Senior Lead Software Engineer - Java

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

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Glasgow is seeking a Java Team Lead to lead a development team focused on creating employee compliance solutions. In this role, you will collaborate with stakeholders and ensure adherence to regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in Java, Spring Framework, and database technologies, combined with excellent communication and leadership skills. Join us to make a meaningful impact in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience leading and mentoring Java developers.
• Proficiency in database technologies and problem-solving.
• Knowledge of compliance processes and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of Java developers.
• Oversee design and development of compliance applications.
• Conduct code reviews and provide feedback.

Skills

Spring Framework

RESTful APIs

Microservices architecture

SQL

Oracle

Problem-solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Agile methodologies

DevOps practices

Job description

Join us and make a meaningful impact by leading the development of technology solutions that ensure organizational compliance and integrity. As a Java Team Lead, you’ll collaborate with talented professionals, work with cutting-edge technologies, and help shape a compliant and ethical workplace. We value your leadership, technical expertise, and commitment to continuous improvement.

Job Summary

As a Java Team Lead in the Employee Compliance Technology team, you will lead and mentor a team of developers to design, build, and maintain compliance solutions. You will collaborate with compliance officers, business stakeholders, and technology partners to deliver high‑quality software that meets regulatory and internal standards. Your role will focus on fostering a culture of collaboration, technical excellence, and continuous improvement.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of Java developers, fostering collaboration and technical excellence.
• Oversee the design, development, and deployment of employee compliance applications and services.
• Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, and aligned with regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to gather requirements and deliver effective solutions.
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to ensure adherence to best practices.
• Drive continuous improvement in development processes and team performance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in a timely manner.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, compliance regulations, and emerging technologies.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Experience with Spring Framework, RESTful APIs, and microservices architecture.
• Proficiency in database technologies such as SQL and Oracle.
• Excellent problem‑solving, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast‑paced environment.
• Experience with Agile methodologies and DevOps practices.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Understanding of employee compliance processes and regulatory requirements.
• Experience leading and mentoring development teams.
• Familiarity with emerging technologies relevant to compliance solutions.

Why Join Us?

You will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on organizational compliance and integrity, working with cutting‑edge technologies in a collaborative and supportive environment.