Lead Software Engineer - AM/UX

Lead Software Engineer - AM/UX

Full-Time 63000 - 77000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
JP Morgan Chase

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead the development of innovative web solutions using Adobe Experience Manager and modern tech.
  • Company: Join J.P. Morgan, a global leader in financial services with a focus on innovation.
  • Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, diverse culture, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Other info: Be part of a dynamic team that values diversity and inclusion.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact by driving cutting-edge technology in a collaborative environment.
  • Qualifications: Experience in AEM, strong front-end skills, and leadership abilities required.

The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.

We have an opportunity to impact your career and provide an adventure where you can push the limits of what's possible. As a Lead Software Engineer at JPMorganChase within Markets Technology, you are an integral part of an agile team that works to enhance, build, and deliver trusted market-leading technology products in a secure, stable, and scalable way. As a core technical contributor, you are responsible for conducting critical technology solutions across multiple technical areas within various business functions in support of the firm’s business objectives.

Job responsibilities

  • Develop and implement components, templates, and workflows in Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) for high-traffic, enterprise-level websites.
  • Build user interfaces using AEM and modern JavaScript frameworks.
  • Work from Figma wireframes and functional requirements to create web interfaces with HTML, JavaScript, and CSS.
  • Execute creative software solutions, design, development, and technical troubleshooting with the ability to think beyond routine or conventional approaches to build solutions or break down technical problems.
  • Develop secure high-quality production code, and review and debug code written by others.
  • Identify opportunities to eliminate or automate remediation of recurring issues to improve overall operational stability of software applications and systems.
  • Lead evaluation sessions with external vendors, startups, and internal teams to drive outcomes-oriented probing of architectural designs, technical credentials, and applicability for use within existing systems and information architecture.
  • Lead communities of practice across Software Engineering to drive awareness and use of new and leading-edge technologies.
  • Add to team culture of diversity, opportunity, inclusion, and respect.
  • Drive team adoption of enterprise-authorized AI-assisted engineering practices within the work environment to improve code quality, delivery speed, and operational outcomes.
  • Apply knowledge of tools within the Software Development Life Cycle toolchain, including enterprise-authorized AI-assisted development and automation capabilities, to improve the value realized by automation.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

  • Proven experience in Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) development and implementation.
  • Strong foundation in front-end web development.
  • In-depth knowledge of HTML5 and CSS3 (required); SASS.
  • Extensive experience with JavaScript (ES6+ required); JQuery and/or TypeScript.
  • Experience with AEM architecture, components, templates, and workflows.
  • Proficiency in RESTful APIs and asynchronous request handling.
  • Demonstrated experience leading effective use of approved AI-assisted software development tools.
  • Strong understanding of responsible AI use in engineering workflows, including data sensitivity considerations, secure handling of inputs/outputs, and adherence to resiliency and security expectations.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

  • Proven leadership skill for maintaining technical team and deliveries.
  • Strong engineering culture for day-to-day tasks and breaking down product requirements.
  • Experience with building Agentic AI system and knowledge base.

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, colour, 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.

Lead Software Engineer - AM/UX employer: JP Morgan Chase

At J.P. Morgan, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, particularly within our Global Financial Crimes Compliance team in EMEA. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion fosters a collaborative work culture where employees are empowered to grow and develop their skills in a dynamic environment. With access to comprehensive training and the opportunity to engage with a wide range of financial services, you will find meaningful and rewarding career advancement in a company that values your contributions.

JP Morgan Chase

Contact Details:

JP Morgan Chase Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Lead Software Engineer - AM/UX

Adobe Experience Manager (AEM)
Front-end Web Development
HTML5
CSS3
SASS
JavaScript (ES6+)
JQuery