Lead Software Engineer- Cloud Engineer-AWS

JPMorgan Chase & Co.; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A major financial institution in Glasgow is seeking a Senior Lead Software Engineer to enhance and deliver technology products. The ideal candidate will have expertise in cloud computing, hands-on AWS experience, and proficiency in multiple programming languages. Responsibilities include developing secure cloud solutions and providing technical guidance within an agile team environment. This role offers opportunities for significant business impact and growth in a collaborative setting.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with AWS and solution architecture.
• Ability to troubleshoot problems independently.
• Knowledge of recent AI developments in cloud environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop cloud runtime compute products with a security-first approach.
• Provide technical guidance to support business objectives.
• Drive decisions that influence product design.

Skills

Cloud concepts

AWS

Programming languages

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Formal training or certification on Cloud concepts

Associate level certification or higher, such as AWS Solutions Architect Associate

Tools

Terraform

GoLang

Python

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Posted:

13.08.2025

Expiry Date:

27.09.2025

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Job Description:

We have an exciting and rewarding opportunity for you to take your software engineering career to the next level.

As a Senior Lead Software Engineer at JPMorgan Chase within the Commercial & Investment Bank, you are an integral part of an agile team that works to enhance, build, and deliver trusted market-leading technology products in a secure, stable, and scalable way. Drive significant business impact through your capabilities and contributions, and apply deep technical expertise and problem-solving methodologies to tackle a diverse array of challenges that span multiple technologies and applications.

Job responsibilities

• Develop and engineer cloud runtime compute products and solutions with a security-first approach. Ensure compliance with the firm's security control policies and procedures throughout the product lifecycle, utilizing technologies such as Terraform, Rego, Sentinel, GoLang, Python, and other languages as required
• Provide technical guidance and direction to support business objectives, collaborating with technical teams, contractors, and vendors
• Drive decisions that influence product design, application functionality, and technical operations and processes
• Operate independently and adapt to changing project needs as an internal consultant focused on delivering results and adding value
• Advocate for firmwide frameworks, tools, and practices within the Software Development Life Cycle
• Influence peers and project decision-makers to adopt leading-edge technologies
• Actively contribute to a team culture that values diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect, fostering a positive and collaborative organizational environment.
  

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Formal training or certification on Cloud concepts and applied experience
• Hands-on experience with AWS, including solution architecture and engineering with a strong focus on container runtime compute platforms
• Advanced skills in more than one programming languages
• Flexibility and adaptability in learning new skills and technologies to meet evolving project demands
• Ability to troubleshoot problems independently and learn from failures
• Strong organizational skills and effective communication abilities
• Knowledge of recent AI developments and their application in cloud environments
• Ability to coach and mentor team members to develop their skills and talents, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Knowledge of JPMorgan Chase's security control procedures and standards
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and applications within the financial industry
• Knowledge of networking and routing in cloud environments, including the ability to create and manage network policies effectively
• Experience in Agile methodologies, particularly Kanban
• Associate level certification or higher, such as AWS Solutions Architect Associate