Lead Software Engineer- Java - EQ - PFT Pretrade

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to join their dynamic team in London. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on innovative technology solutions within a fast-paced environment. You will be instrumental in transforming the equity financing platform, utilizing cutting-edge tools like Kafka and React. Collaborating with traders and product managers, you'll develop secure, high-quality production code while fostering a culture of diversity and innovation. If you're passionate about advancing your software engineering career and eager to tackle complex challenges, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Formal training or certification in system design and proficient experience in Java.
• Experience in developing and maintaining code in large corporate environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and troubleshoot software solutions for complex problems.
• Collaborate with teams to automate trading processes and tackle technical challenges.

Skills

Java

Agile methodologies

Database querying languages

Cloud technologies

Data analysis

React

Kafka

Education

Formal training in system design

Tools

Kafka

AMPS

KDB

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Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

Job Description:

We have an exciting and rewarding opportunity for you to advance your software engineering career.

As a Software Engineer III at JPMorgan Chase within the Corporate Investment Bank, you will be a key member of an agile team designing and delivering innovative market-leading technology products in a secure, stable, and scalable environment. Your responsibilities include developing critical technology solutions across various business functions to support the firm’s objectives.

The team is transforming the equity financing platform, working on projects involving Kafka, AMPS, real-time trading platforms in KDB, data science tools in Python, and UIs in React. This fast-paced, global team offers a supportive environment for skill development under industry-experienced mentors.

Job responsibilities

• Design, develop, and troubleshoot software solutions, thinking beyond routine approaches to solve complex problems.
• Develop secure, high-quality production code and maintain algorithms synchronized with relevant systems.
• Create architecture and design artifacts for complex applications, ensuring design constraints are met.
• Analyze large, diverse data sets to develop visualizations and reports for continuous software improvement.
• Identify hidden problems and patterns in data, using insights to enhance coding hygiene and system architecture.
• Participate in software engineering communities and explore emerging technologies.
• Promote a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect.
• Collaborate with traders, quantitative researchers, and product managers to automate trading processes and tackle technical challenges.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Formal training or certification in system design and proficient experience in Java.
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages.
• Experience in developing, debugging, and maintaining code in large corporate environments, including database querying languages.
• Knowledge of the Software Development Life Cycle.
• Understanding of agile methodologies like CI/CD, application resiliency, and security.
• Knowledge of software applications and technical processes, including cloud, AI, and mobile technologies.
• Understanding of system architecture from front to back.
• Awareness of industry technology trends and best practices.
• Ability to work collaboratively in large teams to achieve goals.
• Enthusiasm for fostering an innovative culture.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Proficiency in Java or Web UI technologies like React.
• Understanding of Prime business, especially Equity Finance, including Locates, Availability, and Positions Management.
• Experience with Cloud deployment and development.
• Knowledge of real-time processing and delivery systems, such as Kafka and AMPS.