Lead Java Software Engineer in FX Payments tech

JPMorganChase; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Job summary

A global financial services firm is looking for a Lead Software Engineer in Wholesale Payments to design and deliver secure, scalable technology products. This role involves executing software solutions, leading technical initiatives, and working collaboratively with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in system design, programming languages, and agile methodologies. This position offers an opportunity to significantly impact payments technology and contribute to a culture of diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Hands-on practical experience in system design, application development, testing, and operational stability.
• Advanced proficiency in one or more programming languages.
• Demonstrated proficiency in software applications and technical processes.

Responsibilities

• Execute creative software solutions including design and technical troubleshooting.
• Develop secure, high-quality production code.
• Identify opportunities to automate remediation of recurring issues.

Skills

System design

Application development

Agile methodologies

Programming languages

Automation

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science

Tools

Java 21

Spring framework

Kafka

RDBMS

NoSQL databases

Job description

Join us to shape the future of payments technology and make a real impact on your career. As part of our agile team, you'll help build trusted solutions that power global transactions. You'll have the opportunity to grow your skills, collaborate with talented colleagues, and contribute to a culture of inclusion and respect. We value creativity, technical excellence, and your unique perspective. Discover how you can push the limits of what's possible with us.

As a Lead Software Engineer in Wholesale Payments, FX Payments Tech, you will play a pivotal role in designing and delivering secure, scalable technology products. You will work closely with cross‑functional teams to drive critical solutions that support our business objectives. You'll lead technical initiatives, foster innovation, and help shape our team's culture. Your expertise will enable us to build reliable systems that meet the evolving needs of our clients. You will be empowered to make a difference every day.

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 automate remediation of recurring issues and improve operational stability
• Lead evaluation sessions with external vendors, startups, and internal teams to assess architectural designs and technical credentials
• Drive outcomes‑oriented probing for applicability within existing systems and information architecture
• Lead communities of practice across Software Engineering to promote awareness and adoption of new technologies
• Add to team culture of diversity, opportunity, inclusion, and respect

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science
• 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 (such as cloud, artificial intelligence, machine learning, or mobile)
• In-depth knowledge of the financial services industry and IT systems
• Practical cloud native experience

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Experience with Java 21
• Familiarity with Spring framework and Spring Boot
• Knowledge of RDBMS and NoSQL databases
• Experience with Kafka
• Expertise in microservices architecture
• Ability to leverage AI tools like MCP servers and Claude to enhance productivity

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.

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.