Senior Python Developer

Job Description
As a Senior Python Developer within the Exotic Equity Derivative Sales and Trading Platform team, you will partner closely with the trading desk(s), other technology teams, and Quantitative Research (QR) to develop new applications and enhance existing ones that are critical to the business. You will have the opportunity to work with a variety of technologies, including Python, Java, and C#, and engage in projects that automate Front Office processes, collaborate with global and local counterparts, and propose innovative solutions to give the firm a competitive edge.
Job Responsibilities:
- Partnership with Front Office while developing new applications and maintaining the existing stack to ensure stability
- Taking part in a new strategy to automate Front Office processes and functions using technology solutions
- An agile and delivery focused team working with global and local counterparts leveraging best in class technologies to solve business problems
- Close collaboration with a number of teams including Trading, Sales, Quantitative Research, as well as other technology teams
- Various business transformation projects across market/trade/client analytics
- Opportunity to propose and explore new solutions that can give the firm an edge against competition
Required qualifications, capabilities and skills:
• Experience with development, deployment and maintenance of commercial service oriented application(s)
• Disciplined approach to code management, testing and deployment practices and high quality delivery
• Business knowledge of simple derivative products (vanilla options, variance swaps, strategies involving vanillas): how these are used, how to price them, how to evaluate risk exposure using Greeks
• 5 years commercial Experience with Python
• Knowledge of at least one relational database such as Sybase, SQL Server, Oracle, etc.
• Understanding of how to effectively utilize unit testing
• Experience of full project lifecycle, breaking requirements down into technical deliverables and effort estimation
• Ability to work effectively within a global team (spread across NA, EMEA, APAC etc.) while influencing and contributing towards the development of the global platform
• Great problem solving skills for problems with a mathematical/technological background
• Ability to work in a fast paced team oriented environment
• Good communication skills especially when describing problems and explaining solutions.
Preferred qualifications, capabilities and skills:
• Experience with Java or C#
• Unix or Linux knowledge
• Equities business knowledge is an advantage but relevant experience in other business areas is welcomed
• Working knowledge of continuous integration and deployment processes
• Experience with project management
• Experience with service oriented platforms, and a good understanding of current generation open source frameworks
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's Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.