Lead Python Software Engineer - Post-Trade Tech

JPMorganChase; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global financial services firm in Greater London is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to join their Technology Division. This role involves enhancing and delivering market-leading technology products while working in an agile team. Key responsibilities include developing secure production code, troubleshooting software solutions, and leading technical discussions. Candidates should have advanced experience in programming, especially Python, and a solid understanding of technology within financial services. The position offers a full-time employment opportunity and requires strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and proficient advanced experience.
• Hands-on practical experience delivering system design application development testing and operational stability.
• Advanced in one or more programming language(s): Python.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Solid technology background with experience in object-oriented programming.
• Proficiency in automation and continuous delivery methods.
• Advanced understanding of agile methodologies such as CI/CD.
• Demonstrated proficiency in software applications and technical processes within a technical discipline.

Responsibilities

• Executes creative software solutions design and technical troubleshooting.
• Develops secure and high-quality production code and reviews code written by others.
• Identifies opportunities to eliminate recurring issues to improve operational stability.
• Leads evaluation sessions with vendors to drive outcomes-oriented probing.
• Leads communities of practice across Software Engineering.

Skills

Python

Change Management

Financial Services

Analysis Skills

Leadership Experience

Education

Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts

Tools

AWS

Job description

A leading global financial services firm in Greater London is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to join their Technology Division. This role involves enhancing and delivering market-leading technology products while working in an agile team. Key responsibilities include developing secure production code, troubleshooting software solutions, and leading technical discussions. Candidates should have advanced experience in programming, especially Python, and a solid understanding of technology within financial services. The position offers a full-time employment opportunity and requires strong analytical skills.