Sr Lead Java Software Engineer – Markets CRM Platform

J.P. Morgan; Greater London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in the UK is seeking a Senior Vice President Engineering Lead to shape and deliver technology solutions for their Markets CRM platform. This opportunity involves leading a global engineering team, ensuring innovative and secure solutions that impact the business and client experience. The ideal candidate should have expertise in Java and a firm grasp on agile methodologies and cloud technologies. A collaborative and inclusive work environment awaits, along with competitive compensation and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Professional development resources

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in relevant field.
• Formal training or certification in software engineering.
• Hands-on technical leadership experience in large corporate settings.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of the Markets CRM platform.
• Set technical direction and drive architectural decisions.
• Oversee software solutions and continuous improvement.

Skills

Java fundamentals

Object-oriented programming

Multi-threading

Messaging technologies

Interpersonal and communication skills

Agile methodologies

Cloud technologies

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Linux

React

Angular

Vue.js

Python

Job description

Join us to shape the future of our Markets CRM platform and make a lasting impact on the financial industry. You will have the opportunity to lead talented engineers, drive technical innovation, and influence the direction of market‑leading solutions. At JPMorgan Chase, we value your expertise and offer a collaborative environment where your ideas matter. Grow your career while working with cutting‑edge technologies and a diverse, inclusive team.

As a Senior Vice President Engineering Lead in the Markets CRM team, you will architect and deliver technology solutions that empower our Markets business. You will guide a global team, ensuring the platform is secure, scalable, and innovative. You will play a hands‑on role in technical leadership, fostering a culture of inclusion and continuous improvement. Your work will directly impact our business and client experience.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, development, and delivery of the Markets CRM platform
• Set technical direction and drive architectural decisions
• Oversee execution of software solutions and continuous improvement initiatives
• Produce and review architecture and design artifacts for distributed applications
• Guide teams in building and supporting front‑end and back‑end services
• Ensure creation of secure, high‑quality production code
• Drive adoption of modern front‑end and cloud‑native technologies
• Champion agile methodologies and secure development practices
• Facilitate technical analysis, estimation, planning, and code reviews
• Lead efforts to analyze and synthesize large data sets for improvement
• Build and nurture a high‑performing, diverse engineering team

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• Formal training or certification in software engineering concepts
• Hands‑on experience as a developer and technical leader in large corporate environments
• Expertise in Java fundamentals, object‑oriented programming, multi‑threading, messaging technologies, and computer networks
• Experience building high‑performance, latency‑sensitive Java applications
• Solid understanding of agile methodologies, CI/CD, application resiliency, and security best practices
• Experience developing, debugging, and maintaining code using modern programming and database querying languages
• Knowledge of cloud, AI/ML, and mobile software applications and technical processes
• Experience maintaining and troubleshooting software in Linux environments; familiarity with containers and cloud architectures/services
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with experience working in global teams
• Commitment to continuous learning and improvement

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:

• Familiarity with modern front‑end technologies such as React, Angular, or Vue.js
• Exposure to cloud technologies like AWS, Azure, or GCP
• Experience with Python and front‑end development
• Practical experience with FIX messaging protocol and QuickFIX/J
• Familiarity with Hazelcast or other distributed computing platforms
• Experience with distributed systems, microservices, and event‑driven architectures

Why Join Us?

You will have the opportunity to lead and shape a critical platform in a world‑class financial institution. We offer a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative work environment, access to cutting‑edge technologies, and professional development resources. Enjoy competitive compensation and benefits while making a real impact.

JPMorgan Chase is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.