Lead Software Engineer - Core Quant Research Technology

JPMorgan Chase & Co.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorgan Chase & Co. in London seeks a Lead Software Engineer to join a high-performance team transforming portfolio construction and quant research technology. Expert in Python or Java, you will contribute to an industry-leading platform and collaborate with experienced technologists.

You will apply deep software engineering expertise across the lifecycle, mentor teammates, and keep stakeholders informed on progress in a culture that values experimentation and continuous learning.

Qualifications

• Strong Python or Java software development skills.
• Advanced knowledge of software architecture and design across systems.
• Awareness of industry-wide technology trends and best practices.
• Ability to work in large, collaborative teams to deliver goals.
• Passion for creating an innovative engineering culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead software engineering efforts across the full development lifecycle.
• Contribute to portfolio construction and quant research technology improvements.
• Mentor teammates and share knowledge with stakeholders on progress.

Skills

Python

System architecture

Tech trends

Teamwork

Innovation

Education

BS or MSc in CS/Eng/Math

Job description

This is a role for an elite programmer in a high-performance team. We are looking for developers to contribute to the transformation of portfolio construction and quant research technology.

If you are expert in java or python, passionate about quality of your software and interested in data analytics, portfolio construction and optimization please apply.

You’ll join a team of experienced technologists dedicated to improving the design, and development of an industry leading platform.

You’ll be tasked with keeping the team and other key stakeholders up to speed on the progress of what’s being developed.

As a Lead Software Engineer at JPMorgan Chase within the Software Engineering Group, we look first and foremost for people who are passionate around solving business problems through innovation and engineering practices

You’ll be required to apply your depth of knowledge and expertise to all aspects of the software development lifecycle, as well as partner continuously with your many stakeholders on a daily basis to stay focused on common goals.

We embrace a culture of experimentation and constantly strive for improvement and learning. You’ll work in a collaborative, trusting, thought-provoking environment—one that encourages diversity of thought and creative solutions that are in the best interests of our customers globally.

Required qualifications, skills, and capabilities:

This role requires a wide variety of strengths and capabilities, including:

• BS or MSc degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering, Physics, Mathematics or Science Discipline
• Excellent software development skill in Python and ability to learn new technologies quickly
• Advanced knowledge of architecture and design across all systemss
• Knowledge of industry-wide technology trends and best practices
• Ability to work in large, collaborative teams to achieve organizational goals
• Passionate about building an innovative culture