Lead Software Engineer AEM

JPMorgan Chase & Co.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company is seeking a Lead Software Engineer in Greater London to design and deliver technology products for its Markets team. You will lead software solutions, collaborate across teams, and maintain operational stability in systems. Candidates should have strong experience with Java, REST services, and Adobe products, along with a commitment to fostering an inclusive culture. This role offers the opportunity to significantly influence our success and enhance client experiences.

Qualifications

• Experience leading technologists to solve complex technical challenges.
• Hands-on experience with Content Management Systems.
• Experience managing software engineering teams to deliver production-grade solutions.
• Demonstrated coaching and mentoring experience.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute creative software solutions, design, development, and technical troubleshooting.
• Develop secure, high-quality production code and review/debug code written by others.
• Identify opportunities to automate or eliminate recurring issues.
• Lead evaluation sessions to assess architectural designs and credentials.
• Drive communities of practice to promote new technologies.

Skills

Java

REST services

Spring

Spring Boot

JavaScript

HTML

CSS

React

Education

Formal training or certification in software engineering concepts

Tools

Adobe Experience Manager (AEM)

Adobe products

Job description

Join us and shape the future of technology in financial markets. You will have the chance to innovate, collaborate, and grow your career in a supportive environment. We value your expertise and encourage you to push boundaries while working with cutting-edge tools and talented colleagues. Your contributions will make a real impact on our business and clients. Experience a culture that celebrates diversity, inclusion, and opportunity.

As a Lead Software Engineer in the Markets team, you will play a key role in designing and delivering trusted technology products. You will work within an agile team, driving solutions that support our business objectives. Your technical leadership will help us build secure, stable, and scalable systems. You will collaborate across teams and functions, contributing to a culture of innovation and respect. Your work will directly influence our success and the experience of our clients.

Job Responsibilities

• Execute creative software solutions, design, development, and technical troubleshooting
• Develop secure, high-quality production code and review and debug code written by others
• Identify opportunities to automate or eliminate recurring issues to improve operational stability
• Lead evaluation sessions with vendors, startups, and internal teams to assess architectural designs and technical credentials
• Drive communities of practice to promote awareness and adoption of new technologies
• Foster a team culture of diversity, inclusion, opportunity, and respect

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Formal training or certification in software engineering concepts
• Experience leading technologists to solve complex technical challenges
• Hands-on experience with Content Management Systems, including Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) and Adobe products
• Experience managing software engineering teams to deliver production-grade solutions
• Experience guiding teams to achieve objectives aligned with strategic initiatives
• Demonstrated coaching and mentoring experience
• Proficiency in Java, REST services, Spring, and Spring Boot
• Proficiency in JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and React
• Ability to collaborate with stakeholders and independently solve design and functionality challenges
• Practical experience in system design, application development, testing, and operational stability
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with excellent customer focus and communication abilities

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Experience recruiting, mentoring, and rewarding top talent
• Advanced Adobe product experience, especially Content Fragments, including design and implementation
• Familiarity with GraphQL