Lead Software Engineer - Vice President / Senior Associate

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

Job summary

A leading financial services firm is looking for a Lead Software Engineer to develop and enhance software applications for AI/ML platforms in Glasgow. The ideal candidate should have full stack development experience, particularly in Python and Java. This role involves leading technical solutions, enhancing operational efficiency, and fostering a diverse team culture. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in system design and application development.
• Hands-on practical experience ensuring operational stability.
• Demonstrated proficiency in platform development within the financial services industry.

Responsibilities

• Develop software applications for AI/ML platforms.
• Utilize problem-solving skills to troubleshoot complex technical challenges.
• Lead evaluation sessions with vendors and internal teams.

Skills

Full stack development experience

Python

Java

CI/CD/CT methods

Infrastructure as Code

Education

Formal training or certification in software engineering

Tools

Terraform

React

Job description

Overview

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As a Lead Software Engineer at JPMorgan Chase within the AI/ML Data Platforms business, 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. As a core technical contributor, you are responsible for conducting critical technology solutions across multiple technical areas within various business functions in support of the firm's business objectives.

We have 2 roles available with the AI/ML Data Platforms business - a Vice President and Senior Associate role.

Job responsibilities applies below under Responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Develops and writes software applications for AI/ML platforms and building Generative AI based applications including Agents.
• Utilizes creative problem-solving skills to design, develop, and troubleshoot technical solutions, thinking beyond conventional approaches to innovate and resolve complex technical challenges.
• Develops secure high-quality production code, and reviews and debugs code written by others
• Proactively identifies opportunities to streamline, eliminate, or automate the remediation of recurring issues and developer challenges, enhancing the operational efficiency and excellence of software applications and systems.
• Leads evaluation sessions with external vendors, startups, and internal teams to drive outcomes-oriented probing of architectural designs, technical credentials, and applicability for use within existing systems and information architecture
• Leads communities of practice across Software Engineering to drive awareness and use of new and leading-edge technologies
• Adds to team culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts with applied Full stack development experience.
• Practical experience in Infrastructure as Code development, ideally using Terraform.
• Hands-on practical experience in system design, application development, testing, and ensuring operational stability.
• Advanced proficiency in one or more programming languages, with a strong focus on Python and Java.
• Expertise in automation and continuous integration, delivery, and testing (CI/CD/CT) methods.
• Comprehensive understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and Model Development Life Cycle (MDLC).
• Deep understanding of agile methodologies and basic proficiency in architectural frameworks.
• Demonstrated proficiency in platform development and technical processes within a technical discipline (e.g., cloud, artificial intelligence, machine learning, mobile, etc.).
• In-depth knowledge of the financial services industry and their IT systems.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Hands-on experience in UX design and UI development using modern frameworks such as React.
• Proficient in utilizing AI tools to enhance productivity and efficiency in daily tasks.
• Familiarity with architecture design frameworks and tooling standards, including TOGAF.
• Self-motivated and proactive, with a strong ability to identify issues and challenge the status quo.
• Demonstrates initiative in learning and adapting to new technologies and methodologies.
• Proven problem-solving skills with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively within cross-functional teams.

About Us

J.P. Morgan is a global leader in financial services, providing strategic advice and products to the world's most prominent corporations, governments, wealthy individuals and institutional investors. Our first-class business in a first-class way approach to serving clients drives everything we do. We strive to build trusted, long-term partnerships to help our clients achieve their business objectives.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

About the Team

Our professionals in our Corporate Functions cover a diverse range of areas from finance and risk to human resources and marketing. Our corporate teams are an essential part of our company, ensuring that we're setting our businesses, clients, customers and employees up for success.