Lead Data Engineer - Data Platform

J.P. Morgan; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial services firm is seeking a Data Platform Engineer to build and optimize infrastructure for financial products at scale. In this role, you will set up modern data platforms, manage data pipelines, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate has problem-solving skills, knowledge of data structures, and experience with Kubernetes or Docker. Strong adaptability and collaboration are valued in this position, which aims to create customer-centered solutions.

Qualifications

• Strong problem-solving abilities and ability to work independently.
• Flexibility with various tools and languages.
• Solid understanding of data structures.
• Experience with Kubernetes or Docker.

Responsibilities

• Build infrastructure to support financial products at scale.
• Set up and optimize data platforms.
• Develop custom solutions as needed.
• Help teams leverage data platform capabilities.
• Point of contact for regulatory and control aspects.
• Set up and maintain data pipelines.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Flexibility with tools and languages

Knowledge of data structures

Experience with Kubernetes

Experience with Docker

Tools

Kubernetes

Docker

Cloud platform

Kafka

RabbitMQ

Pulsar

Spark

Flink

Job description

Overview

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.

Job Summary:

As a Data Platform Engineer at JPMorgan Chase in the Accelerator business, you will build and extend infrastructure to support financial products at scale. You will set up and optimize data platforms, enabling modern data services for applications, and work closely with teams to identify and address their data needs. You’ll be a key contact for regulatory and control aspects, ensuring our solutions meet compliance requirements while driving innovation.

Job Responsibilities

• Build infrastructure to support financial products at scale
• Set up and optimize data platforms to provide modern data services for applications
• Use open source products and develop custom solutions when needed
• Help teams identify and leverage data platform capabilities
• Serve as a point of contact for regulatory and control aspects of data
• Set up and maintain data pipelines

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills and independent analysis
• Show flexibility with tools and languages, adapting to varied technical challenges
• Possess solid knowledge of data structures
• Have experience with either Kubernetes or Docker

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Experience with at least one cloud platform
• Familiarity with message brokers such as Kafka, RabbitMQ, or Pulsar
• Experience with Kafka Connect
• Experience in setting up data platforms and establishing standards
• Experience with distributed data processing frameworks (e.g., Spark or Flink)

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