Senior Lead Software Engineer- EMEA / APAC Energy Lead (Commodities)

JPMorgan Chase & Co.; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution is seeking a Senior Lead Software Engineer to join their Commodities Technology team. In this role, you will focus on the Athena platform while managing projects across EMEA and APAC regions. The position demands a strong understanding of software development and collaborative teamwork to deliver quality code for commodity trading applications. With a focus on innovation, you will engage in a culture that values experimentation and continuous learning, contributing to solutions for global customers.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in large-scale system development.
• Willingness to become proficient in Python.
• Strong interpersonal skills to interact with business users.

Responsibilities

• Run the book of work for the EMEA and APAC energy franchise.
• Build and maintain systems within the Athena platform.
• Focus on testing throughout the development cycle.

Skills

Python

Agile methodologies

Java

C++

C#

Scala

Data structures

Algorithms

Education

Degree in Computer Science

Information Systems

Math

Job description

Are you passionate about solving business problems through technology and innovation? As a Senior Lead Software Engineer in our Commodities Technology team, you'll apply your expertise to the software development lifecycle and collaborate with stakeholders to achieve shared goals. Embrace a culture of experimentation and continuous learning in a thought-provoking environment that welcomes creative solutions for our global customers.

Job Summary:
As a Lead Software Engineer in our Commodities Technology team in London, you will focus on our Athena platform, supporting expanding operations across various commodity asset classes (oil, gas, emissions, power). This role is part of a global team that develops and maintains applications for commodity trading, risk management, P&L reporting, and price calculation based on J.P. Morgan’s Athena platform. You will need an agile mindset to balance strategic initiatives with day-to-day trading activities.

You will be a regional lead for EMEA and APAC based activities, with a team spanning London and Singapore.

Job Responsibilities:

• Run the book of work for the EMEA and APAC energy franchise, working with stakeholders and a team of engineers.
• Build IT systems for companies operating in finance, ideally investment banking and Develop and maintain systems within the Athena platform.
• Collaborate with QR, Trading, Sales, and Middle Office teams to deliver quality code in a fast-paced environment.
• Attain a clear understanding of the Athena platform and design considerations in a diverse systems environment.
• Full stack expectations with Python backend and TypeScript frontend and embrace Agile development methodologies and take ownership of deliverables to the production environment.
• Focus on testing throughout the development cycle to produce reliable and maintainable software.
• Demonstrate a track record of going beyond pure execution; act as a custodian of the business
• Manage directs across 2 regions,

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:

• Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Math, or equivalent training and relevant experience.
• Proven track record in developing inventory management systems or implementing logistics operations features.
• Extensive experience in large-scale system development in languages such as Python, Java, Scala, C++, or C#.
• Willingness to become proficient in Python if not already a primary language.
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and ability to build relationships with business users.
• Focus on testing and producing reliable software throughout the development cycle.
• Ability to develop a good understanding of end-to-end business processes.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to interact confidently with business users and prioritize requirements.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:

• Software development experience in commodities, finance, or investment banking preferred, or willingness to learn rapidly.
• Strong knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and enterprise architecture.
• Ability to collaborate with and influence other technology teams in a constantly changing environment.