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# Software Engineer III - KDB

- **Company:** J.p. Morgan's Commercial & Investment Bank
- **Location:** London, UK
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Query Performance, Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Big Data, C++ (Programming Language), Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Python (Programming Language), Software Engineering, Software Systems, Real Time Systems, KDB+, Kubernetes, Production Code, Data Management, Terraform
- **Published:** September 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/software-engineer-iii-kdb/46285280

## About the Role

applications. Job responsibilities Executes creative software solutions, design, development, and technical troubleshooting with ability to think beyond routine or conventional approaches to build solutions or break down technical problems Develops secure high-quality production code, and reviews and debugs code written by others Adds to team culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect Develop core systems and frameworks based on KDB. Develop scalable real-time processing solutions using agile methodology. Partner with stakeholders to capture requirements and deliver solutions. Partner with the application support teams to maintain and support the platform. Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and advanced applied experience Hands-on practical experience delivering system design, application development, testing, and operational stability Proficiency in automation and continuous delivery methods

## Description

Proficient in all aspects of the Software Development Life Cycle Understanding of agile methodologies such as CI/CD, Application Resiliency, and Security Understanding of KDB technology and Q language. At least 2 years of professional experience using KDB. Understanding of KDB+ tick design and data organization, performance implications of different approaches. Practical experience developing/running large datasets and optimizing query performance. Practical experience building resilient and high-availability KDB applications. Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills Experience in Terraform and Kubernetes from managing a Production Plant in Public Cloud. AWS Experience. Experience other languages e.g. Python/C/C++/Java. Experience with market data venue and vendor data platforms. About Us 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


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