Lead Software Engineer - Python

J.P. Morgan

J.P. Morgan

Software Engineering
London, UK
Posted on Feb 24, 2026

Join us to shape the future of equity derivatives trading technology. You’ll collaborate with talented colleagues and business partners to deliver solutions that drive our competitive edge. We offer an agile, delivery-focused environment where your ideas and expertise are valued. At JPMorgan Chase, you’ll find opportunities for career growth, professional development, and the chance to make a real impact. Be part of a diverse team that thrives on innovation and collaboration.


As a Senior Software Engineer in the Equities Front Office Trading and Analytics Team, you will lead the Evo Future State workstream, partnering with trading desks, technology teams, and Quantitative Research. You will develop and enhance critical applications supporting marking, AI trading, trade management, risk, and analytics. You’ll work in a fast-paced, agile environment, collaborating globally to deliver high-quality solutions. Your contributions will help transform business processes and drive the success of our trading platform.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Lead the design and development of new and existing trading and analytics applications
  • Collaborate closely with trading, sales, Quantitative Research, and technology teams
  • Drive automation of front office processes using innovative technology solutions
  • Ensure stability and reliability of the application stack
  • Participate in business transformation projects across analytics, marking, and publishing
  • Propose and explore new solutions to maintain a competitive edge
  • Apply disciplined code management, testing, and deployment practices
  • Break down requirements into technical deliverables and estimate effort
  • Solve complex problems with mathematical and technological approaches
  • Communicate effectively with global team members and stakeholders
  • Contribute to the development of a global platform in a collaborative environment

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:

  • Hands-on experience with Python or another modern programming language
  • Experience developing, deploying, and maintaining commercial service-oriented applications
  • Strong understanding of systematic trading technology platforms
  • Knowledge of relational databases such as Sybase, SQL Server, or Oracle
  • Familiarity with unit testing and disciplined development practices
  • Ability to translate requirements into technical deliverables
  • Experience working effectively within a global team
  • Strong problem-solving skills with a mathematical or technological focus
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
  • Effective communication skills for describing problems and solutions
  • Business knowledge of simple derivative products, including pricing and risk evaluation

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:

  • Experience in equities or other relevant business areas
  • Knowledge of Unix or Linux environments
  • Familiarity with continuous integration and deployment processes
  • Experience with project management
  • Understanding of service-oriented platforms and open source frameworks

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.

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.
Promote innovation in trading and analytics apps, collaborating with front office teams for impactful solutions.