Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Work closely with a best-in-class trading business on projects that directly impact revenue and direct exposure to the Algorithmic Trading System platform that spans multiple functions and applications.

Job Summary


As a Lead Software Engineer at JPMorgan Chase within the Corporate & Investment Banking's Equities Technology team, you're 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 Integration / DevOps technical contributor in our Algorithmic Trading Technology team, you're responsible for Change Validation & Signoff, Automation, Release Management, Production Support, Process Improvements, Operational Stability, and for conducting critical technology solutions across multiple technical areas within various business functions in support of the firm's business objectives. The role is primarily focused on APAC Business, however the successful candidate will have opportunities to collaborate with NA and EMEA teams as well.

Job Responsibilities

• 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.
• Identifies opportunities to eliminate or automate remediation of recurring issues to improve overall operational stability of software applications and systems
• Identifies the gaps and provide efficient solutions for - Process Improvements, Project Management, Release Management, Automation Implementation, Operational Stability etc.
• Leads entire Software Development Lifecycle - requirements gathering, design/ implementation assistance, change validation, deployment, handover to production management teams, production support etc.
• Acts on Regulatory Needs, Business Requests, Production Requests, Stress Testing etc. with utmost urgency.
• Leads evaluation sessions with external vendors, startups, and internal teams to drive outcomes-oriented probing in DevOps.
• Leads communities of practice across Software Engineering to drive awareness and use of new and leading-edge technologies.
• Adds to team culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 5+ years applied experience
• Hands-on practical experience contributing to system design, development, testing, and operational stability.
• Advanced in one or more scripting languages such as Shell, Python, Perl etc.
• Experience in Benchmark Algorithmic Trading Strategies VWAP, TWAP, POV.
• Proficiency in automation and continuous delivery methods.
• Advanced understanding of agile methodologies such as CI/CD, Applicant Resiliency, and Security.
• Proficient with UNIX, GIT, Jenkins, Maven, Bitbucket, IntelliJ, Jira, Confluence etc.
• Proficient in all aspects of the Software Development Life Cycle.
• In-depth knowledge of the financial services industry and their IT systems with experience in real-time, high performance and/or e-Trading areas (Capital Markets Experience: Equities / Derivatives domain expertise, Electronic Trading Space, Front Office, Fix Protocol, Trade Life Cycle etc.)
• Demonstrated proficiency in software applications and technical processes within a technical discipline (e.g., cloud, artificial intelligence, machine learning, mobile, etc.)
• Practical cloud native experience.
• Strong analytical development skills with exceptional problem solving / debugging skills.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Strong technology generalist - experience building and supporting high performance and resilient applications used within a high performance/real time environment.
• Experience working in a team with a strong software development process (build, test, deploy)
• Proficiency in programming using C/C++/Java is a big plus.
• Strong experience in Investment Banking Domain, Front Office Trading Applications.
• Good understanding of FIX Protocol and other financial messaging protocols is preferred




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 TEAM



The Corporate & Investment Bank is a global leader across investment banking, wholesale payments, markets and securities services. The world's most important corporations, governments and institutions entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. We provide strategic advice, raise capital, manage risk and extend liquidity in markets around the world.