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Lead Software Engineer

JPMorgan Chase

On-site
London, UK
Full-time
Senior
Manager
Salary not listedPosted 2mo ago

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Job description

JPMorgan Chase is hiring a Lead Software Engineer — a full-time, based in London, UK role. Apply directly on JPMorgan Chase's careers page below.

Lead Software Engineer for COMMODITIES UK

Location: LONDON, United Kingdom

Short Description

Description

We have an opportunity to impact your career and provide an adventure where you can push the limits of what's possible.

As a Python Lead Software Engineer (Athena platform) at JPMorganChase within the Commodities Derisking Team, you are an integral part of an agile team that works to enhance, build, and deliver trusted market-leading technology products in a secure, stable, and scalable way. As a core technical contributor, you are responsible for conducting critical technology solutions across multiple technical areas within various business functions in support of the firm’s business objectives. .

Job responsibilities

Develop next gen applications for Commodities trading desks across the globe at JPMorganChase

Executes creative software solutions, design, development, and technical troubleshooting with ability to think beyond routine or conventional approaches to build solutions or break down technical problems

Develops secure high-quality production code, and reviews and debugs code written by others

Identifies opportunities to eliminate or automate remediation of recurring issues to improve overall operational stability of software applications and systems

Leads evaluation sessions with external vendors, startups, and internal teams to drive outcomes-oriented probing of architectural designs, technical credentials, and applicability for use within existing systems and information architecture

Leads communities of practice across Software Engineering to drive awareness and use of new and leading-edge technologies

Adds to team culture of diversity, opportunity, inclusion, and respect

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

Experience in working with Front Office Trading Desks. 

High proficiency in Python

Hands-on practical experience delivering system design, application development, testing, and operational stability

Advanced in one or more programming language(s)

Proficiency in automation and continuous delivery methods

Proficient in all aspects of the Software Development Life Cycle

Advanced understanding of agile methodologies such as CI/CD, Application Resiliency, and Security

Demonstrated proficiency in software applications and technical processes within a technical discipline (e.g., cloud, artificial intelligence, machine learning, mobile, etc.)

In-depth knowledge of the financial services industry and their IT systems

Practical cloud native experience

 

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

About the Organization

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. As a Python Lead Software Engineer (Athena platform) at JPMorganChase within the Commodities Team, you are an integral part of an agile team that works to enhance, build, and deliver trusted market-leading technology products in a secure, stable, and scalable way.

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Frequently asked questions

What skills are required for Lead Software Engineer at JPMorgan Chase?

The required skills for Lead Software Engineer at JPMorgan Chase include: Python, Agile, CI/CD.

What is the seniority level for Lead Software Engineer at JPMorgan Chase?

Lead Software Engineer at JPMorgan Chase is a Senior / Manager level position.

How do I apply for Lead Software Engineer at JPMorgan Chase?

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