Senior Lead Developer – Low-Latency Algo Trading

JPMorgan Chase & Co.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global financial services firm is seeking a Senior Lead Software Engineer to join the Electronic Trading technology team in London. You will design and enhance the execution platform supporting FX and Commodities businesses, collaborating with partners to deliver robust trading solutions. Ideal candidates should have significant experience in Core Java and Multithreading, with strong problem-solving skills. This role fosters a culture of teamwork and technical excellence.

Qualifications

• 5+ years applied experience in software engineering.
• Professional experience with Core Java and Multithreading.
• Strong understanding of algorithms, data structures, and system design.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain electronic trading components.
• Optimize trading software for low latency.
• Collaborate to enhance Algo order offerings.
• Support trading operations and execution platform.
• Develop global trading systems.

Skills

Core Java

Multithreading

Algorithms

Data Structures

System Design

Linux

Unix

Networking (TCP/UDP)

Education

Formal training or certification in software engineering

Tools

Python

Job description

A leading global financial services firm is seeking a Senior Lead Software Engineer to join the Electronic Trading technology team in London. You will design and enhance the execution platform supporting FX and Commodities businesses, collaborating with partners to deliver robust trading solutions. Ideal candidates should have significant experience in Core Java and Multithreading, with strong problem-solving skills. This role fosters a culture of teamwork and technical excellence.