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Lead Java Software Engineer in FX Payments tech

Join us to shape the future of payments technology and make a real impact on your career. As part of our agile team, you’ll help build trusted solutions that power global transactions. You’ll have the opportunity to grow your skills, collaborate with talented colleagues, and contribute to a culture of inclusi ...

Java Sr Lead Software Engineer OMS/Sales VP

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 Senior Lead Software Engineer at JPMorganChase within the Global Sales OMS technology group working in EMEA with a focus on our NAMR operations, you are an i ...

Core Engineering Java Development Lead – FX Tech (SVP)

Core Engineering Java Development Lead – FX Tech (SVP)Engineer the future of global finance. At Citi, our Tech team doesn’t just support finance – we are helping to redefine it. Every day, $5 trillion crosses through our network. We do business in 180+ countries operating at a scale few can matc ...

Full Stack Tech Lead (Node.js, React, Java Script)

Provide technical leadership across development teams to ensure the design and delivery of high-quality, scalable, and maintainable software solutions. The role combines hands‑on development expertise with leadership responsibilities, translating business requirements into robust technical solutions while ...

Senior Lead Java Engineer — AI Driven, Scalable Backend

J.P. MORGAN is seeking a Senior Lead Software Engineer to join the Global Sales OMS technology group in EMEA, focusing on NAMR operations. The role emphasizes enhancing and delivering high-quality technology products through advanced software engineering practices, particularly using Java and AI-assisted tool ...

Java Sr Lead Software Engineer OMS/Sales VP

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 Senior Lead Software Engineer at JPMorganChase within the Global Sales OMS technology group working in EMEA with a focus on our NA ...

Java Lead eSoftware Engineer Equities Algo Trading VP

Java Lead eSoftware Engineer - Equities Algo Trading - VP LONDON, LONDON, United Kingdom Job Information Job Identification Job Category Software Engineering Business Unit Corporate Sector Posting Date 05/12/2026, 10:42 AM Location ...

Senior Lead Software Engineer Java/Python, Data Platform

Join JPMorgan Chase as a Senior Lead Software Engineer within Corporate Risk Technology in London. You will design and enhance advanced data engineering solutions to deliver secure, stable, and scalable technology products. Collaborate with agile teams while driving innovation across multiple technical areas. Th ...

Senior Lead Backend Platform Engineer (Java/Spring Boot)

A leading financial services firm in Greater London seeks a Senior Lead Software Engineer to develop and maintain backend frameworks using Java and Spring Boot. This role involves driving best practices, collaborating with product teams, and mentoring engineers. The ideal candidate has a deep technical backgroun ...

Lead Software Engineer — Java/Python, Risk Data Platform

A global financial services firm in Greater London seeks a Lead Software Engineer to design and enhance innovative data engineering solutions. The role requires proficiency in AI/ML and modern programming, focusing on creating scalable technology products. You'll lead software development, improve operational st ...

Lead Data Platform Engineer Java/Python & Risk Tech

Job DescriptionJoin us and shape the future of risk technology with your expertise in data engineering and software development. You will have the opportunity to push boundaries, innovate, and make a meaningful impact on our business. We value diversity, inclusion, and respect, fostering ...

Lead Java Engineer — Post Trade Tech & Cloud Solutions

JPMorganChase is looking for a skilled professional to join their team in Greater London. The role involves executing innovative software solutions, developing secure production code, and collaborating across teams to drive technological advancements. The ideal candidate will have practical experience ...

Lead Software Engineer Java / Python Public Cloud Engineering

Job Description We have an opportunity to impact your career and provide an adventure where you can push the limits of what's possible. The Cloud Engineering Acceleration team accelerates delivery of strategic public cloud platform solutions by providing agile, cross-functional engineerin ...

FX eTrading Java Lead — Low Latency Systems, Hybrid

Citi is seeking a skilled individual for hands-on implementation of FX trading systems in Greater London. The position involves collaborating with teams across FX Trading Technology to deliver solutions that enhance business operations. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong understanding of FX, ...

Senior Lead Engineer (Python/Java) for Front Office

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is looking for a Lead Software Engineer to join the Quantitative Execution Strategies Tech team in Greater London. The role involves developing high-quality production code, collaborating with trading teams, and executing innovative software solutions. You will utilize technologies such a ...

Senior Lead Java Engineer for Equities Algo Trading

J.P. MORGAN is seeking a Lead Software Engineer for their Equities Trading Technology team in Greater London. You will design and develop algo trading strategies and enhance existing systems while collaborating with a global team. The ideal candidate has advanced Java skills, experience in real-time tr ...

Lead Software Engineer Java / Python Public Cloud Engineering

Job Description We have an opportunity to impact your career and provide an adventure where you can push the limits of what's possible. The Cloud Engineering Acceleration team accelerates delivery of strategic public cloud platform solutions by providing agile, cross-functional engineerin ...

Lead Software Engineering Java ETT – Options Algorithmic Trading

Job Description Are you ready to make a meaningful impact and advance your career in a dynamic, fast-paced team? At JPMorganChase, you'll help build market-leading technology products that power our electronic trading business. You'll work alongside talented professionals who value creativity, coll ...

London Onsite Fullstack Tech Lead | Java/React Architect

A tech company focused on digital delivery is searching for a Technical Lead - Fullstack to spearhead a complex modernization program. This hands-on role demands leadership in engineering and cloud-native architectures, with a strong emphasis on quality assurance and client-facing delivery. Candidates should pos ...

Lead Software Engineering Java ETT Options Algorithmic Trading

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact and advance your career in a dynamic, fast-paced team? At JPMorganChase, you’ll help build market-leading technology products that power our electronic trading business. You’ll work alongside talented professionals who value creativity, collaboration, and continuou ...

Senior Java Lead Engineer Secure, Scalable OMS & UI

JPMorgan Chase & Co. offers an exciting opportunity for a Senior Lead Software Engineer in Greater London. You'll be part of an agile team, responsible for designing and delivering innovative technology products while maintaining performance and security standards. Your role includes developing high-qu ...

Lead FX Pricing Engineer — Low Latency Java Leader

Citigroup Inc. in Greater London is seeking a hands-on Java engineer to lead a high-quality team and drive technical implementation in FX Technology. The ideal candidate will utilize ultra-low-latency development practices and collaborate with trading and quant teams. With strong systems knowledge, exceptional c ...

Senior Lead Software Engineer Backend Engineering Java/Kotlin

Overview Out of the successful launch of Chase in 2021, we’re a new team, with a new mission. We’re creating products that solve real world problems and put customers at the center - all in an environment that nurtures skills and helps you realize your potential. Our team is key to our success. We ...

Senior Lead Software Engineer Backend Engineering Java/Kotlin

Overview Job Description Out of the successful launch of Chase in 2021, we’re a new team, with a new mission. We’re creating products that solve real world problems and put customers at the center - all in an environment that nurtures skills and helps you realize your potential. Our team ...

Lead QA Engineer (Java) – Automation, CI/CD & Security

A leading genomic medicine organization in the UK is seeking a skilled Lead QA Engineer to enhance quality assurance across multiple squads. The role requires deep expertise in Java and Playwright, focusing on designing automation test frameworks and mentoring teams. The position involves planning QA strategies ...

Engineering Manager Lead, Hire & Build with Java/React

Java Script Works is looking for an Engineering Manager to oversee engineering projects in London, United Kingdom. The ideal candidate will have experience in Java, Spring Boot, and frontend frameworks like TypeScript and React. This full-time position focuses on team management, including recruiting and onboard ...

Lead Backend Engineer – Trading Platform, Low Latency Java

About Bullish Bullish is an institutionally focused global digital asset platform that provides market infrastructure and information services. These include: Bullish Exchange – a regulated and institutionally focused digital assets spot and derivatives exchange, integrating a high‑ ...

Lead Java Backend Engineer for High Performance Trading

CoinDesk is seeking a Lead Engineer to drive backend development for Bullish Exchange. This technical role involves designing high-performance trading engine components and mentoring a distributed team mainly based in Hong Kong and Singapore. The ideal candidate should have over 12 years of Java backen ...

Lead/ Staff Backend Java Engineer in London Mindera

Lead / Staff Backend Java Engineer London, United Kingdom Posted 11 months ago Tech stack Backend Java We’re looking for a Staff Java Engineer to join our growing company. You’ll play a key technical leadership role, working closely with architects, ...

Java SDE II: Lead Features & Cloud Driven Systems

Software Development Engineer II - Java Job Description As an SDE2 at Tesco, you are a mid-level individual contributor whose impact reaches across your team. You provide technical leadership for medium to large features, participate in their design, and take accountability for delivery ...

Senior Backend Lead Engineer (Java & Kotlin) – Fintech Innovation

A major financial services firm located in Greater London seeks a Senior Lead Software Engineer to lead the development of innovative products focused on solving real-world problems for customers. The candidate will thrive in collaborative environments, bringing a curious mindset and passion for fintech to the t ...

Senior Lead Software Engineer Backend Engineering Java/Kotlin

Out of the successful launch of Chase in 2021, we’re a new team, with a new mission. We’re creating products that solve real world problems and put customers at the center - all in an environment that nurtures skills and helps you realize your potential. Our team is key to our success. We’re people-first. ...

Core Engineering Java Development Lead – FX Tech (SVP)

Responsibilities Hands‑On Engineering: Designing, developing and maintaining high-performance Java services that are scalable, secure and resilient. Modern Backend Design: Applying Domain‑Driven Design and message-/event‑driven design principles to build loosely coupled, well‑structu ...

Senior Backend Engineer Java/Spring Boot, Lead & Mentor

As a Senior Software Engineer (Backend), you will play a key role in designing and building scalable, cloud-based services using Java and Spring Boot. You’ll work closely with your manager, architecture team and teammates to deliver high-quality backend systems that power critical business functionality. < ...

Senior Lead Software Engineer Cloud Native Java Microservices

A global financial services leader seeks a Senior Lead Software Engineer to deliver transformative digital banking solutions. In this role, you will work on cloud-native applications, employing the latest technologies while collaborating with a diverse team. You will ensure high-quality, secure, and reliable sof ...

Lead Java Backend Engineer — High Performance Risk Systems

P2P in Greater London is looking for a highly experienced Java Backend Engineer to lead the development of high-performance risk systems. The role involves designing scalable JVM services, collaborating with quantitative teams, and optimizing the existing codebase. The ideal candidate should have 10+ years of ex ...

Senior Payments Platform Lead Java/Spring Boot, Cloud

As a Lead Software Engineer at JPMorgan Chase within the CIB Payments Technology Team, 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. As a core technical contributor, you are responsible f ...

Lead Java Software Engineer in FX Payments tech

Job Description Join us to shape the future of payments technology and make a real impact on your career. As part of our agile team, you’ll help build trusted solutions that power global transactions. You’ll have the opportunity to grow your skills, collaborate with talented colleagues, and contr ...

Core Engineering Java Development Lead – FX Tech (SVP)

Core Engineering Java Development Lead – FX Tech (SVP) Engineer the future of global finance. At Citi, our Tech team doesn’t just support finance – we are helping to redefine it. Every day, $5 trillion crosses through our network. We do business in 180+ countries operating at a scale few can ...

Senior Lead Software Engineer Backend Engineering Java/Kotlin

Overview Out of the successful launch of Chase in 2021, we’re a new team, with a new mission. We’re creating products that solve real world problems and put customers at the center - all in an environment that nurtures skills and helps you realize your potential. Our team is key to our success. We ...

Senior Java/Kotlin Engineer — TDD Pro & Tech Lead

慨正橡扯 is seeking a Senior Java / Kotlin Engineer to join its team in the Greater London area. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Java or Kotlin programming languages, with a strong focus on Test Driven Development (TDD) and mentoring others. You will play a key role in driving design and imp ...

Lead Cloud Platform Engineer — Java & Python, AI Tools

J.P. MORGAN is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to guide the architecture and drive engineering excellence in Public Cloud Engineering. You will lead design reviews and collaborate on multiple frameworks, focusing on automation and reliability while fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion. The i ...

Java Lead eSoftware Engineer Equities Algo Trading VP

Job Description We have an opportunity to impact your career and provide an adventure where you can push the limits of what's possible. As a Lead Software Engineer at JPMorgan Chase within the Equities Trading Technology Organization, you are an integral part of an agile team that works t ...

Payments Senior Lead Software Engineer Java / Spring Boot

As a Lead Software Engineer at JPMorgan Chase within the CIB Payments Technology Team, 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. As a core technical contributor, you are responsible f ...

Lead Backend Java Engineer — Build Scalable, Secure Apps

Fairygodboss is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to join JPMorgan Chase's Commercial & Investment Bank team in Greater London. This role requires strong Java skills to develop innovative software solutions, enhance production code, and lead engineering evaluations. The ideal candidate will have at leas ...

Lead Java Software Engineer in FX Payments tech

Join us to shape the future of payments technology and make a real impact on your career. As part of our agile team, you'll help build trusted solutions that power global transactions. You'll have the opportunity to grow your skills, collaborate with talented colleagues, and contribute to a culture of incl ...

Java & Cloud Tech Lead Azure, Microservices & CI/CD

Sivara GmbH is seeking a Java / Cloud Technical Lead to join our team in Wembley, London. This full-time, on-site role will have you working five days a week with a salary of up to £80,000 per annum, and the opportunity to shape engineering standards and collaborate directly with our Principal Architect. ...

Java Sr Lead Software Engineer OMS/Sales VP

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 Senior Lead Software Engineer at JPMorganChase within the Global Sales OMS technology group working in EMEA with a focus on our NAMR operations, you are an ...

Lead Modernization Engineer: Java/Node.js (On Site London)

Adecco is seeking a Lead Modernization Engineer with extensive experience in Java and Node.js to work in Wembley London. The role involves technical mentorship, ensuring coding standards, and optimizing applications for containerization. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of CI/CD ...

Lead Backend Engineer — Java/Kotlin, Cloud, London (Hybrid)

Synchro is hiring for an experienced Lead Backend Engineer to work with a prestigious bank or financial services organization in London. You will be hands-on, delivering code into production across various critical projects while collaborating with stakeholders. Ideal candidates have robust experience in Java ...

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