Lead Python & AI-Driven Risk Tech Engineer

JP Morgan Chase; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

JP MorganChase in the United Kingdom is seeking a Lead Software Engineer (Vice President) to join the Market Risk Technology team. You will help build and deliver trusted market-risk technology platforms in a secure, scalable environment and oversee key engineering initiatives.

You will lead Python and API design for risk workflows, collaborate with analysts and technology teams, and drive AI-assisted engineering practices with a focus on security, reliability, and performance.

Qualifications

• Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts
• Advanced development experience in Python, Java, or another object-oriented programming language
• Hands-on practical experience delivering system design, application development, testing, and operational stability
• Proficient in the Software Development Life Cycle, including automation and continuous delivery
• Experience with cloud, AI/ML, and secure engineering practices
• Understanding of financial services technology and risk systems
• Experience communicating with both business stakeholders and technical teams
• Hands-on experience with AI-assisted software development tools and responsible AI practices

Responsibilities

• Interface with business stakeholders and technology teams to deliver well-integrated, high-quality solutions
• Develop secure, production-grade code and review others' work to maintain engineering excellence
• Lead Python service and API design for risk workflows ensuring scalability and reliability
• Evaluate designs with external vendors and internal teams to drive architecture decisions
• Drive AI-assisted engineering practices and secure coding standards across the team
• Promote automation and SDLC toolchain usage to improve value from automation
• Foster a diverse, inclusive team culture

Skills

Python

Java

Cloud-native development

AI/ML concepts

CI/CD

Secure coding

Agile methodologies

Stakeholder communication

Risk technology domain

Leadership

Job description

JP MorganChase in the United Kingdom is seeking a Lead Software Engineer (Vice President) to join the Market Risk Technology team. You will help build and deliver trusted market-risk technology platforms in a secure, scalable environment and oversee key engineering initiatives.

You will lead Python and API design for risk workflows, collaborate with analysts and technology teams, and drive AI-assisted engineering practices with a focus on security, reliability, and performance.