Lead Software Engineer Java- Fixed Income | London, UK

JPMorgan Chase & Co.; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution seeks a Lead Software Engineer to enhance and deliver technology products. You will be a core contributor in an agile team, responsible for developing secure, high-quality production code and leading technical evaluations. This role requires proficiency in Java and React, along with a strong understanding of agile methodologies and system design. Join a diverse team committed to innovation and operational stability in financial services.

Benefits

Competitive rewards package

Benefits

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in system design, application development, testing.
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages.
• Full stack development skills in Java 21, React or similar frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Execute creative software solutions, design, develop, and troubleshoot technical issues.
• Lead evaluation sessions with stakeholders to assess architectural designs.
• Contribute to a team culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect.

Skills

Java

React

Agile methodologies

Automation

System design

Education

Formal training or certification in engineering concepts

Tools

CI/CD

Cloud

AI

ML

Job description

Lead Software Engineer Java - Fixed Income

Location: JPMorgan Chase & Co., London, United Kingdom

Job Description:
We have an opportunity to impact your career and provide an adventure where you can push the limits of what's possible.

As a Lead Software Engineer at JPMorgan Chase within the Commercial and Investment Bank - Post Trade Technology Group, you are an integral part of an agile team that works to enhance, build, and deliver trusted market-leading technology products in a secure, stable, and scalable way. As a core technical contributor, you are responsible for conducting critical technology solutions across multiple technical areas within various business functions in support of the firm's business objectives.

Job Responsibilities

1. Execute creative software solutions, design, develop, and troubleshoot technical issues, thinking beyond routine approaches to build solutions or resolve problems.
2. Develop secure, high-quality production code, review and debug code written by others, and identify opportunities to automate or eliminate recurring issues to improve operational stability.
3. Lead evaluation sessions with stakeholders and internal teams to assess architectural designs, technical credentials, and applicability within existing systems.
4. Lead communities of practice across Software Engineering to promote awareness and adoption of new technologies.
5. Contribute to a team culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect.

Required Qualifications and Skills

1. Formal training or certification in engineering concepts with applied experience.
2. Hands-on experience in system design, application development, testing, and operational stability.
3. Proficiency in one or more programming languages.
4. Experience with automation and continuous delivery methods.
5. Knowledge of the Software Development Life Cycle.
6. Understanding of agile methodologies such as CI/CD, application resiliency, and security.
7. Proficiency in software applications and technical processes within disciplines like cloud, AI, ML, mobile, etc.
8. Full stack development skills in Java 21, React or similar frameworks, with experience in cloud deployment and CI/CD strategies.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

1. Deep knowledge of the financial services industry and IT systems.
2. Practical experience with cloud-native development.

About Us

JPMorgan Chase, with over 200 years of history, offers innovative financial solutions globally across various banking sectors. We provide a competitive rewards package, benefits, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer, valuing the diverse talents of our workforce.

About the Team

Our Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader providing banking, markets, securities services, and payments across more than 100 countries, serving corporations, governments, and institutions worldwide.