Lead Software Engineer - Quant Developer Python
J.P. Morgan
Software Engineering
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As a Lead Software Engineer at JPMorganChase within the Asset and Wealth Management line of business, you are an integral part of an agile team that works to enhance, build, and deliver trusted market-leading technology products in a secure, stable, and scalable way. This is a role for a high-performing Quant Developer in a high-performing team. We are looking for developers to contribute to the transformation of the Quant Research Platform and Portfolio Construction and Management stack into an industry-leading platform. If you are an expert in Python, business-focused, and have a strong grounding in statistical methods and data analytics, please apply. You will work alongside Quant Research on model development, validation workflows, and the build-out of reusable Python Quant libraries that standardize research-to-production patterns and accelerate delivery across the platform. You’ll be required to apply your depth of knowledge and expertise across the software development lifecycle, partnering continuously with Quant Research on a daily basis.
Job responsibilities
- Executes creative software solutions, design, development, and technical troubleshooting with ability to think beyond routine or conventional approaches to build solutions or break down technical problems
- Develops secure high-quality production code, and reviews and debugs code written by others
- Identifies opportunities to eliminate or automate remediation of recurring issues to improve overall operational stability of software applications and systems
- Leads evaluation sessions with external vendors, startups, and internal teams to drive outcomes-oriented probing of architectural designs, technical credentials, and applicability for use within existing systems and information architecture
- Leads communities of practice across Software Engineering to drive awareness and use of new and leading-edge technologies
- Adds to team culture of diversity, opportunity, inclusion, and respect
Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills
- Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 5+ years applied experience .
- Excellent software development skills in Python and ability to learn new technologies quickly
- Advanced knowledge of architecture and design across complex systems
- Knowledge of industry-wide technology trends and best practices
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Ability to work in large, collaborative teams to achieve organizational goals
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Proficient in all aspects of the Software Development Life Cycle
- In-depth knowledge of the financial services industry and their IT systems
- Passionate about building an innovative culture
- Practical cloud native experience
Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills
- CFA charter holder
- BS or MSc degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or a related scientific discipline
We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.
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.
JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans
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.
Support the quant research and portfolio management business within our Global Fixed Income, Currency, and Commodity group.