Software Engineer II - Order Management System & Infrastructure

JPMorganChase; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company in Glasgow is seeking a Software Engineer to contribute to application development and support. The role involves coding, database management, Linux operations, and exposure to site reliability engineering (SRE). Ideal candidates will have a strong software development foundation and be willing to learn operational excellence in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Opportunities for professional growth

Support for learning new technologies

Qualifications

• Proficiency in at least one programming language (Java, Python, or React).
• Basic experience with SQL and relational databases, preferably Oracle SQL.
• Familiarity with Linux operating systems and command-line tools.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn and apply SRE concepts.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain applications.
• Write and optimize SQL queries.
• Utilize Linux command-line tools for development.
• Assist in monitoring application health and performance.
• Participate in incident response activities.

Skills

Java

Python

React

SQL

Linux

Problem-solving skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Grafana

Prometheus

Splunk

Docker

Kubernetes

Jenkins

GitLab

Job description

As a Software Engineer within Asset & Wealth Management at JPMorgan Chase, you will contribute to the development, deployment, and support of critical applications. In addition to your primary software engineering responsibilities, you will gain exposure to site reliability engineering (SRE) practices, supporting the stability and performance of our systems. This role is ideal for candidates with a strong foundation in software development who are eager to broaden their skills in reliability and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Software Development: Design, develop, test, and maintain applications using Java, Python, or React.
• Participate in code reviews and collaborate with senior engineers to deliver high-quality software solutions.

• Database Management: Write and optimize SQL queries.
• Support database-related tasks, including troubleshooting and performance tuning, primarily with Oracle SQL.

• Linux Operations: Utilize Linux command-line tools for development, deployment, and basic troubleshooting.

• Site Reliability Support: Assist in monitoring application health and performance using tools such as Grafana, Prometheus, or Splunk.
• Participate in incident response activities, including data collection and documentation.
• Contribute to basic automation and scripting tasks to improve operational efficiency.

• Collaboration and Learning: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including SREs and senior software engineers.
• Proactively seek opportunities to learn new technologies and best practices in both software engineering and site reliability.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Proficiency in at least one programming language (Java, Python, or React).
• Basic experience with SQL and relational databases, preferably Oracle SQL.
• Familiarity with Linux operating systems and command-line tools.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn and apply SRE concepts, including monitoring, automation, and incident response.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Exposure to CI/CD tools such as Jenkins or GitLab.
• Experience with monitoring and alerting tools (Grafana, Prometheus, Splunk, etc.).
• Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience with scripting or automation (e.g., Bash, Python).
• Interest in operational excellence and system reliability.

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.

About the Team

J.P. Morgan Asset & Wealth Management delivers industry-leading investment management and private banking solutions. Asset Management provides individuals, advisors and institutions with strategies and expertise that span the full spectrum of asset classes through our global network of investment professionals. Wealth Management helps individuals, families and foundations take a more intentional approach to their wealth or finances to better define, focus and realize their goals.