Lead Java Software Engineer - Markets CRM Platform

JPMorgan Chase & Co.; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial services leader in Westminster seeks a VP Engineer to lead the Markets CRM Platform team. This role involves architecting secure and scalable solutions while fostering collaboration among engineers. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in Java and software development, focusing on delivering high-performance applications. Join this innovative team to contribute to technology-driven success in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience as a developer in large corporate environments.
• Experience building high-performance, latency-sensitive Java applications.
• Commitment to continuous learning and improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and support of front-end and back-end services for the Markets CRM platform.
• Create secure, high-quality production code and maintain robust algorithms.
• Drive improvements to coding hygiene and system architecture.

Skills

Java fundamentals

Object-oriented programming

Multi-threading

Messaging technologies

Cloud technologies

Strong interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

AWS

Python

React

Job description

Join us to shape the future of our Markets CRM platform and drive impactful technology solutions. As a hands‑on leader, you will collaborate with talented engineers and influence the direction of our Markets business. We offer an environment that values innovation, growth, and continuous learning. Your expertise will help us deliver secure, scalable, and market‑leading platforms. Be part of a team where your ideas and leadership make a difference. As a VP Engineer in the Markets CRM Platform team, you will lead a global group of engineers to design and deliver advanced technology solutions. You will architect and support both front‑end and back‑end services, ensuring our platforms remain secure, scalable, and innovative. You will foster a collaborative culture, drive technical excellence, and contribute to the continuous improvement of our systems. Your leadership will empower the Markets business and support our commitment to technology‑driven success.

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.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and support of front‑end and back‑end services for the Markets CRM platform
• Execute software solutions, design, development, and technical troubleshooting
• Create secure, high‑quality production code and maintain robust algorithms
• Produce architecture and design artifacts for complex applications
• Gather, analyze, and synthesize data to drive continuous improvement
• Identify and address hidden problems and patterns in data and systems
• Drive improvements to coding hygiene and system architecture
• Contribute to engineering communities of practice and technology events

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or formal training/certification in software engineering concepts
• Hands‑on experience as a developer and technical leader in large corporate environments
• Expertise in Java fundamentals, object‑oriented programming, multi‑threading, messaging technologies, and computer networks
• Experience building high‑performance, latency‑sensitive Java applications
• Understanding of agile methodologies, CI/CD, application resiliency, and security best practices
• Experience developing, debugging, and maintaining code using modern programming and database querying languages
• Knowledge of cloud, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and mobile technologies
• Experience maintaining and troubleshooting software in Linux environments, with familiarity in containers and cloud architectures/services
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with experience working in global teams
• Commitment to continuous learning and improvement

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with modern front‑end technologies such as React, Angular, or Vue.js
• Exposure to cloud technologies including AWS, Azure, or GCP
• Experience with Python and front‑end development
• Practical experience with FIX messaging protocol and QuickFIX/J
• Familiarity with Hazelcast or other distributed computing platforms
• Experience with distributed systems, microservices, and event‑driven architectures

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.