Software Engineer III - Python/Go & AWS

J.P. Morgan; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution seeks a Software Engineer III for its Corporate and Investment Bank, focusing on advancing cloud runtime compute solutions. The role encompasses cloud product engineering, cross-functional collaboration, and documentation responsibility in an agile environment. Ideal candidates will possess cloud expertise and experience with diverse programming languages.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in software development lifecycle with operational stability.
• Strong experience with multiple programming languages.
• Practical cloud-native experience essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and engineer cloud runtime compute products with a security-first approach.
• Collaborate with teams for threat modeling and solution design.
• Create documentation to support product development.

Skills

Cloud concepts

System design

Application development

Agile methodologies

Networking in cloud environments

Education

Formal training on Cloud concepts

AWS Certified Solution Architect

Tools

Terraform

GoLang

Python

Rego

GQL

Job description

We have an exciting and rewarding opportunity for you to take your software engineering career to the next level.

As a Software Engineer III at JPMorgan Chase within the Corporate and Investment Bank Runtime Compute Team, part of Corporate and Investment Bank Cloud Success, you will be integral to an agile team environment. Your role involves collaborating closely with stakeholders and customers across the Corporate and Investment Bank, as well as partnering with Infrastructure Platforms technology and Cybersecurity & Technology Controls teams. You will be responsible for advancing the development and deployment of cloud runtime compute products and features across the organization. Additionally, you will engage in initiatives aimed at reducing runtime compute costs, enhancing reliability and performance, and contributing to the development of robust runtime compute strategies and solutions.

Job Responsibilities

• Cloud Runtime Compute Engineering: Develop and engineer cloud runtime compute products and solutions with a security-first approach. Ensure compliance with the firm's security control policies and procedures throughout the product lifecycle, utilizing technologies such as Terraform, Rego, GQL, Sentinel, GoLang, Python, and other languages as required.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work collaboratively with engineers and architects in Infrastructure Platform teams, engage with Runtime Compute Product Security for threat modelling, and partner with CIB SRE, Architecture, and application teams for investigations and solution design.
• Teamwork and Support: Actively participate in team activities, communicate effectively, and support team members as needed. Work towards aligning on project goals and timelines, fostering a cooperative and positive work environment.
• Documentation: Create and maintain user guides, architecture and design records, and other essential documentation to support product development and usage.
• Cultural Contribution: Actively contribute to a team culture that values diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect, fostering a positive and collaborative organizational environment.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Formal training or certification on Cloud concepts and proficient applied experience
• Practical cloud native experience
• Hands-on experience in system design, application development, testing, and maintaining operational stability throughout the software development lifecycle, incorporating agile methodologies and practices.
• Strong experience with more than one programming language

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Proven ability to navigate complex organizational structures, with particular emphasis on familiarity with JPMorgan Chase, especially within the CIB division
• Experience owning and operating a complex containerized runtime compute solution, e.g. AWS ECS or EKS
• Experience as an Application Owner at JPMorgan is highly valued, demonstrating a deep understanding of the firm's policies, procedures, and strategic objectives
• Familiarity with JPMorgan Chase's security policies, procedures and standards, or a willingness to learn
• Knowledge of networking and routing in cloud environments, including the ability to create and manage network policies effectively
• Experience with cloud roles, permissions, and role-based access control, particularly within a containerized cloud environment
• AWS Certificated Solution Architect certification, or a strong interest in obtaining it