Software Engineer III - Python & React

JPMorgan Chase & Co.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial services firm in Greater London is searching for an Associate – Equities Front Office Marking and Analytics Software Engineer. The role involves designing and enhancing applications crucial for trading and sales desks. Collaborating with various teams offers a pathway to impactful contributions in a dynamic trading environment. The ideal candidate possesses experience in modern programming languages and relational databases. This opportunity fosters career growth within a supportive and agile team.

Qualifications

• Experience developing, deploying, and maintaining commercial service-oriented applications.
• Proficiency in at least one modern programming language (Python, Java).
• Knowledge of relational databases (Sybase, SQL Server, Oracle).
• Ability to work effectively in a global team environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain applications for marking, trading, risk, and analytics.
• Collaborate with trading desks and sales teams.
• Partner with front office to automate processes and functions.
• Communicate effectively with global and local counterparts.

Skills

Python

Java

React

Problem-solving

Communication

Tools

SQL Server

Sybase

Oracle

Job description

Are you passionate about building impactful technology for dynamic trading environments? As part of our Equities Front Office Marking and Analytics Team, you’ll collaborate with talented professionals to deliver solutions that drive business success. You’ll have the opportunity to work with cutting‑edge technologies, influence automation strategies, and contribute to projects that transform how we operate. We value your expertise and offer a supportive, agile environment where your ideas can make a real difference. Join us to grow your career and help shape the future of equity derivatives technology.

As an Associate – Equities Front Office Marking and Analytics Software Engineer in the Marking and Analytics team, you will design, develop, and enhance applications critical to our Equity Derivatives trading and sales desks. You will partner closely with trading, sales, Quantitative Research, and other technology teams to deliver innovative solutions. You will be part of an agile, delivery‑focused team that values collaboration and technical excellence. Your work will directly impact business processes and provide opportunities to propose and implement new ideas. You will help drive business transformation across analytics, marking, and publishing.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain applications for marking, trading, risk, and analytics
• Collaborate with trading desks, sales, Quantitative Research, and technology teams
• Partner with front office to automate processes and functions using technology solutions
• Participate in business transformation projects across analytics and publishing
• Propose and explore new solutions to enhance business competitiveness
• Ensure stability and reliability of the existing technology stack
• Break down requirements into technical deliverables and estimate effort
• Apply disciplined code management, testing, and deployment practices
• Utilize best‑in‑class technologies such as Python, Java, and React/Redux
• Communicate effectively with global and local counterparts
• Solve complex problems with mathematical and technological backgrounds

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Experience developing, deploying, and maintaining commercial service‑oriented applications
• Proficiency in at least one modern programming language (e.g., Python, Java)
• Knowledge of at least one relational database (e.g., Sybase, SQL Server, Oracle)
• Understanding of unit testing and effective utilization in development
• Experience with full project lifecycle and technical deliverable estimationAbility to work effectively within a global team environment
• Strong problem‑solving skills for mathematical and technological challenges
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented setting
• Effective communication skills for describing problems and solutions
• Experience with React

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Business knowledge of simple derivative products (vanilla options, variance swaps, strategies involving vanillas), including pricing and risk evaluation using Greeks
• Equities business knowledge or relevant experience in other business areas
• Unix or Linux knowledge
• Working knowledge of continuous integration and deployment processes
• Experience with project management