Senior Director of Software Engineering - Head of Data Catalog

ZipRecruiter; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm is seeking a Senior Director of Software Engineering to oversee the design and integration of data catalog products. This role involves leading technical initiatives, managing stakeholder relationships, and aligning technical strategies with business objectives. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in data platforms and cloud technologies, particularly AWS, while fostering a diverse and inclusive team culture.

Qualifications

• Significant practical experience and leadership in managing complex technical projects.
• Deep expertise in managing large-scale data platforms, especially with AI/ML.
• Proven proficiency in technical solutions and vendor relations.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical engineering for Data Catalog integration across the Firm.
• Provide strategic leadership across platforms and divisions.
• Manage critical data initiatives using SaaS platforms and AWS.

Skills

Management of complex technical projects

Large-scale data platforms

AWS technologies

Kubernetes

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Education

Formal training or certification in software engineering

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

As the Senior Director of Software Engineering - Head of Data Catalog in the Chief Data and Analytics Office (CDAO) Data Platforms team, you will lead the design and engineering of the firmwide data catalog across the Firm. You will build products that enable users across the organization to easily find and access data. You will understand how to best use open standards such as Iceberg and Parquet to support seamless integration across data catalogs and platforms. The products you develop will support data governance and lineage initiatives, helping users understand their data and its origins. As a technical engineering leader, you will oversee the end-to-end journey of data scientists, ensuring tight integration of data catalogs with AI/ML platforms.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead technical engineering efforts for Data Catalog integration across the Firm, implementing interoperability standards like Iceberg.
• Provide leadership and strategic direction to teams across multiple platforms, divisions, and lines of business.
• Execute critical data initiatives focused on data access, governance, entitlements, and infrastructure development using SaaS platforms and AWS.
• Partner with product teams to align technical programs with strategic business outcomes.
• Manage multiple stakeholders and complex, cross-product projects.
• Influence senior leaders and peers across business, product, and technology units.
• Promote the firm's culture of diversity, equity, and respect.
• Prepare and present technical reports and updates to senior leadership, including the Operating Committee.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Formal training or certification in software engineering, with significant practical experience and leadership in managing complex technical projects.
• Deep expertise in managing large-scale data platforms, especially their integration with AI/ML solutions.
• Proven proficiency in technical solutions, vendor relations, and solution implementation.
• Ability to align technical strategies with regulatory and business goals.
• Extensive experience with AWS technologies, cloud infrastructure, Kubernetes, and other cloud platforms.
• Experience in hiring, developing, and recognizing talent.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven leadership in managing change, dependencies, and high-pressure environments.
• Expertise in stakeholder management and driving aligned outcomes.

About Us

J.P. Morgan is a global leader in financial services, providing strategic advice and products worldwide. We value diversity and are committed to equal opportunity employment, ensuring a respectful and inclusive environment for all employees.

About The Team

Our Corporate Functions support areas such as finance, risk, HR, and marketing, playing a vital role in our company's success.