Lead Software Engineer: Options Algorithmic Trading

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

Job summary

JPMorganChase seeks a Lead Software Engineer in Greater London to enhance its electronic trading business. In this role, you will design and optimize cutting-edge algorithmic trading engines while collaborating with talented professionals committed to delivering scalable solutions.

The ideal candidate will possess advanced Java skills, experience with algorithmic trading systems, and a strong understanding of software development life cycles. The position promotes a culture of creativity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Advanced proficiency in Java and experience leading software development projects.
• Hands-on system design experience and advanced skills in multiple programming languages.
• Familiarity with financial markets and algorithmic trading mechanisms.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize algorithmic trading engines for options instruments.
• Develop secure, high-quality production code in Java.
• Collaborate with product teams to translate trading strategies into scalable algorithms.
• Drive team adoption of enterprise-authorized AI-assisted engineering practices.

Skills

Java

Algorithmic trading systems

Automation

System design

Multithreading

Education

Formal training in software engineering

Tools

Cucumber

Kafka

Linux

Job description

JPMorganChase seeks a Lead Software Engineer in Greater London to enhance its electronic trading business. In this role, you will design and optimize cutting-edge algorithmic trading engines while collaborating with talented professionals committed to delivering scalable solutions.

The ideal candidate will possess advanced Java skills, experience with algorithmic trading systems, and a strong understanding of software development life cycles. The position promotes a culture of creativity and inclusion.