Platform Engineer - Software Engineer III

Location: LONDON, United Kingdom

Job Family: Software Engineering

About the Role

At JP Morgan Chase, we are a leading global financial services firm with operations spanning investment banking, consumer and community banking, commercial banking, and asset and wealth management. Our Agency Securities Finance team plays a critical role in facilitating efficient lending and borrowing of securities, enabling clients to optimize their portfolios in dynamic markets. As a Platform Engineer - Software Engineer III, you will join our London-based technology team to build and enhance robust platforms that power these operations, ensuring reliability, scalability, and compliance in a high-stakes environment. In this role, you will architect and implement platform solutions that support real-time securities transactions, collateral optimization, and risk management. Collaborating with traders, data scientists, and regulatory experts, you will leverage modern technologies to create resilient systems capable of handling global volumes. Your work will directly impact JP Morgan's ability to deliver innovative financial products while adhering to stringent regulations like MiFID II and Basel III. Expect to engage in full-stack development, from backend services to frontend integrations, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. We seek engineers who thrive in collaborative, fast-paced settings and are passionate about the intersection of technology and finance. This position offers exposure to cutting-edge tools and the opportunity to contribute to projects that shape the future of securities finance at one of the world's largest banks. Join us to advance your career while making a tangible difference in global financial markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain platform infrastructure for Agency Securities Finance operations at JP Morgan Chase
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including traders, quants, and compliance officers to integrate platform features
• Implement scalable microservices and APIs to support securities lending and collateral management
• Optimize platform performance for low-latency processing of financial transactions in a global market
• Ensure platform security and compliance with financial regulations, conducting regular audits and risk assessments
• Automate deployment pipelines using CI/CD tools to enhance development efficiency
• Monitor and troubleshoot platform issues in production environments, minimizing downtime
• Contribute to innovation by exploring emerging technologies like AI/ML for predictive analytics in securities finance
• Mentor junior engineers and participate in code reviews to uphold coding standards
• Document platform architectures and processes to facilitate knowledge sharing across JP Morgan teams

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in software engineering, with a focus on platform development
• Proven experience in building and maintaining scalable platforms in the financial services sector
• Strong understanding of securities finance, particularly agency securities lending and borrowing
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP
• Proficiency in agile methodologies and DevOps practices
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, regulated environment with strict compliance requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in Computer Science or Finance
• Experience with JP Morgan Chase's internal tools or similar large-scale banking systems
• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks like MiFID II, Dodd-Frank, or EMIR in securities finance
• Prior work in high-frequency trading or real-time financial data processing
• Certifications in cloud architecture (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect) or cybersecurity

Required Skills

• Java or Python programming expertise
• Experience with containerization tools like Docker and Kubernetes
• Proficiency in cloud-native development and serverless architectures
• Knowledge of database systems such as SQL and NoSQL (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB)
• Strong understanding of networking, APIs, and RESTful services
• Familiarity with monitoring tools like Prometheus, Grafana, or ELK Stack
• Skills in version control with Git and collaborative platforms like GitHub
• Understanding of cybersecurity principles and secure coding practices
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities
• Agile and Scrum methodology experience
• Financial domain knowledge in securities and derivatives
• Scripting with Bash or PowerShell for automation
• Experience with big data technologies like Kafka or Spark
• Adaptability to evolving regulatory landscapes in finance

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and performance-based annual bonuses
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Generous retirement savings plan with company matching contributions
• Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and parental leave
• Professional development opportunities through JP Morgan's internal training programs
• Employee stock purchase plan and financial wellness resources
• Flexible hybrid work arrangements in London with modern office facilities
• Global mobility programs and networking events within JP Morgan Chase

JP Morgan Chase is an equal opportunity employer.