Lead Software Engineer – Java - Asset Management Trading

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and evolve high-performance, scalable trading systems across multiple asset classes.
• Develop core Java applications for mission-critical trading platforms and manage the order management lifecycle.
• Architect and implement next-generation messaging and streaming technologies such as Kafka and AMPS.
• Collaborate directly with Traders and Quants to deliver impactful, automated, and optimized solutions.
• Support critical applications in production and resolve issues through direct user interaction.
• Lead code reviews, mentor team members, and drive engineering excellence.
• Drive the adoption of GenAI practices within the software development workflow.
• Participate in the full software development lifecycle with a focus on continuous, iterative delivery.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or an equivalent field.
• 5+ years of applied software engineering experience with formal training or certification.
• Strong proficiency in core Java and object-oriented design principles.
• Proven experience designing and building end-to-end software systems.
• Hands-on experience with messaging and streaming technologies (e.g., Kafka).
• Solid understanding of modern software architecture and design patterns.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in financial services or trading technology.
• Knowledge of distributed systems and microservices architecture.
• Exposure to low-latency or high-throughput systems.
• Understanding of observability and telemetry principles.
• Experience mentoring or leading technical teams.
• Proficiency in Kotlin.

About the Company

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 Asset & Wealth Management division delivers industry-leading investment management and private banking solutions through a global network of professionals.