Job Description

As a Software Engineer III in Asset Management Trading Technology, you will help transform trading. You will design, build, and evolve industry-leading platforms that manage orders and execute trades across diverse asset classes. Working closely with Traders, you will support critical applications in production and engineer solutions that automate and optimize the order management lifecycle. You will be part of a team that values technical excellence, creative problem-solving, and rapid delivery, where your expertise will directly shape the future of trading technology.

Job Responsibilities

Support critical applications in production, interacting directly with users to resolve issues
Design and engineer scalable, high-performance trading systems across multiple asset classes.
Collaborate directly with Traders to deliver impactful solutions.
Build and develop core Java applications for mission-critical trading platforms.
Architect and implement next-generation messaging and streaming technologies such as Kafka and AMPS.
Drive technical innovation and contribute creative ideas for platform advancement.
Drive the adoption and scaling of GenAI practices within the software development workflow, bringing creative ideas on how to use AI tooling effectively and reliably.
Lead code reviews and mentor team members to ensure engineering excellence.
Participate in the full software development lifecycle from design through to production.
Focus on continuous improvement and fast, iterative delivery.
Deploy code to production daily with confidence.
Add to team culture of diversity, opportunity, inclusion, and respect

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or equivalent
Formal Training and certification on software engineering and 3+ years of applied experience
Proven hands-on experience designing and building end-to-end software systems.
Strong knowledge of core Java and object-oriented design principles. Kotlin nice to have.
Experience with messaging and streaming technologies e.g. Kafka
Solid understanding of modern software architecture and design patterns.
Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Commitment to building reliable, scalable, and maintainable systems.
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams including Traders and Quants.
Passion for code quality, engineering excellence, and elegant solutions.
Dedication to continuous improvement and rapid delivery.
Strong problem-solving skills and creative thinking

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills

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

ABOUT US

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.

About The Team

J.P. Morgan Asset & Wealth Management delivers industry-leading investment management and private banking solutions. Asset Management provides individuals, advisors and institutions with strategies and expertise that span the full spectrum of asset classes through our global network of investment professionals. Wealth Management helps individuals, families and foundations take a more intentional approach to their wealth or finances to better define, focus and realize their goals.

Software Engineer III - Java - Asset Management Trading Technology