Senior Lead Software Engineer - Macro Algo Execution

JPMorgan Chase & Co.•Jersey City, NJ

19d

About The Position

Be an integral part of an agile team that's constantly pushing the envelope to enhance, build, and deliver top-notch technology products. As a Senior Lead Software Engineer at JPMorgan Chase within the Commercial and Investment Banks Macro Algo Trading Technology team, you will play a crucial role in an agile team dedicated to enhancing, building, and delivering trusted, market-leading technology products in a secure, stable, and scalable manner. Your expertise and contributions will promote significant business impact, as you apply your deep technical knowledge and problem-solving skills to address a wide range of challenges across various technologies and applications. Join the Electronic Trading technology team to work on performance-sensitive systems that power global markets. We have an opportunity to impact your career and provide an adventure where you can push the limits of what's possible. You will design and enhance the execution platform supporting FX, Rates, and Commodities businesses. You will collaborate closely with business partners and global team members to deliver robust trading solutions. Your work will directly influence the efficiency and reliability of our trading systems. We foster a culture of teamwork, technical excellence, and continuous learning.

Requirements

Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 5+ years applied experience
Hands-on practical experience delivering system design, application development, testing, and operational stability
Advanced in one or more programming language(s) - Core Java, Multithreading
Deep understanding of algorithms, data structures, system design, threading implications, and strategies for optimizing performance-sensitive code.
Apply knowledge of threading and performance optimization strategies
Work effectively in a collaborative, global team environment
Possess strong Linux or Unix skills and understanding of networking topologies, including TCP and UDP
Exhibit attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
Learn quickly and apply new skills effectively
Experience in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, or a related technical field

Nice To Haves

Relevant markets Electronic Trading experience
Utilize scripting skills, with Python will be an advantage
Demonstrate ability to analyze and resolve issues efficiently
Work independently as well as part of a team

Responsibilities

Regularly provides technical guidance and direction to support the business and its technical teams, contractors, and vendors
Develops secure and high-quality production code, and reviews and debugs code written by others
Design, develop, and maintain electronic trading components
Apply low-level programming techniques to optimize trading software for low latency
Collaborate with business partners and team members to enhance Algo order offerings
Support the execution platform and provide second line support for trading operations
Contribute to the development and maintenance of global trading systems

Benefits

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.

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