Lead Java Engineer

J.P. Morgan; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

J.P. MORGAN is seeking a Lead Software Engineer in Post Trade Technology to drive secure, stable, and scalable technology solutions. You will work within an agile team, execute creative software solutions, and develop high-quality production code. Candidates should have hands-on experience in system design and application development, with advanced proficiency in programming skills and a solid understanding of agile methodologies. The role emphasizes diversity, collaboration, and ongoing professional growth.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in system design and application development.
• Advanced proficiency in one or more programming languages.
• Knowledge of agile methodologies and CI/CD.

Responsibilities

• Develop secure, high-quality production code.
• Lead evaluation sessions with external vendors.
• Promote awareness of new technologies.

Skills

System design

Application development

Testing

Operational stability

Java

Oracle

CI/CD

Cloud-native experience

Tools

Kubernetes

ReactJS

JavaScript

RMQ

Kafka

Job description

Join us to shape the future of financial technology and make a meaningful impact on your career. You'll collaborate with talented professionals, solve complex challenges, and help build trusted market‑leading products. We value creativity, inclusion, and continuous learning, offering you the opportunity to grow and thrive. At JPMorganChase, your ideas and expertise will help us push the limits of what's possible.

As a Lead Software Engineer in Post Trade Technology, you will play a pivotal role in an agile team dedicated to enhancing and delivering secure, stable, and scalable technology products. You will drive critical technology solutions across multiple technical areas, supporting the firm's business objectives. Your contributions will help shape our team culture, foster innovation, and ensure operational excellence.

Job Responsibilities

• Execute creative software solutions, design, development, and technical troubleshooting
• Develop secure, high‑quality production code and review and debug code written by others
• Identify opportunities to eliminate or automate remediation of recurring issues
• Lead evaluation sessions with external vendors, startups, and internal teams
• Drive outcomes‑oriented probing of architectural designs and technical credentials
• Lead communities of practice across Software Engineering
• Promote awareness and use of new and leading‑edge technologies
• Contribute to a culture of diversity, opportunity, inclusion, and respect

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Hands‑on practical experience in system design, application development, testing, and operational stability
• Advanced proficiency in one or more programming languages
• Proficiency in automation and continuous delivery methods
• Skilled 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 (e.g., cloud, artificial intelligence, machine learning, mobile)
• In‑depth knowledge of the financial services industry and IT systems
• Practical cloud‑native experience

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Experience with Java and Oracle
• Familiarity with messaging platforms such as RMQ and Kafka
• Knowledge of Kubernetes
• Experience with ReactJS and JavaScript
• Functional knowledge of FX or Derivatives Settlements domain

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. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs.