Senior Lead Software Engineer - Strategic Index - Commodities - Front Office
JPMorgan Chase · London, United Kingdom · 4d ago
Build technology that helps shape the future of strategic index trading. At JPMorganChase, you will collaborate with a global network of technologists and business partners to deliver solutions that drive growth and automation. You will have room to learn, develop your skills, and take on meaningful ownership. If you enjoy solving complex problems and improving how teams deliver software, you will feel at home here. We value curiosity, teamwork, and a culture where everyone can contribute.
As a Senior Lead Software Engineer at JPMorgan Chase in the Strategic Index Technology team, you will lead key projects that support our cross-markets index platform. You will partner closely with colleagues across Quantitative Research, Structuring, Trading, Sales, and Middle Office to deliver high-quality software. You will help evolve our technology stack and engineering practices to keep the platform efficient, resilient, and innovative. You will bring a strong focus on testing, operational excellence, and secure delivery. Your work will directly impact how we run and grow our strategic index business.
Job Responsibilities
- Lead delivery of key projects within a global program of work
- Collaborate with and influence technology teams to deliver user-focused solutions
- Design, develop, and maintain applications and components supporting the Strategic Index desk
- Partner with business users to understand requirements and prioritize deliverables
- Apply Agile practices to take work from inception through production release
- Drive adoption and governance of approved AI-assisted engineering practices, including validation standards for secure, correct, and performant outputs
- Use approved software development toolchains and automation capabilities to improve delivery efficiency at scale
- Champion testing and quality throughout the development lifecycle
- Improve platform design and capabilities through continuous iteration and feedback
- Take ownership of outcomes and drive work to completion with appropriate stakeholders
- Communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical audiences
Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills
- Proficiency in object-oriented or functional programming using Python, Java, C++, or C#
- Willingness to become proficient and develop in Python
- Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality, well-tested software in a controlled environment
- Strong interpersonal skills to partner effectively with business users and stakeholders
- Working knowledge of Agile development methodologies
- Demonstrated ability to lead effective, enterprise-authorized AI-assisted software development practices (coding, review, testing, troubleshooting) with clear expectations for validation
- Strong understanding of responsible AI use in engineering workflows, including data sensitivity, secure handling of inputs and outputs, and adherence to resiliency and security expectations
- Ability to take ownership of deliverables from requirements through production support
- Commitment to building reliable, maintainable software with a strong testing mindset
- Ability to collaborate effectively on a global, cross-functional team
- Commitment to continuous learning and improving engineering practices
Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills
- Experience developing applications in finance or investment banking, such as market risk, profit and loss, or financial modeling
- Knowledge of Equities, Foreign Exchange, Credit, Rates, Commodities, or index and portfolio analytics
At JPMorganChase, you will join a collaborative, inclusive team where your ideas and technical expertise help shape the platform and drive measurable business impact.