Lead Software Engineering - C++ - Electronic Trading Tech

Job Description

Join our Electronic Trading Technology team which offers an exciting opportunity to work on our Smart Order Router, Pre-trade Risk Management , Exchange Connectivity and Direct Market Access products, playing a critical role in optimizing the execution of trades across various markets.

As a Lead Software Engineer at JPMorgan Chase within the Corporate & Investment Banking's Electronic Trading Tech group, you will join a global team with a presence in New York, London, Hong Kong, and Tokyo. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced C++ Developer. You should have exceptionally strong programming & design skills in C++, and possess a good understanding of algorithms, data structures and operating systems.

Job Responsibilities

• Design and implement high-performance, low-latency trading algorithms and strategies.
• Drive projects/Complex assignments and take end to end responsibilities of areas/apps,
• Optimize and improve existing codebase for better performance, scalability, and reliability
• Conduct thorough testing and debugging to identify and resolve issues, ensuring the stability and robustness of the system
• Collaborate with business, and other technology teams to understand requirements and translate them into technical specifications
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies related to algorithmic trading and smart order routing
• Identifies and mitigates issues to execute a book of work while escalating issues as necessary
• Participates in various stages SDLC of JPMorgan Electronic Trading services.
• Exhibit sound judgment under pressure in handling time critical situations. Lead and follow Agile Methodologies and Principles
• Provide overall direction, oversight, and coaching for entry-level to mid-level software engineers that work on basic to moderately complex tasks
  
  

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills

• Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 5+ years applied experience
• Strong proficiency in C++11/14, STL, Data Structures
• Strong Unix/Linux background with expertise in Multithreading and TCP/IP Network programming
• Advanced knowledge of Object Oriented Programing, Design, Software Architecture and Algorithms
• Proficient in all aspects of the Software Development Life Cycle
  
  

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills

• Kernel tuning and low-level system programming
• Boost
• TCP/IP socket programming
• FIX (www.fixprotocol.org)
• Equities, Futures, and Options Electronic Trading Tech experience
• Familiarity with modern Continuous Integration Development (CI/CD) practices
  
  

ABOUT US

JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

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

Our Corporate & Investment Bank relies on innovators like you to build and maintain the technology that helps us safely service the world’s important corporations, governments and institutions. You'll develop solutions that help the bank provide strategic advice, raise capital, manage risk, and extend liquidity in markets spanning over 100 countries around the world.