Lead Java Software Engineer Equities Prime Sec Lending Technology

J.P. MORGAN; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global financial services provider is seeking a Lead Software Engineer in Glasgow to enhance and develop innovative trading platforms. The role involves architecting cutting-edge solutions while working closely with a diverse global team across various locations. Successful candidates will have experience in real-time Java applications, strong proficiency in financial technologies like Kafka, and will lead a team fostering an inclusive culture of excellence. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in the financial technology landscape.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial services, preferably in the Equities domain.
• Proficiency in software development life cycle.
• Open-minded and willing to learn.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and optimize technology products.
• Lead design and development of trading platforms.
• Mentor and inspire a diverse team.

Skills

Real-time, low-latency Java-based applications

GenAI and Copilot

Java/Spring

Kafka

AMPS

FIX protocol

Testing and debugging low-latency applications

Agile methodologies (CI/CD)

Tools

React JS

Cloud deployment

KDB+/q

Job description

Overview

Job Description
We have an opportunity to impact your career and provide an adventure where you can push the limits of what's possible. Ready to push the boundaries of financial technology? Join Prime Finance Services and become a driving force behind the transformation of our equity finance platform. You'll architect and deliver cutting-edge solutions, collaborate with top technologists worldwide, and grow your career in a supportive, innovative environment.

Job Summary

As a Lead Software Engineer in Prime Finance Services, you will be an integral part of a global team enhancing, building, and delivering trusted technology products. You will architect and develop real-time, mission-critical trading platforms, tackle large-scale engineering challenges, and mentor a diverse team. You will collaborate with stakeholders and technologists across Hong Kong, Singapore, Glasgow, and Mumbai, driving business success and fostering a culture of creativity, inclusion, and technical excellence.

Responsibilities

• Execute creative software solutions, design, development, and technical troubleshooting to build and optimize technology products.
• Spearhead the design and development of real-time, mission-critical trading platforms using Java and KDB+/q.
• Tackle large-scale engineering challenges with technologies such as Kafka and AMPS.
• Lead innovation, troubleshooting, and performance optimization for stability and scalability.
• Mentor and inspire a diverse team, fostering creativity, inclusion, and technical excellence.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver solutions that drive business success.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Experience developing real-time, low-latency Java-based applications in financial services, preferably in the Equities domain.
• Proven expertise in GenAI and Copilot.
• Proficiency in Java/Spring, data structures, and performance tuning (including garbage collection).
• Solid experience with Kafka, AMPS, and FIX protocol.
• Proficiency in testing and debugging low-latency applications.
• Hands-on experience delivering system design, application development, testing, and operational stability.
• Proficient in all aspects of the software development life cycle.
• Advanced understanding of agile methodologies such as CI/CD, application resiliency, and security.
• Knowledge of industry-wide technology trends and best practices.
• Open-mindedness and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work in large, collaborative teams to achieve organizational goals.
• Demonstrated proficiency in software applications and technical processes within a technical discipline (e.g., cloud, artificial intelligence, machine learning, mobile).

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• UI development experience in React JS.
• Experience with cloud deployment, design, and development.
• Experience with KDB+/q, including building and performance tuning of real-time subscriber, tickerplant, and HDB.
• Understanding of the Prime business, particularly Equity Finance, Locate, and Positions Management.

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 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, 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. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

About The Team

J.P. Morgan's Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.