Python Software Engineer III for COMMODITIES UK

J.P. MORGAN; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial services leader is seeking a Software Engineer III to join their agile team in London. The ideal candidate will possess strong coding skills in Python and Java, and have a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or equivalent. This role involves collaborating with various teams, developing high-quality production code, and using data analysis to enhance applications. Competitive compensation and a supportive work environment are provided.

Benefits

Diversity and inclusion programs

Opportunities for continuous learning

Qualifications

• 3+ years of applied experience in software engineering.
• Hands-on experience in system design and application development.
• Solid understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Trading and Research teams to deliver high-quality code.
• Develop secure, high-quality production code.
• Gather and analyze data for software improvement.

Skills

Software engineering concepts

Problem-solving skills

Coding proficiency (Python, Java)

Agile methodologies

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or equivalent

Tools

Python

Java

pandas

NumPy

SciPy

Job description

Job Description

Be an integral part of an agile team that's constantly pushing the envelope to enhance, build, and deliver top-notch technology products.

As a Software Engineer III at JPMorgan Chase within the Commercial & Investment Bank, Markets Commodities Technology, you will play a key role in an agile team dedicated to building and delivering trusted, market-leading technology solutions. Your deep technical expertise and problem-solving skills will drive significant business impact as you tackle diverse challenges across multiple technologies and applications.

The Global Commodities business operates across North America, EMEA, and Asia Pacific, trading in Oil, Gas, Power, Emissions, and Metals (both base and precious) in both Exchange Traded and Over the Counter markets. Our desks handle both financially and physically settled products.

Job responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with Trading, Quantitative Research, Sales, and Middle Office teams to deliver high-quality code in a fast-paced environment.
• Execute software solutions, design, development, and technical troubleshooting, thinking beyond conventional approaches to solve complex problems.
• Develop secure, high-quality production code and maintain algorithms that run synchronously with critical systems.
• Produce architecture and design artifacts for complex applications, ensuring design constraints are met throughout software development.
• Gather, analyze, synthesize, and visualize data from large, diverse datasets to drive continuous improvement of software applications and systems.
• Proactively identify hidden problems and patterns in data, using insights to improve coding hygiene and system architecture.
• Contribute to software engineering communities of practice and participate in events exploring new and emerging technologies.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Formal training or certification in software engineering concepts and 3+ years of applied experience.
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or equivalent.
• Hands-on experience in system design, application development, testing, and operational stability.
• Proficiency in coding in one or more programming languages.
• Experience developing, debugging, and maintaining code in a large corporate environment using modern object-oriented languages (e.g., Python, Java).
• Solid understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle.
• Strong grasp of agile methodologies, including CI/CD, application resiliency, and security.
• Demonstrated knowledge of software applications and technical processes within a technical discipline (e.g., cloud, AI, machine learning, mobile).
• Enthusiasm for continuous learning and growth in technical and business domains.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Software development experience in Commodities, Finance, or Investment Banking preferred, or a willingness to learn the business domain.
• Knowledge of Athena, Quartz, SecDb, or equivalent platforms preferred.
• Understanding of risk and markets; any experience in commodities markets is a plus.
• Expertise in Python, pandas, NumPy, and SciPy is a plus.

About Us

J.P. Morgan is a global leader in financial services, providing strategic advice and products to the world's most prominent corporations, governments, wealthy individuals and institutional investors. Our first-class business in a first-class way approach to serving clients drives everything we do. We strive to build trusted, long-term partnerships to help our clients achieve their business objectives.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. 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.

About The Team

J.P. Morgan's Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.