LeadSoftwareEngineerJava-FixedIncome

Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to join their agile team. This role involves designing and developing innovative software solutions while ensuring operational stability. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in full stack development, particularly with Java and React, and a deep understanding of agile methodologies. The position offers a competitive rewards package and emphasizes diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Health Care

Wellness Centers

Retirement Plans

Qualifications

• Formal training or certification in engineering concepts with practical experience.
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages with advanced skills in at least one.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and troubleshoot innovative software solutions.
• Lead evaluation sessions with business stakeholders and internal teams.

Skills

System Design

Application Development

Automation

Agile Methodologies

Full Stack Development

Education

Engineering Certification

Tools

Java 21

React

Cloud

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 developing and implementing critical technology solutions across multiple technical areas within various business functions in support of the firm's business objectives.

Job Responsibilities

1. Design, develop, and troubleshoot innovative software solutions, thinking beyond routine approaches to solve complex problems.
2. Develop secure, high-quality production code, review, and debug code written by others, and identify opportunities to automate and improve operational stability.
3. Lead evaluation sessions with business stakeholders and internal teams to assess architectural designs and technical applicability within existing systems.
4. Drive awareness and adoption of new and emerging technologies by leading communities of practice across Software Engineering.
5. Contribute to a team culture that values diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Formal training or certification in engineering concepts with practical experience.
• Hands-on experience in system design, application development, testing, and ensuring operational stability.
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages, with advanced skills in at least one.
• Experience with automation and continuous delivery methodologies.
• Comprehensive understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle.
• Strong knowledge of agile methodologies such as CI/CD, application resiliency, and security.
• Proficiency in software applications and technical processes within a discipline (e.g., cloud, AI, ML, mobile).
• Full stack development experience, including Java 21, React or other frameworks, and deploying into Public Cloud with CI/CD strategies.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Deep knowledge of the financial services industry and its IT systems.
• Hands-on experience with cloud-native development.

About the Team

JPMorgan Chase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions globally. With over 200 years of history, we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, and more.

We offer a competitive total rewards package, including base salary, potential commissions, and discretionary incentives, along with comprehensive benefits such as health care, wellness centers, retirement plans, and more. Additional details will be provided during the hiring process.

We value diversity and inclusion, and are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on protected attributes and provide reasonable accommodations for religious practices, mental health, or disabilities. Visit our FAQs for more information.