Senior Director of eSoftware Engineering - Global Electronic Trading Technology

If you are a software engineering leader ready to take the reins and drive impact, we've got an opportunity for you. 

As a Director of eSoftware Engineering at JPMorgan Chase within the Commercial and Investment Bank specifically as part of the Global Electronic Trading Technology team, you will hold a pivotal leadership role.. You will  focus focuses on managing the development of our Smart Order Router, Matching Engine, Market Access, and Risk Management systems. The ideal candidate will possess a wide variety of skills and capabilities, driving innovation and ensuring the robustness and efficiency of our electronic trading platforms.

Your leadership, technical expertise, and problem-solving skills will significantly influence business outcomes and address a broad range of challenges across diverse technologies and applications.

 

 

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of low latency electronic trading systems, focusing on Smart Order Router, Matching Engine, Market Access, and Risk Management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business needs and translate them into technical requirements.
• Drive the strategic direction of electronic trading technology, ensuring alignment with business goals and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee the end-to-end software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering and design to deployment and maintenance.
• Ensure the scalability, performance, and reliability of trading systems, implementing best practices in software engineering and architecture.
• Conduct code reviews, unit testing, and integration testing to ensure high-quality software delivery.
• Optimize system performance through kernel tuning and low-level system programming.
• Manage and mentor a team of talented engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes to ensure our trading platforms remain competitive and compliant.

 

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills:

• Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 10+ years applied experience. In addition, 5+ years of experience leading technologists to manage, anticipate and solve complex technical items within your domain of expertise and more broadly across the organization
• Advanced knowledge of C++14 onwards, including template and generic programming.
• Expertise in multi-threaded and concurrent programming.
• Experience in TCP/IP network programming and familiarity with LBM/UME.
• Proven experience in ultra-low latency application development, kernel tuning and low-level system programming.
• Advanced knowledge of system architecture, design, and business processes.
• Proficiency in Linux/Unix, with an understanding of OS and kernel architecture.
• Expertise in application, data, and infrastructure architecture disciplines.
• Ability to work collaboratively in teams and develop meaningful relationships to achieve common goals.

• Familiarity with modern Continuous Integration development practices including all phases of the SDLC. Lead and follow Agile Methodologies and Principles

   

• Exposure to or ability to learn other languages and technologies like Java and Cloud Technologies.

 

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills:

• Experience with Python and Perl is a plus.
• Knowledge of Electronic Trading and Equities, Futures, and Options Exchange Connectivity experience is desirable.
• Knowledge of market data distribution and order management systems.

 

JPMorganChase, 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