Lead Software Engineer - Java, AWS
Join us and take your career to new heights as a Lead Java Software Engineer. You’ll have the opportunity to influence major technology decisions and mentor talented engineers. We value your expertise and encourage you to push boundaries, solve complex challenges, and grow professionally. Our team thrives on collaboration, creativity, and continuous learning. Experience a supportive environment where your contributions matter.Job Summary: As a Lead Java Software Engineer in our Glasgow Technology Hub, you will guide the development of high-quality software solutions that power our business. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable applications and drive best practices. Your leadership will help foster a culture of innovation and technical excellence. You will play a key role in shaping our technology roadmap and mentoring engineers as well as leveraging AI and machine learning to drive innovation and deliver smarter solutions. Together, we’ll build solutions that make a difference.Job Responsibilities:Lead the design, development, and deployment of Java-based applicationsCollaborate with stakeholders to define technical requirements and project goalsMentor and support engineers, fostering growth and knowledge sharingDrive code quality, performance, and security standards across projectsImplement best practices in software engineering and agile methodologiesTroubleshoot and resolve complex technical issuesReview code and provide constructive feedback to team membersCoordinate with other teams to ensure seamless integration of systemsChampion innovation and continuous improvement within the teamManage project timelines and deliverables to meet business objectivesCommunicate progress and challenges effectively to leadershipRequired Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:Demonstrate proficiency in Java and object-oriented programmingApply strong problem-solving and analytical skillsUtilize experience with software architecture and design patternsWork effectively in agile development environmentsCommunicate clearly and collaborate with diverse teamsLead and motivate others in a fast-paced settingEnsure code quality through testing and review processesManage multiple priorities and adapt to changing requirementsUphold security and compliance standards in software developmentUse version control tools such as GitApply knowledge of RESTful APIs and microservicesPreferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:Bring experience with cloud platforms and containerizationApply familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelinesUtilize knowledge of front-end technologies and frameworksDemonstrate expertise in performance tuning and optimizationLeverage experience with database technologies (SQL and NoSQL)Use understanding of distributed systems and scalabilityApply experience in mentoring and developing engineering talentJ.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. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation. 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.Full timePosting Date: 2026-05-08