Sr Lead eSoftware Engineer, Developer-Macro Algo Execution

J.P. MORGAN; City Of London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in financial services is seeking a Core Java Algo Execution Platform Engineer for their Macro-wide Algo Trading Technology team in London. The role includes designing and optimizing an execution platform for FX, Rates, and Commodities businesses. Candidates should have strong Java skills and experience with algorithms and data structures. This position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment where your contributions directly impact trading operations.

Qualifications

• Professional experience with Java.
• Strong understanding of algorithms, data structures, and system design.
• Knowledge of threading and performance optimization strategies.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative global team environment.
• Attention to detail and strong problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Java

Algorithms

Data Structures

Linux or Unix

Networking TCP/UDP

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or Physics

Tools

Python

Job description

Job Description

Short Description: Drive innovation in electronic trading by building and optimizing our Macro-wide Algo execution platform.

Introductory Marketing Language: Join us to shape the future of electronic trading technology. You will have the opportunity to work on performance-sensitive systems that power global markets. We value your expertise in algorithms, system design, and collaborative problem-solving. At our company, you can grow your skills, work with talented engineers, and make a real impact on our trading platform. Be part of a team that thrives on innovation and continuous improvement.

Job Summary: As a Core Java Algo Execution Platform Engineer in our Macro-wide Algo Trading Technology team, you will design and enhance the execution platform supporting FX, Rates, and Commodities businesses. You will collaborate closely with business partners and global team members to deliver robust trading solutions. Your work will directly influence the efficiency and reliability of our trading systems. We foster a culture of teamwork, technical excellence, and continuous learning.

Job Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain electronic trading components
• Apply low-level programming techniques to optimize trading software for low latency
• Collaborate with business partners and team members to enhance Algo order offerings
• Support the execution platform and provide second line support for trading operations
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of global trading systems

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:

• Demonstrate professional experience with Java
• Show strong understanding of algorithms, data structures, and system design
• Apply knowledge of threading and performance optimization strategies
• Work effectively in a collaborative, global team environment
• Possess strong Linux or Unix skills and understanding of networking topologies, including TCP and UDP
• Hold a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, or equivalent experience
• Exhibit attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
• Learn quickly and apply new skills effectively

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:

• Bring relevant experience in markets ETrading
• Utilize scripting skills, with Python as an advantage
• Demonstrate ability to analyze and resolve issues efficiently
• Work independently as well as part of a team

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.

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.