Software Engineer III - GCP

JPMorganChase; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Glasgow is looking for a Software Engineer III to join their agile team. This role involves developing robust cloud technology products and requires strong skills in cloud software development, particularly in Google Cloud and Terraform. The ideal candidate will have a background in Java, Python, or Go, and will be involved in various aspects of the software development life cycle. The position is essential for driving innovation and enhancing the firm's multi-cloud capabilities.

Qualifications

• Experience with cloud software development and proficiency in Google Cloud.
• Knowledge of programming languages like Java, Python, or Go.
• Hands-on experience with Terraform and Kubernetes.

Responsibilities

• Develop secure and high-quality production code.
• Contribute to product design and application functionality.
• Advocate firm-wide frameworks and practices.

Skills

Cloud software development concepts

Google Cloud

Problem-solving skills

Agile methodologies

Java

Python

Go

Infrastructure as code with Terraform

Cloud-native architectures

Kubernetes

Education

Formal training or certification on cloud software development

Job description

Drive innovation as a core member of our agile team - constantly pushing boundaries to develop, build and deliver cutting‑edge cloud technology products. With our remit expanding to become truly multi‑cloud, you’ll spearhead our Google Cloud enablement journey while continuing to elevate the firm’s AWS and Azure offerings.

As a Software Engineer III at JPMorgan Chase within Infrastructure Platforms Cloud Foundation Services, you are an essential member of an agile team dedicated to enhancing, building, and delivering trusted, market‑leading technology products in a secure, stable, and scalable manner. Your role involves creating business impact through your skills and contributions, utilizing technical expertise and problem‑solving methodologies to address a wide range of challenges across various technologies and applications.

Job responsibilities

• Develop secure and high‑quality production code, review and debug code written by others.
• Contribute to product design, application functionality, and technical operations and processes.
• Actively contribute to the engineering community as an advocate of firm‑wide frameworks, tools, and practices of the Software Development Life Cycle.
• Influence peers and project decision‑makers to consider the use and application of leading‑edge technologies.
• Add to the team culture of diversity, opportunity, inclusion, and respect.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Formal training or certification on cloud software development concepts and proficient applied experience.
• Practical experience with Google Cloud; hands‑on expertise with other public clouds such as AWS or Azure will also be considered.
• Hands‑on experience with Terraform for infrastructure as code to efficiently manage cloud resources.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proven experience in software development, with a strong focus on development practices such as Agile, Scrum, or DevOps.
• Advanced in one or more programming language(s) – Java, Python or Go.
• An understanding of cloud‑native architectures and microservices design.
• Proficient in all aspects of the Software Development Life Cycle.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• AWS, Azure or Google certification.
• Comfortable working in an environment where pairing and Software Teaming are common practices to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing.
• Experience with Spec by Example to ensure high‑quality software delivery.
• Ability to work effectively across teams and time zones, ensuring seamless collaboration and communication in a global environment.
• Experience collaborating with architects to align on technical strategies and ensure architectural integrity in software solutions.
• Experience with Kubernetes.

About Us

JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

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 FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

About the Team

Our Corporate Technology team relies on smart, driven people like you to develop applications and provide tech support for all our corporate functions across our network. Your efforts will touch lives all over the financial spectrum and across all our divisions: Global Finance, Corporate Treasury, Risk Management, Human Resources, Compliance, Legal, and within the Corporate Administrative Office. You’ll be part of a team specifically built to meet and exceed our evolving technology needs, as well as our technology controls agenda.