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JOB DESCRIPTION

Be an integral part of an agile team that's constantly pushing the envelope to enhance, build, and deliver top-notch technology products.

As a Full Stack Senior Lead Software Engineer- Hedge Fund Technology at JPMorganChase within the Asset and Wealth Management Technology Organization- Highbridge Capital Management, 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. Drive significant business impact through your capabilities and contributions, and apply deep technical expertise and problem-solving methodologies to tackle a diverse array of challenges that span multiple technologies and applications.

Highbridge Capital Management, LLC, a subsidiary of JPMorganChase, is a leading global alternative asset management firm established in 1992. With a focus on credit and volatility, Highbridge operates a diversified investment platform that includes hedge funds, traditional investment management products, and committed, closed-end vehicles designed for longer-term holding periods. Managing $4 billion in capital, we aim to deliver attractive risk-adjusted returns for a prestigious clientele, including institutional investors, public and corporate pension funds, sovereign wealth funds, endowments, foundations, and family offices. Our headquarters are in New York, with an additional office in London.

Job responsibilities

• Directly engages with business users to gather and refine requirements
• Designs, implements, and supports critical financial applications using Java and Python
• Quickly understands and provides support for existing services and codebases
• Quickly understands and supports the AWS Cloud Infrastructure platform used by the firm
• Develops a comprehensive understanding of existing data models
• Collaborates with third-party vendor systems for integration, upgrades, and ongoing issue resolution
• Operates in a fast-paced, test-driven, agile development environment

• Regularly provides technical guidance and direction to support the business and its technical teams, contractors, and vendors

• Drives decisions that influence the product design, application functionality, and technical operations and processes

• Actively contributes to the engineering community as an advocate of firmwide frameworks, tools, and practices of the Software  Development Life Cycle

• Influences peers and project decision-makers to consider the use and application of leading-edge technologies

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 5+ years applied experience
• Hands-on practical experience delivering system design, application development, testing, and operational stability
• Demonstrated robust programming experience in Java/Python and React JS
• Experience with AWS Public Cloud Technologies and Terraform.
• Proficient in Database technologies such as RDS Oracle and RDS SQL Server, with strong SQL query skills
• Advanced knowledge of software applications and technical processes with considerable in-depth knowledge in one or more technical disciplines (e.g., cloud, artificial intelligence, machine learning, mobile, etc.)
• Ability to tackle design and functionality problems independently with little to no oversight
• Exceptional problem-solving and debugging skills across full-stack applications and a strong passion for coding and technology

• Ability to work effectively in a high-performance, fast-paced team environment. and curiosity, diligence, attention to detail, and a strong motivation to tackle complex problems

• Flexibility to handle various roles from technical business analysis and development to DevOps, covering all aspects of the software development lifecycle.
• Experience in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, or a related technical field

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills 

• Hedge Fund, Asset Management, and Investment Banking experience
• Familiarity with Snowflake, Arcesium, Eze, and Bloomberg 

ABOUT US

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 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

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.â

Our Asset and Wealth Management division is driven by innovators like you who are driven to create technology solutions that make us work more efficiently and help our businesses grow. It's our mission to efficiently take care of our clients' wealth, helping them get, and remain properly invested. Our team of agile technologists thrive in a cloud-native environment that values continuous learning using a data-centric approach in developing innovative technology solutions.