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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Python/Front Office Software Engineer for Commodities UK - **Company:** JPMorganChase - **Location:** London, UK - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Software Applications, Cloud Computing, Software Quality, Information Systems, Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, Python (Programming Language), Object-Oriented Software Development, Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Production Code, Functional Programming - **Published:** September 13, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=f67a6ff8bb38d1fa ## About the Role * Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and proficient advanced experience * Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Math, or equivalent training and relevant experience * Hands-on experience delivering system design, application development, testing, and operational stability * Experience in performant, large-scale system development in an object-oriented or functional language such as Python, Java, etc. * Solid understanding of agile methodologies such as CI/CD, Application Resiliency, and Security * Demonstrated knowledge of software applications and technical processes within a technical discipline (e.g. Cloud, object-oriented programming, full stack development - end to end, quantitative finance) * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills * Enthusiastic to keep learning and growing, in technical aptitude and business understanding, * Software development experience in commodities, finance, or investment banking preferred, or willingness to rapidly learn the business domain * Willingness to become proficient and develop in Python, if not already a primary language * Ability to collaborate with other technology teams to deliver end to end solutions to the business in a constantly changing environment * Excellent communication skills and ability to work directly with both business users and engineers ## Description Be a key part of an agile team driving innovation to enhance, build, and deliver top-notch technology products. Bring your Software Engineering career to the next level and become an integral part of an agile front-office technology team where your expertise advances next-generation solutions. We value your contributions and empower you to stay at the forefront of industry trends. Join us and thrive in a culture built on diversity, opportunity, and respect. As an Athena/Python, Front Office Software Engineer at JPMorgan Chase within the Commercial and Investment Banking - Precious Metals and Agriculture - Commodities Tech team, you will be 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 spanning multiple technologies and applications., * Works closely with Precious Metals/Agriculture Trading, Quantitative Research, Sales, Middle Office, and other technology teams to gather requirements and deliver reliable and impactful solutions * Designs, develops and maintains trading applications and systems used by Front Office * Troubleshoots production issues efficiently in a time-sensitive environment * Continuously improves code quality, performance and system resilience by developing secure and high-quality production code, and reviewing and debugging code written by others * Collaborates with global technology teams seamlessly and work in an agile manner * Contributes to software engineering communities of practice and events that explore new and emerging technologies * Adds to the team culture of diversity, opportunity, inclusion, and respect ## Related Videos - [Microservices architecture as a key element in building trading systems for global finance markets](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1196-microservices-architecture-as-a-key-element-in-building-trading-systems-for-global-finance-markets) - [Green Cloud Computing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/592-green-cloud-computing) - [Designing the Future of Human<>Agent Collaboration](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1447-designing-the-future-of-human-agent-collaboration) - [Let's Talk Quality! - Lilia Gargouri](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1815-let-s-talk-quality-lilia-gargouri) - [Enterprise Python: Software That Lives Long And Prosper](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/946-enterprise-python-software-that-lives-long-and-prosper) - [WebAssembly: The Next Frontier of Cloud Computing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/972-webassembly-the-next-frontier-of-cloud-computing) ## Related Articles - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [Software Engineer Salary London](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/252-software-engineer-salary-london) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [The 13 Best Python Libraries for Developers in 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/371-the-13-best-python-libraries-for-developers-in-2025) - [Why Upskilling And Reskilling is Important For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/428-why-upskilling-and-reskilling-is-important-for-developers) - [Frontend Developer Salary in The UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/233-frontend-developer-salary-in-the-uk)