UI Software Engineer II

Location: GLASGOW, LANARKSHIRE, United Kingdom

Job Family: Software Engineering

About the Role

At JPMorgan Chase, we are at the forefront of transforming the financial services landscape through innovative technology. As a UI Software Engineer II in our Glasgow office, you will join an agile team dedicated to designing and delivering market-leading technology products that power secure, scalable banking and trading solutions. In this role, you will contribute to building intuitive user interfaces for applications that handle high-stakes financial transactions, ensuring compliance with industry regulations like GDPR and PCI-DSS while enhancing user experiences for global clients. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into robust front-end code, leveraging technologies like JavaScript, React, and modern CSS frameworks. You will participate in agile sprints to iteratively develop and refine UI components that support real-time data visualization for risk management and portfolio analysis tools. Emphasis will be placed on writing clean, maintainable code that adheres to JPMorgan Chase's rigorous security standards, mitigating risks in a highly regulated environment. This position offers the opportunity to grow within a dynamic team at one of the world's leading financial institutions, where your contributions directly impact our ability to serve millions of customers. With access to cutting-edge tools and ongoing training, you will stay ahead of industry trends in fintech UI development, fostering innovation in areas like mobile-responsive banking apps and AI-driven interfaces. Join us in Glasgow to help shape the future of finance through technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop user interfaces for web-based financial applications using modern front-end technologies
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and backend engineers to deliver secure and scalable solutions
• Participate in agile ceremonies, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives
• Implement responsive and accessible UI components that handle real-time financial data
• Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to JPMorgan Chase's coding standards and security protocols
• Troubleshoot and optimize UI performance for high-traffic banking platforms
• Integrate APIs and microservices to enhance user experiences in trading and risk management tools
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of development processes and tools
• Stay updated on emerging UI trends and technologies relevant to the financial sector

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• At least 2-3 years of professional experience in software engineering, with a focus on UI development
• Proficiency in modern front-end technologies such as JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3
• Experience working in an Agile/Scrum environment
• Strong understanding of secure coding practices and data privacy regulations in financial services
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment
• Familiarity with version control systems like Git

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the financial services industry, particularly with trading or banking applications
• Knowledge of React.js or Angular frameworks
• Previous work on scalable web applications for high-volume financial data
• Certifications in cloud platforms like AWS or Azure
• Experience with accessibility standards (WCAG) and responsive design

Required Skills

• JavaScript (ES6+)
• HTML5 and CSS3
• React.js or similar front-end frameworks
• Agile methodologies
• Git version control
• RESTful API integration
• Responsive web design
• Secure coding practices
• Problem-solving and debugging
• Team collaboration and communication
• UI/UX design principles
• Performance optimization
• Financial data visualization
• Cross-browser compatibility
• Attention to detail

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and performance-based annual bonuses
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Generous retirement savings plan with company matching contributions
• Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and parental leave
• Professional development opportunities through JPMorgan Chase's learning programs
• Employee stock purchase plan and financial wellness resources
• Flexible work arrangements and hybrid office options in Glasgow
• Access to on-site fitness facilities and wellness programs

JP Morgan Chase is an equal opportunity employer.