Lead Software Engineer- Java, Go and AWS | Glasgow, UK

JPMorgan Chase & Co.; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

J.P. Morgan is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to join their Payments Technology team in Glasgow. The role involves modernizing key authentication platforms, leading a diverse team, and leveraging cutting-edge technologies within a dynamic work environment. Ideal candidates will have expertise in Java, cloud platforms, and a strong understanding of application architecture.

Qualifications

• Expertise in application and data architecture.
• Experience with OAuth2/OpenID Connect and SAML.
• Proficiency in Java or similar languages.

Responsibilities

• Modernize authentication and authorization platforms across channels.
• Drive quality and efficiency in the software development lifecycle.
• Lead evaluation sessions for system integration.

Skills

Collaboration

Application architecture

Data architecture

Authentication practices

Programming in Java

Education

Formal training in software engineering

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

Lead Software Engineer - Java, Go, and AWS

Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for you to elevate your software engineering career. As a Lead Software Engineer at JPMorgan Chase within the Payments Technology team, you will be a key part of an agile team dedicated to enhancing, building, and delivering trusted market-leading technology products in a secure, stable, and scalable manner. Your mission is to be part of a team of innovators creating the next-generation Identity and Access Management solution. Your expertise in design, analytics, development, coding, and testing will help deliver business value securely and robustly.

Your expertise across various technology domains will guide strategic decisions and solve complex, mission-critical problems. Your enthusiasm for adopting leading-edge technologies and methodologies will inspire your team, leveraging a global network of technologists.

Job Responsibilities

• Modernize authentication and authorization platforms across channels and domains.
• Evaluate and prototype cutting-edge internal and vendor solutions for user authentication.
• Integrate innovative anti-fraud and biometric authentication solutions into customer-facing applications.
• Utilize APIs and SDKs for niche solutions and open standards.
• Drive quality and efficiency in the software development lifecycle.
• Set and model high technical standards for the team.
• Lead evaluation sessions to assess architectural designs and technical credentials for system integration.
• Contribute to a team culture emphasizing diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Formal training or certification in software engineering concepts and practical experience.
• Expertise in application and data architecture disciplines.
• Advanced knowledge of architecture, design, and business processes.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in local and global teams.
• Experience with authentication practices and solutions such as OAuth2/OpenID Connect, SAML, Facebook Login, Google Sign-In.
• Proficiency in Java or other general-purpose programming languages.
• Experience with cloud-native platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Flexibility to work across different technology stacks and applications.

About Us

J.P. Morgan is a global leader in financial services, providing strategic advice and products worldwide. We aim to build trusted, long-term partnerships to help clients achieve their objectives. We value diversity and inclusion and are committed to equal opportunity employment, making accommodations for various needs.

About the Team

J.P. Morgan's Commercial & Investment Bank is a leader across banking, markets, securities services, and payments, operating in over 100 countries, providing strategic advice, risk management, and liquidity solutions globally.

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