Lead Software Engineer - Front End

ZipRecruiter; England; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company seeks a Lead Software Engineer to join their Strategy and Growth Office. This role focuses on developing innovative front-end solutions in a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates will possess strong engineering skills, adaptability, and a passion for technology. The position offers opportunities for personal and professional growth within a diverse team committed to excellence.

Qualifications

• Strong engineering mindset with emphasis on scalability and performance.
• Ability to thrive in cross-functional teams and adapt to rapid changes.

Responsibilities

• Design and build scalable front-end solutions using TypeScript and React.
• Provide feedback to maintain high code quality and participate in technical discussions.

Skills

Collaboration

Problem Solving

Communication

Adaptability

Quick Learning

Education

Formal training or certification in software engineering

Tools

TypeScript

React

Job description

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Out of the successful launch of Chase in 2021, we’re a new team, with a new mission. We’re creating products that solve real-world problems and put customers at the center - all in an environment that nurtures skills and helps you realize your potential. Our team is key to our success. We’re people-first. We value collaboration, curiosity, and commitment.

As a Lead Software Engineer at JPMorgan Chase within the Strategy and Growth Office, you are the heart of this venture, focused on getting smart ideas into the hands of our customers. You have a curious mindset, thrive in collaborative squads, and are passionate about new technology. By your nature, you are also solution-oriented, commercially savvy, and have a head for fintech. You thrive working in tribes and squads that focus on specific products and projects – and depending on your strengths and interests, you'll have the opportunity to move between them.

While we’re looking for professional skills, culture is just as important to us. We understand that everyone's unique – and that diversity of thought, experience, and background is what makes a good team, great. By bringing people with different points of view together, we can represent everyone and truly reflect the communities we serve. This way, there's scope for you to make a significant difference – on us as a company, and on our clients and business partners around the world.

Job responsibilities :

• Contribute to designing and building scalable and performant front-end solutions written in TypeScript using React / React.
• Advocate for and encourage high standards and best practices to maintain high code quality.
• Provide constructive and insightful feedback to teammates, participating in a strong engineering culture.
• Write testable code, built for scalability, reliability, and resilience.
• Work as part of a cross-functional squad, taking ownership of issues and bringing together necessary stakeholders to drive decision-making and action.
• Be an active participant in technical discussions, contributing with insightful and informed opinions to the decision-making process.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills:

• Formal training or certification in software engineering concepts and applied experience.
• Technical: Highly competent, with a strong engineering-first mindset, an ability to solve complex problems elegantly with an emphasis on scalability and performance.
• Adaptability: Thrive in an environment of uncertainty and rapid changes in direction.
• Collaborative Experience: A team player who thrives in working in cross-functional teams, driving things forward.
• Quick Learner: Demonstrate a knack for rapid learning and possess an ambitious, results-driven personality.
• Strong Communication: Excellent communication and organizational skills to work effectively within a fast-paced, high-performing team.
• Team Player: Ability to excel as part of a cohesive team in a high-speed environment.
• As our company continues to expand, you can expect new and exciting growth opportunities to arise swiftly.

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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 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 value diversity highly. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, gender, age, religion, marital or veteran status, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

About The Team

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.