Senior Lead Software Engineer - Fixed Income E-Trading UI Development Lead

J.P. Morgan; City Of London; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment bank in London is seeking a Fixed Income E-Trading UI Development Lead to design and develop innovative trading applications. You will collaborate with business end-users and global teams to enhance trading platforms. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in software engineering, with strong skills in HTML5, JavaScript, and C#. This is a unique opportunity to drive impactful solutions in a dynamic, collaborative setting.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of applied experience in software engineering.
• Experience with trading applications in Fixed-Income or related fields.
• Strong foundation in operating systems, networks, data structures, and algorithms.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test software following SDLC practices.
• Engage directly with business end-users to enhance trading solutions.
• Collaborate with teams across different locations to deliver projects.

Skills

HTML5

CSS

JavaScript

TypeScript framework (Angular, React)

C#

Understanding of FIX connectivity protocols

Experience with low-latency systems

Problem-solving skills

Education

Formal training or certification in software engineering

Job description

Overview

Join us to shape the future of electronic trading with cutting-edge technology and a global reach. You will have the opportunity to work on flagship projects that transform how markets operate, collaborating with talented teams across continents. Your expertise will help deliver strategic solutions that empower our clients and drive business growth. At JPMorgan Chase, we value your ideas, encourage career mobility, and support your professional development. Be part of a diverse, dynamic team where your contributions truly matter.

As the Fixed Income E-Trading UI Development Lead at JPMorgan Chase as a part of the Macro eTrading team, you will be responsible for designing and developing cutting-edge trading applications for our global FICC businesses. You will work closely with business end-users to create strategic solutions that encompass pricing, execution, and risk management. Your contributions will significantly enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of our trading platforms by utilizing the latest technologies across various platforms. You will excel in a dynamic, collaborative environment, engaging with colleagues in major financial centers around the world.

Job Responsibilities

• Understand requirements and propose complete technical solutions
• Design, develop, and test software following standard SDLC practices
• Support project managers, business analysts, and management as a technical subject matter expert
• Define and implement non-functional requirements
• Identify and drive improvements to systems and processes
• Collaborate with geographically diverse teams to deliver high-impact projects
• Engage directly with business end-users to refine and enhance trading solutions
• Ensure seamless integration across desktop, mobile, and web platforms
• Maintain high standards of code quality and system reliability
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends
• Foster an inclusive and innovative team culture

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 10+ years applied experience
• Apply advanced proficiency in HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, and TypeScript frameworks such as Angular or React
• Understand modern software architecture and frameworks
• Implement threading models and real-time systems
• Utilize knowledge of connectivity protocols, including FIX
• Work with low-latency, event-driven systems
• Leverage expertise in front-end technologies including C#, JavaScript, HTML5, and Angular
• Apply design patterns and software architecture principles
• Build on a strong foundation in computer science, including operating systems, networks, data structures, and algorithms
• Contribute professional experience with trading applications in Fixed-Income, Macro, Equities, or Credit
• Collaborate effectively with traders, sales, and operations teams

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Demonstrate interest in cloud computing, machine learning, and data science
• Apply experience with electronic trading systems
• Utilize familiarity with messaging middleware such as AMPS, TIBCO RV, LBM, JMS, or MQ
• Leverage knowledge of KDB+ or other tick databases and distributed caches
• Bring an energetic, motivated, and determined approach to your work
• Exhibit a pragmatic, results-oriented mindset and adaptability to diverse technical responsibilities
• Display excellent analytical, problem-solving, time management, and productivity skills