Lead Software Engineer - Python

TN United Kingdom; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to join their agile team in Bournemouth. This role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge technology products, focusing on enhancing and delivering secure and scalable solutions. You will be responsible for developing high-quality production code and leading initiatives to improve operational stability. The position emphasizes collaboration and diversity, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about technology and software engineering. Join a dynamic environment where you can truly make an impact!

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in system design and application development.
• Advanced Python skills with a focus on clean and efficient code.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and troubleshoot technical issues creatively.
• Lead evaluation sessions with vendors and internal teams.

Skills

Python Programming

Django

Database Management

Automation

Cloud Platforms (AWS)

Agile Methodologies

Software Development Life Cycle

Technical Problem Solving

Education

Formal Training in Software Engineering

Tools

CockroachDB

Django REST Framework

CI/CD Tools

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Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

Job Description:

We have an opportunity to impact your career and provide an adventure where you can push the limits of what's possible.

As a Lead Software Engineer at JPMorgan Chase within the Infrastructure Platforms, 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. You are responsible for conducting critical technology solutions across multiple technical areas within various business functions in support of the firm’s business objectives.

The team builds and maintains the CockroachDB Managed service across both private and public clouds; a self-service product that operates across all LOBs. We are a team of 20 split between the UK and USA, operating in a fast-growing and ever-changing environment with several large-scale projects ongoing.

Job responsibilities

• Execute creative software solutions, design, develop, and troubleshoot technical issues, thinking beyond routine approaches to build solutions or resolve problems.
• Develop secure, high-quality production code, review, and debug code written by others.
• Identify opportunities to automate or eliminate recurring issues to improve operational stability.
• Lead evaluation sessions with external vendors, startups, and internal teams to assess architectural designs and technical credentials for system integration.
• Lead communities of practice across Software Engineering to promote awareness and adoption of new technologies.
• Contribute to a team culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Formal training or certification in software engineering concepts and practical experience.
• Hands-on experience with system design, application development, testing, and operational stability.
• Advanced Python programming skills, with the ability to write clean, efficient, and maintainable code; experience with database management and optimization.
• Proficiency in automation and continuous delivery methods.
• Knowledge of all aspects of the Software Development Life Cycle.
• Experience developing web applications using Django and Django REST Framework, focusing on scalable and maintainable APIs.
• Experience with public cloud platforms (preferably AWS) and infrastructure as code.
• Understanding of agile methodologies such as CI/CD, application resiliency, and security.
• Proficiency in software applications and technical processes within disciplines like cloud, AI, ML, or mobile.
• In-depth knowledge of the financial services industry and IT systems.
• Practical experience with cloud-native technologies.