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**Lead Software Engineer - Java** Spearhead distributed app development, driving our global finance services forward. Lead a collaborative team, designing and delivering reliable, scalable Java & Python-driven systems on AWS. Ideally, bring 7+ years' experience, including Kafka & Terraform. Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science a must. Join a dynamic team that values innovation and continuous improvement at our Glasgow, Lanarkshire UK location.
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- City
- Glasgow
- Country
- United Kingdom
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Full Job Description
Location: GLASGOW, LANARKSHIRE, United Kingdom
Join us to shape the future of Prime Finance Services, where your expertise in software engineering and cloud technologies will make a real difference. Youll collaborate with talented engineers and stakeholders, building reliable systems that power our global business. We value your passion for solving technical challenges and your commitment to operational excellence. At JPMorganChase, youll find opportunities for growth, learning, and meaningful impact. Bring your skills and ambition to a team that thrives on innovation and collaboration.
Job Summary:
As a Lead Software Engineer in Prime Finance Services, you will play a pivotal role in designing and developing distributed applications that support our global operations. You will work closely with engineers and stakeholders to deliver scalable, resilient solutions. Your hands-on approach and technical expertise will help drive performance and operational excellence within the team. Youll contribute to system design, code quality, and knowledge sharing, ensuring our services meet the highest standards. This role empowers you to make impactful decisions and continually improve our technology landscape.
Job Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and deliver distributed applications and supporting services
- Write clean, efficient, and well-tested code in Java and Python
- Build scalable solutions on AWS, leveraging cloud-native services
- Provision and manage cloud infrastructure using Terraform
- Build and enhance real-time streaming and messaging solutions with Kafka
- Contribute to system design, performance tuning, and resiliency
- Drive operational excellence through monitoring, alerting, and incident learnings
- Participate in design reviews, code reviews, and team knowledge sharing
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to refine requirements and deliver value
Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:
- Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience)
- Proficiency in Java and Python
- Experience designing and building distributed applications
- Experience with AWS cloud services and architecture
- Strong problem-solving skills and collaborative working style
- Hands-on experience with Kafka for distributed messaging and streaming
Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:
- Experience with Terraform for infrastructure provisioning and automation
- Experience building data pipelines using Apache Spark
- Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools such as Docker and Kubernetes
- Experience using agentic ADLC pipelines for feature development, including Claude code, Copilot building skills, and developing custom agents
- Prior experience in financial services or large-scale enterprise environments
Why Join Us?
At JPMorganChase, youll be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We offer opportunities to grow your career, work with cutting-edge technologies, and make a meaningful impact in the financial industry. Join us to push the limits of whats possible and shape the future of Prime Finance Services.



