Software Engineer Glasgow, Scotland
Job description
As a member of the team, you'll be responsible primarily for developing and modernizing APIs and backend services. It's an exciting time to join the firm as there's a big push towards modernizing technologies. Your typical day at work should primarily be spent writing code, troubleshooting bugs, or improving our platforms and infrastructure.
In the FWPA team, we look first and foremost for people who are constant learners and who are passionate about utilizing technology efficiently to achieve business goals. You'll be required to apply your depth of knowledge and expertise to all aspects of the SDLC, as well as partner continuously with your business stakeholders to stay focused on common goals.
We embrace a culture of experimentation and constantly strive for improvement and learning. You'll work in a collaborative, trusting, thought-provoking environment-one that encourages diversity of thought and creative solutions that are in the best interests of our customers globally.
Desired skills and experience:
- Working knowledge of key products in AWS
- Strong programming skills in any high level language (Python preferred)
- Working proficiency in developmental toolsets, such as Git, JIRA, CI/CD software, and an IDE
- Understanding of RESTful APIs and backend architecture
- Working knowledge of SQL and understanding of databases and data modeling
- Knowledge of industry-wide technology trends and best practices
- Ability to work in large, collaborative teams to achieve organizational goals
- Passionate about building an innovative culture
- Understanding of software skills such as business analysis, development, maintenance, and software improvement
- Knowledge of application security standards
Nice to haves:
- Javascript and ReactJS
- Kubernetes
- CloudFoundry
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. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.
