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Software Engineer, Low-Latency Java and Kafka

JPMorgan Chase

On-site
Bournemouth, Dorset
Full-time
Mid Level
Salary not listedPosted 1w ago

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Job description

JPMorgan Chase is hiring a Software Engineer, Low-Latency Java and Kafka — a full-time, based in Bournemouth, Dorset role. Apply directly on JPMorgan Chase's careers page below.

Software Engineer II - Low-Latency Java and Kafka

Location: BOURNEMOUTH, DORSET, United Kingdom

 

Join JPMorgan’s Global Liquidity and Cash Management Technology team and be part of a dynamic group dedicated to delivering innovative technology products. We are seeking motivated Java engineers to enhance our global technology organization, focusing on modern solutions for the Corporate & Investment Bank’s Payments business. Our systems manage client liquidity in real-time, supporting cash demands and building a next-generation core wholesale banking platform designed for global scale and rapid response. 

As a Software Engineer II at JPMorgan Chase within the Global Liquidity and Cash Management Technology team, you will be responsible for building and supporting services for our market-leading liquidity business. You will contribute features, enhancements and bug fixes – ensuring our codebase remains modern, well-structured and robust. You will collaborate with colleagues to perform technical analysis of client requirements, participate in estimation, planning, code reviews, architecture design sessions and retrospectives. This role offers the opportunity to learn about liquidity from colleagues, stakeholders and extensive training resources. You will have the chance to grow your skills through our curated technical development programs and dedicated training days. This exciting role provides you with the opportunity to see the direct impact of your contributions on the liquidity business and receive client feedback from around the globe. While banking experience is not required, you must be a passionate and well-rounded technologist, eager to continuously learn and enhance your skills. 

 

Job responsibilities 

  • Design and develop high-performance, latency-sensitive code, incorporate security requirements and reviewing code written by team members using software engineering best practices 

  • Write secure, high-quality code and automated tests 

  • Produce architecture and design artifacts for complex applications while being accountable for ensuring design constraints are met by code 

  • Identify opportunities to eliminate recurring issues to improve overall operational stability of software applications and systems 

  • Participate in communities of practice across the group to drive awareness, consistency and adoption of modern technologies 

  • Collaborate effectively as part of a global team 

  • Provide out of hours application support and coordinate of Production releases 

  • Leverages enterprise-authorized AI coding assist tools within the work environment to improve code quality, delivery speed, and productivity (e.g., code generation/refactoring, unit test creation, documentation), while validating outputs through peer review, automated testing, and secure coding standards.

  • Applies knowledge of tools within the Software Development Life Cycle toolchain, including enterprise-authorized AI-assisted development and automation capabilities, to improve the value realized by automation

 

 

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills 

  • Formal training or certification on Java concepts and proficient applied experience. 

  • Understanding of Java 17+ fundamentals and frameworks (Spring Boot), OO programming paradigms, multi-threading, messaging technologies and computer networks 

  • Experience with modern testing tools (JUnit, Mockito, Spring Test Framework) 

  • Experience using and designing schemas/data structures in resilient SQL and NoSQL databases (e.g. CockroachDB) 

  • Familiarity with maintaining and troubleshooting software running in a Linux environment, familiarity with the Linux operating system, system utilities, containers and cloud architectures and services 

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with experience working with globally distributed engineers and stakeholders 

  • Understanding of the full software development lifecycle and agile approach 

  • Hands-on experience using enterprise-authorized AI-assisted software development tools within the work environment (e.g., for coding, testing, troubleshooting, or documentation) with demonstrated ability to critically evaluate and validate AI-generated outputs.

  • Understanding of responsible AI use in engineering workflows, including data sensitivity considerations, secure handling of inputs/outputs, and adherence to resiliency and security expectations.

     

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills 

  • Hands on experience another statically compiled language like RustGoLang or C++ 

  • Experience in building high-performance, latency-sensitive Java applications 

  • Experience with OSI Layer 7 proxies (e.g. Envoy) 

  • Experience with gRPCand Google Protocol Buffers 

  • Experience with infrastructure as code software, e.g. Terraform 

  • Certified Kubernetes and public cloud knowledge (e.g. CKAD and AWS certifications) 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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. Design and deliver market leading products in a secure and scalable way as a member of an agile team

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Frequently asked questions

What skills are required for Software Engineer, Low-Latency Java and Kafka at JPMorgan Chase?

The required skills for Software Engineer, Low-Latency Java and Kafka at JPMorgan Chase include: Java, Kafka, Spring Boot, JUnit, SQL, NoSQL, Linux, Docker, Kubernetes, AWS, Rust, Go, C++, gRPC, Terraform.

What is the seniority level for Software Engineer, Low-Latency Java and Kafka at JPMorgan Chase?

Software Engineer, Low-Latency Java and Kafka at JPMorgan Chase is a Mid Level level position.

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