Lead Java Software Engineer - Markets CRM Platform

JPMorgan Chase; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial services leader is hiring a VP Engineer in the Markets CRM Platform team in Greater London. You will lead engineers to design and deliver advanced technology solutions, ensuring secure and scalable platforms. The ideal candidate will have experience in Java fundamentals, agile methodologies, and strong leadership skills. Join a culture of innovation and continuous learning where your expertise will make an impact.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience as a developer and technical leader in large corporate environments.
• Experience building high-performance, latency-sensitive Java applications.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with experience working in global teams.

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

Computer networks

Agile methodologies

CI/CD

Application resiliency

Security best practices

Linux environments

Education

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

Tools

React

Angular

Vue.js

Python

FIX messaging protocol

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.

Job 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, Capabilities, and Skills

• 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, Capabilities, and Skills

• 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

Why Join Us?

At J.P. Morgan, we celebrate talent from all backgrounds and perspectives. We foster a culture of inclusion where every voice is valued, and all employees are empowered to deliver their best. We are committed to attracting and developing a diverse workforce. Learn more about our Business Resource Groups and how they support your career growth and potential. Join us and make a meaningful impact.

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.