We have an opportunity to work on innovative, mission-critical technology in a collaborative, global environment. Be part of a team that values creativity, initiative, and professional growth.

As a Lead Software Engineer at JPMorgan Chase within Electronic Trading Technology team, you'll join a world-class team operating across major financial centers including New York, London, Hong Kong, and Tokyo. You will join a team of talented C++ Developers who are driven by innovation and passionate about building cutting-edge technology. If you excel in fast-paced environments and possess deep expertise in algorithms, data structures, and operating systems, this is your opportunity to make a significant impact at the forefront of electronic trading

Job responsibilities

Design and build high-performance, low-latency trading algorithms and strategies that power our electronic trading platforms.
Lead complex projects and take full ownership of critical applications and components.
Optimize and enhance our codebase for maximum performance, scalability, and reliability.
Ensure system stability and robustness through rigorous testing and debugging.
Drives team adoption of enterprise-authorized AI-assisted engineering practices within the work environment to improve code quality, delivery speed, and operational outcomes (e.g., AI-assisted code review/refactoring, test strategy acceleration, incident/root-cause analysis support), while establishing consistent validation standards (secure coding, peer review, automated testing) and promoting reuse of effective patterns across the team.
Applies knowledge of tools within the Software Development Life Cycle toolchain, including enterprise-authorized AI-assisted development and automation capabilities, to improve the value realized by automation.
Collaborate closely with business partners and technology teams to translate requirements into innovative technical solutions.
Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies in algorithmic trading and smart order routing.
Proactively identify and resolve issues, ensuring seamless execution of our technology roadmap.
Engage in all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle for our electronic trading services.
Demonstrate sound judgment and leadership under pressure, especially in time-sensitive situations.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 5+ years applied experience
Advanced proficiency in C++11/14, STL, and data structures.
Strong Unix/Linux expertise, with deep knowledge of multithreading and TCP/IP network programming.
Demonstrated experience leading effective use of approved AI-assisted software development tools (e.g., for coding, code review, test acceleration, troubleshooting) with the ability to set team expectations for validating AI outputs for correctness, performance, and security.
Strong understanding of responsible AI use in engineering workflows, including data sensitivity considerations, secure handling of inputs/outputs, and adherence to resiliency and security expectations experience coaching engineers on safe, compliant adoption within delivery practices
Solid understanding of Object-Oriented Programming, software architecture, and algorithms.
Experience across all aspects of the Software Development Life Cycle.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

Experience with kernel tuning and low-level system programming.
Familiarity with Boost libraries.
Expertise in TCP/IP socket programming and knowledge of FIX protocol
Background in Equities, Futures, and Options Electronic Trading Technology.
Exposure to modern CI/CD development practices.

Vice President - Sr. Lead / Lead Software Engineer - C++ - Equities Trading/ Electronic Trading