Java Lead Software Engineer - Morgan ; AWM

Lead Software Engineer – Morgan Money Liquidity Trading

Morgan Money has revolutionized liquidity trading across the firm, serving our corporate clients in all regions with next‑generation trading capabilities at their fingertips.

As a Lead Software Engineer at JPMorgan Chase within the Asset and Wealth Management (AWM) division, we are expanding our presence in Columbus and this is a unique opportunity to contribute to one of the most exciting technology agendas in the firm. We are growing the solution further through several flagship technology innovation streams and your role will be part of the engineering team responsible for the platform supporting:

• $31 Bn average daily gross trading volume
• In excess of 6,700 active clients
• Over $400 Bn Assets under management

• Collaborates directly with Investment Teams, Traders, and Portfolio Managers, effectively bridging communication without relying on business analysts or Project Managers.
• Thrives in a fast‑paced environment, contributing to one of Asset Management’s most high‑profile platforms.
• Operates as part of an agile team, regularly deploying software updates to production and adjusting to the dynamic needs and scale of the business.
• Influences peers and project decision‑makers to consider the use and application of leading‑edge technologies.
• Regularly provides technical guidance and direction to support the business, technical teams, contractors, and vendors.
• Drives decisions that influence product design, application functionality, and technical operations and processes.
• Serves as a function‑wide subject matter expert in one or more areas of focus.
• Active contributor to the engineering community, advocating firm‑wide frameworks, tools, and practices of the Software Development Life Cycle.
• Develops secure and high‑quality production code, and reviews and debugs code written by others.

• Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 5+ years of applied experience.
• Excellent programming experience in Core Java.
• Implement TDD and BDD techniques, with a focus on leveraging mocking frameworks for effective testing.
• Understanding of IoC frameworks in Java, such as native Spring or Guice.
• Knowledge of next‑generation messaging and streaming technologies such as Kafka, IBM MQ, Solace or Ignite.
• Strong grasp of engineering principles, including CI/CD, application resiliency, and security.
• Demonstrated knowledge of software applications and technical processes within a technical discipline (cloud, artificial intelligence, machine learning, etc.).
• Overall knowledge of the Software Development Life Cycle.

• Exposure to working with trading, FIX engines, or related technologies.
• Experience in smart contracts, Ethereum, and digital wallets.
• Exposure to cloud technologies and certification.
• Python skills are highly desirable.

JPMorgan

Chase, 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 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…