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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead Software Engineer - Java - **Company:** JPMorgan Chase & Co. - **Location:** Glasgow, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Software Applications, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Static Program Analysis, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, Machine Learning, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Information Technology, Production Code, Software Coding, Programming Languages - **Published:** July 27, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.theguardian.com/job/10159267/lead-software-engineer-java/ ## About the Role * Hands-on coding experience with a proven track record for success * Practical experience delivering system design, application development, testing, and operational stability * Advanced proficiency in one or more programming languages, ideally Java * Proficiency in automation and continuous delivery methods * Proficient in all aspects of the Software Development Life Cycle * Advanced understanding of agile methodologies, including CI/CD, Application Resiliency, and Security * Demonstrated proficiency in software applications and technical processes within a technical discipline (such as cloud, artificial intelligence, machine learning, or mobile) * Knowledge of the financial services industry and IT systems * Practical cloud-native experience Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills: * Hands-on AI experience with coding and understanding core concepts * Ability to self-drive delivery and take ownership end to end If you're ready to make an impact and grow your career in a collaborative, innovative environment, we invite you to join us. ## Description Join us to shape the future of payments technology in a dynamic, agile environment. You'll have the opportunity to deliver impactful solutions, collaborate with talented peers, and leverage AI to transform how we build and support our products. At JPMorganChase, your expertise will help drive innovation and operational excellence. We value diversity, inclusion, and continuous learning, empowering you to grow your career and make a real difference., As a Lead Software Engineer in the Payments team, you will develop technical solutions for a fully cloud-based payments application. You will build new payment flows end to end, from understanding business requirements to coding and supporting solutions in production. In this agile team, you will enhance, build, and deliver trusted technology products, contributing across multiple technical areas to support our objectives. Your role is central to driving innovation and operational stability in a rapidly expanding business., * Execute creative software solutions, design, development, and technical troubleshooting * Develop secure, high-quality production code and review and debug code written by others * Leverage AI for code analysis and automating end-to-end development * Identify opportunities to eliminate or automate remediation of recurring issues * Lead evaluation sessions with internal teams to assess architectural designs and technical credentials * Lead communities of practice across Software Engineering to promote new and leading-edge technologies * Contribute to a team culture of diversity, opportunity, inclusion, and respect ## Related Videos - [Enterprise-Cloud-Native - Fast-Paced Development & Deployment in a Highly Secure Banking Environment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/671-enterprise-cloud-native-fast-paced-development-deployment-in-a-highly-secure-banking-environment) - [Unleashing the Power of Developers: Why Cybersecurity is the Missing Piece?!?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/712-unleashing-the-power-of-developers-why-cybersecurity-is-the-missing-piece) - [Green Cloud Computing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/592-green-cloud-computing) - [Designing the Future of Human<>Agent Collaboration](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1447-designing-the-future-of-human-agent-collaboration) - [Official Opening of WeAreDevelopers World Congress 2026](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100000-official-opening-of-wearedevelopers-world-congress-2026) - [AI Killed DevOps... 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