Python Lead Engineer – Risk Tech, AI-Driven & Scalable

JP Morgan Chase; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorganChase is seeking a Lead Software Engineer (Vice President) for the Market Risk Technology team in Glasgow. You will be a core technical contributor driving secure, scalable solutions across risk platforms and time series/ scenario management systems, collaborating with front‑office risk teams and vendors to deliver trusted technology.

You will lead design and delivery of production code, mentor engineers, and help embed agile, CI/CD, and responsible AI practices across a global

Qualifications

• Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts.
• Advanced development experience in Python, Java, or another object‑oriented language.
• Hands‑on practical experience delivering system design, application development, testing, and operational stability.
• Proficient in SDLC including automation and continuous delivery methods.
• Strong understanding of agile methodologies, CI/CD, resiliency, and security practices.
• Experience with cloud native development and AI‑assisted engineering tools.

Responsibilities

• Interface with stakeholders and tech teams to deliver high‑quality solutions.
• Develop secure, production‑grade code and review peers’ work.
• Identify and automate remediation to improve operational stability.
• Lead Python service and API design for risk workflows, ensuring scalability and reliability.
• Drive architectural design evaluations with vendors and internal teams.
• Promote responsible AI use and secure coding practices across the team.

Skills

Python

Java

System design

CI/CD

Cloud

Job description

JPMorganChase is seeking a Lead Software Engineer (Vice President) for the Market Risk Technology team in Glasgow. You will be a core technical contributor driving secure, scalable solutions across risk platforms and time series/ scenario management systems, collaborating with front‑office risk teams and vendors to deliver trusted technology.

You will lead design and delivery of production code, mentor engineers, and help embed agile, CI/CD, and responsible AI practices across a global