Senior Lead Software Engineer - Trading Systems

Socket.dev; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorganChase is seeking a Senior Lead Software Engineer within the Securitized Product Group Technology to drive expert-level development and modernization across pre-trade, trade capture, and pricing domains. You will shape scalable tools, advise on AI-assisted engineering practices, and collaborate with Risk and P&L teams to deliver robust solutions.

The role emphasizes hands-on development, architecture leadership, and cross-team influence, with a focus on secure coding, automated testing,

Qualifications

• 5+ years of software engineering experience with Java and Spring Stack.
• Experience with Kafka and messaging hubs.
• Experience in fixed income trading systems.
• Ability to influence across matrixed organizations.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on development, bug fixes, and user management.
• Design trading tools across pre-trade, trade capture and pricing.
• Analyze legacy systems to identify improvements.
• Develop metrics to measure transformation initiatives.
• Lead pilots for new technologies and methodologies.
• Promote AI-assisted engineering practices and governance.

Skills

Java

Spring

Spring Boot

Spring Cloud

Python

C++

Kafka

IBM MQ

Tibco

AMPS

AI tools

Responsible AI

Leadership

Education

CS/Engineering degree

Graduate degree

Tools

Kafka

IBM MQ

Tibco

AMPS

Job description

We have an opportunity to impact your career where you can push your limits of what's possible

As a Senior Lead Software Engineer at JPMorganChase within the Corporate & Investment Bank Securitized Product Group Technology team, you will be a subject matters expert (SME) for a specific area of trade pre-trade, trade capture, pricing, and real-time risk & pnl stream of work. Your expertise is applied cross-functionally to drive the adoption and implementation of technical methods within various teams and aid the firm in remaining at the forefront of industry trends, best practices, and technological advances.

Job responsibilities

• Programming and problem-solves with 100% hands-on development, support , bug fixes and users’ management skills.
• Design and develop trading tools, technical solutions and streamline technological stack across pre-trade, trade capture and pricing domain of FICC asset class.
• Conduct thorough analysis of legacy systems and processes; identify areas for improvement and innovation.
• Develop metrics and KPIs to measure the success of transformation initiatives and report progress to senior leadership.
• Drive the design and development of the new system, deep dive in-to existing system and processes to propose solutions.
• Collaborate with wider SPG Trading, Risk and P&L teams to build scalable and robust solutions that support business needs.
• Quickly develop proof-of-concept solution to prove feasibility of technological solutions.
• Proactively communicate to management and business stake holders.
• Lead pilot projects to test new technologies and methodologies, evaluating their potential impact on the firm.
• Drives adoption and governance of approved AI-assisted engineering practices across teams to improve code quality, delivery speed, and operational outcomes (e.g., AI-assisted code review/refactoring, test acceleration, release readiness, incident/root-cause analysis), while establishing measurable validation standards (secure coding, peer review, automated testing) and promoting reuse of proven patterns and automation within the SDLC/TLM toolchain.
• Applies knowledge of tools within the Software Development Life Cycle toolchain, including approved AI-assisted development and automation capabilities, to improve the value realized by automation at scale.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 5+ years of applied experience of Java, Core Spring Framework and including other sub-projects like Spring Boot and Spring Cloud. Python or C++ are also acceptable

• Experience in developing software using Kafka, IBM MQ, Tibco and AMPS as messaging hubs.
• Experience in developing transformation projects with latest technological skills in Fixed Income trading system domain.
• Demonstrated prior experience influencing across highly matrixed, complex organizations and delivering value at scale
• Experience in working on complex projects supporting system design, testing, and operational stability
• Expertise in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, or a related technical field
• Demonstrated experience leading effective use of enterprise-authorized AI-assisted software development tools within the work environment (e.g., for coding, code review, test acceleration, troubleshooting) with the ability to set team expectations for validating AI outputs for correctness, performance, and security
• Strong understanding of responsible AI use in engineering workflows, including data sensitivity considerations, secure handling of inputs/outputs, and adherence to resiliency and security expectations; experience coaching senior engineers/leads on compliant usage patterns and controls.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• 10+ years of software development experience using either: Java, Python, C++ or SQL.
• Experience as a lead software engineer for a small team is preferred.
• Strong understanding of programming and problem-solving skills.
• Team player and positive attitude.
• Graduate degree in Computer science/engineering field.
• AI/ML, NLP knowledge

JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

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. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans

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.