Lead Software Engineer, Quant Developer, Equities Technology - Prime Services

JPMorganChase; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorganChase is offering a Lead Software Engineer position within the Corporate and Investment Banking sector. This role involves writing high-quality Python code, collaborating with traders, and enhancing trading workflows while leading an agile team.

The successful candidate will have extensive experience in Capital Markets and will be responsible for developing technical solutions that impact trading systems. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science is essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 5+ years applied experience.
• In‑depth knowledge of Capital Markets and Equity Market Microstructure.
• Ability to translate business and quant requirements into target architectures.

Responsibilities

• Write high‑quality Python code for front office Technology Systems.
• Collaborate with Traders and Quantitative Researchers to enhance trading workflows.
• Lead communities of practice across Software Engineering.

Skills

Python

Analytical skills

Quantitative problem-solving

Capital Markets knowledge

Electronic trading workflows

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or equivalent

Tools

KDB/q

Kafka

FIX

Order Management Systems

Job description

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 JPMorganChase within the Corporate and Investment Banking (CIB), Equities Technology – Prime Services team, 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

• Write high‑quality Python code for front‑office Technology Systems.
• Collaborate closely with Traders and Quantitative Researchers to deliver solutions that enhance trading and execution workflows.
• Create alignment with stakeholders, both technical and non‑technical.
• Execute creative software solutions, design, development, and technical troubleshooting with ability to think beyond routine or conventional approaches to build solutions or break down technical problems.
• Develop secure high‑quality production code, and review and debug code written by others.
• Identify opportunities to eliminate or automate remediation of recurring issues to improve overall operational stability of software applications and systems.
• Lead communities of practice across Software Engineering to drive awareness and use of new and leading‑edge technologies.
• Add to team culture of diversity, opportunity, inclusion, and respect.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills

• Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 5+ years applied experience.
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or equivalent.
• In‑depth knowledge of Capital Markets and Equity Market Microstructure.
• Strong knowledge of electronic trading workflows across pre‑trade analytics, signal generation, execution algorithms and post‑trade analysis.
• Advanced proficiency in Python.
• Strong analytical, quantitative and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to translate business and quant requirements into scalable target architectures and implementation roadmaps.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills

• Hands on experience in Quantitative Trading and/or Market Analysis.
• Familiarity and prior experience on KDB/q will be beneficial.
• Knowledge of FIX, Market Data, Order Management Systems will be a strong plus.
• Prior experience with SecDB / Athena / Quartz platforms is advantageous but not required.
• Data streaming knowledge on frameworks like Kafka, AMPS will be beneficial.

EEO Statement

J.P. Morgan is an equal opportunity employer and places a high value on diversity and inclusion. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.