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Lead Software Engineer - Python

at J.P. Morgan

Tech LeadNo visa sponsorshipPython

Posted 16 hours ago

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Compensation: Not specified
City: London
Country: United Kingdom

Lead the Evo Future State workstream within JPMorgan's Equities Front Office Trading and Analytics team, shaping and delivering trading and analytics applications for marking, AI trading, trade management, risk, and analytics. Partner with trading desks, Quantitative Research, and technology teams in a fast-paced, global, agile environment to drive automation and maintain a robust, scalable platform. Break down requirements into technical deliverables, oversee design and development, and apply disciplined code management, testing, and deployment practices. Requires hands-on Python experience and strong problem-solving skills to translate business needs into technical solutions.

Location: LONDON, LONDON, United Kingdom

Join us to shape the future of equity derivatives trading technology. You’ll collaborate with talented colleagues and business partners to deliver solutions that drive our competitive edge. We offer an agile, delivery-focused environment where your ideas and expertise are valued. At JPMorgan Chase, you’ll find opportunities for career growth, professional development, and the chance to make a real impact. Be part of a diverse team that thrives on innovation and collaboration.

As a Senior Software Engineer in the Equities Front Office Trading and Analytics Team, you will lead the Evo Future State workstream, partnering with trading desks, technology teams, and Quantitative Research. You will develop and enhance critical applications supporting marking, AI trading, trade management, risk, and analytics. You’ll work in a fast-paced, agile environment, collaborating globally to deliver high-quality solutions. Your contributions will help transform business processes and drive the success of our trading platform.

Job Responsibilities:

Lead the design and development of new and existing trading and analytics applications
Collaborate closely with trading, sales, Quantitative Research, and technology teams
Drive automation of front office processes using innovative technology solutions
Ensure stability and reliability of the application stack
Participate in business transformation projects across analytics, marking, and publishing
Propose and explore new solutions to maintain a competitive edge
Apply disciplined code management, testing, and deployment practices
Break down requirements into technical deliverables and estimate effort
Solve complex problems with mathematical and technological approaches
Communicate effectively with global team members and stakeholders
Contribute to the development of a global platform in a collaborative environment

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:

Hands-on experience with Python or another modern programming language
Experience developing, deploying, and maintaining commercial service-oriented applications
Strong understanding of systematic trading technology platforms
Knowledge of relational databases such as Sybase, SQL Server, or Oracle
Familiarity with unit testing and disciplined development practices
Ability to translate requirements into technical deliverables
Experience working effectively within a global team
Strong problem-solving skills with a mathematical or technological focus
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Effective communication skills for describing problems and solutions
Business knowledge of simple derivative products, including pricing and risk evaluation

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:

Experience in equities or other relevant business areas
Knowledge of Unix or Linux environments
Familiarity with continuous integration and deployment processes
Experience with project management
Understanding of service-oriented platforms and open source frameworks

Promote innovation in trading and analytics apps, collaborating with front office teams for impactful solutions.

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