-solving mindset.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Formal training or certification in software engineering and extensive applied experience.
• Experience leading cross-functional technologist teams.
• Proven ability in hiring, developing, and recognizing talent.
• Experience as a Product Owner or Product Manager.
• Practical cloud-native development experience.
• Expertise in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related fields.
• Deep knowledge of Pyspark, AWS Cloud, Databricks, Java.
• Experience in implementing scaled platforms.
• Excellent communication skills for diverse stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Hands-on coding experience.
• Understanding of EMEA regulations.
• Adept at working across multiple time zones.
• Subject matter expertise in Payments.
• Masters or Ph.D. in software or data engineering disciplines preferred.

About Us

J.P. Morgan is a global leader in financial services, providing strategic advice and products to prominent clients worldwide. Our approach focuses on trusted, long-term partnerships to help clients achieve their objectives. We value diversity and inclusion, and are committed to equal opportunity employment and reasonable accommodations.

About the Team

J.P. Morgan's Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader in banking, markets, securities services, and payments, serving clients in over 100 countries.

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