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If you are a software engineering leader ready to take the reins and drive impact, we've got an opportunity just for you.
At JPMorganChase, we're creating positive impact in the world by building leading‑edge technology solutions that power global markets and businesses. As part of our Global Technology organization, you'll help shape the future of financial services through innovation, resilience, and scale.
As an Executive Director of Software Engineering within Infrastructure Engineering, aligned to the Collaboration and Communications Product Line, you will lead one large technical area or multiple smaller areas across the Trader Voice engineering domain. In this senior leadership role, you apply deep technical and domain expertise to solve complex problems, exercise independent judgment within broad guidelines, and translate product strategy into resilient, global infrastructure solutions. You will be accountable for delivery excellence, risk and controls, stakeholder outcomes, and the development of high‑performing engineering teams.
Job Responsibilities
- Leads one or more engineering areas within infrastructure engineering, collaborating across technical domains to deliver cohesive, enterprise‑grade solutions
- Provides strategic and operational leadership to engineering teams, team leads, and managers in alignment with corporate and divisional objectives
- Partners closely with senior stakeholders to deliver solutions that meet business requirements, regulatory expectations, and service‑level objectives (SLOs/SLAs)
- Drives disciplined execution across risk management, controls, security, and operational resilience
- Partners with product leaders on product definition, roadmap planning, backlog prioritization, and customer‑facing SLOs/SLAs
- Translates market trends and emerging technologies—including productivity tooling, collaboration platforms, data, and AI/ML—into product vision and engineering strategy
- Owns staffing plans, budget, and financial accountability aligned to the function's operating model
- Mentors and develops engineering leaders and technologists, raising engineering standards, delivery quality, and career progression
Influences peer leaders and senior stakeholders across business, product, and technology organizations
Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills
- Formal training or certification in infrastructure engineering or a related discipline, with 7+ years of applied experience
- 5+ years of experience leading technologists in complex, global engineering environments
- Demonstrated experience managing infrastructure engineering teams with accountability for operational execution and delivery governance
- Strong engineering background designing, deploying, and operating Trader Voice or real‑time communications platforms across a global estate
- Proven success in an engineering leadership role delivering end‑user‑facing infrastructure solutions
- Deep understanding of the full product lifecycle, including strategy, architecture, engineering, implementation, and operations
- Broad knowledge of technology standards, industry trends, and emerging technologies
- Working knowledge of infrastructure engineering tools and programming or scripting languages (e.g., Python or automation tooling)
- Experience contributing to agile delivery artifacts such as Jira stories and Confluence documentation
- Exposure to budget and financial management
Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills
- Experience driving Global Technology excellence through responsible adoption of AI‑enabled infrastructure, automation, and tooling
- Ability to define and influence portfolio‑ or enterprise‑level strategies for AI‑assisted infrastructure aligned to business outcomes
- Experience owning governance, risk posture, and operational readiness for AI usage within infrastructure domains
- Experience shaping operating models, talent strategies, and success metrics for an AI‑augmented engineering workforce
- Track record of fostering continuous learning and responsible innovation at scale
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
Our professionals in our Corporate Functions cover a diverse range of areas from finance and risk to human resources and marketing. Our corporate teams are an essential part of our company, ensuring that we're setting our businesses, clients, customers and employees up for success.
If you are a software engineering leader ready to take the reins and drive impact, we've got an opportunity just for you.
At JPMorganChase, we're creating positive impact in the world by building leading‑edge technology solutions that power global markets and businesses. As part of our Global Technology organization, you'll help shape the future of financial services through innovation, resilience, and scale.
As an Executive Director of Software Engineering within Infrastructure Engineering, aligned to the Collaboration and Communications Product Line, you will lead one large technical area or multiple smaller areas across the Trader Voice engineering domain. In this senior leadership role, you apply deep technical and domain expertise to solve complex problems, exercise independent judgment within broad guidelines, and translate product strategy into resilient, global infrastructure solutions. You will be accountable for delivery excellence, risk and controls, stakeholder outcomes, and the development of high‑performing engineering teams.
Job Responsibilities
- Leads one or more engineering areas within infrastructure engineering, collaborating across technical domains to deliver cohesive, enterprise‑grade solutions
- Provides strategic and operational leadership to engineering teams, team leads, and managers in alignment with corporate and divisional objectives
- Partners closely with senior stakeholders to deliver solutions that meet business requirements, regulatory expectations, and service‑level objectives (SLOs/SLAs)
- Drives disciplined execution across risk management, controls, security, and operational resilience
- Partners with product leaders on product definition, roadmap planning, backlog prioritization, and customer‑facing SLOs/SLAs
- Translates market trends and emerging technologies—including productivity tooling, collaboration platforms, data, and AI/ML—into product vision and engineering strategy
- Owns staffing plans, budget, and financial accountability aligned to the function's operating model
- Mentors and develops engineering leaders and technologists, raising engineering standards, delivery quality, and career progression
Influences peer leaders and senior stakeholders across business, product, and technology organizations
Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills
- Formal training or certification in infrastructure engineering or a related discipline, with 7+ years of applied experience
- 5+ years of experience leading technologists in complex, global engineering environments
- Demonstrated experience managing infrastructure engineering teams with accountability for operational execution and delivery governance
- Strong engineering background designing, deploying, and operating Trader Voice or real‑time communications platforms across a global estate
- Proven success in an engineering leadership role delivering end‑user‑facing infrastructure solutions
- Deep understanding of the full product lifecycle, including strategy, architecture, engineering, implementation, and operations
- Broad knowledge of technology standards, industry trends, and emerging technologies
- Working knowledge of infrastructure engineering tools and programming or scripting languages (e.g., Python or automation tooling)
- Experience contributing to agile delivery artifacts such as Jira stories and Confluence documentation
- Exposure to budget and financial management
Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills
- Experience driving Global Technology excellence through responsible adoption of AI‑enabled infrastructure, automation, and tooling
- Ability to define and influence portfolio‑ or enterprise‑level strategies for AI‑assisted infrastructure aligned to business outcomes
- Experience owning governance, risk posture, and operational readiness for AI usage within infrastructure domains
- Experience shaping operating models, talent strategies, and success metrics for an AI‑augmented engineering workforce
- Track record of fostering continuous learning and responsible innovation at scale
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
Our professionals in our Corporate Functions cover a diverse range of areas from finance and risk to human resources and marketing. Our corporate teams are an essential part of our company, ensuring that we're setting our businesses, clients, customers and employees up for success.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Investment & Asset Management
- Staffing & Recruiting
- Technology & Software
- Banking & Financial Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in trader jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, mathematics, or a quantitative field
- Proficiency in Bloomberg Terminal and trading platforms such as FIX protocol-based systems
- Series 57, Series 7, or other FINRA licensing relevant to the asset class
- Experience executing trades and managing risk across equities, fixed income, or derivatives
- Strong quantitative skills including statistical analysis and financial modeling
- Familiarity with risk management frameworks and position limit compliance
Tips for Your Trader Job Search
Tailor your resume to asset class
Hiring managers in fixed income, equities, and commodities read very differently. Reframe your experience around the specific instruments and risk metrics relevant to each desk so your resume lands as a match, not a generic application.
Quantify your P&L and Sharpe metrics
Vague claims about performance get ignored. Pull the actual numbers from your trading history, including average daily volume, drawdown management, and return attribution, and put them in your resume's experience bullets.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists trader openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target firms by their trading style
Prop shops, market makers, and asset managers hire for completely different skill profiles. Read each firm's public materials to identify whether they prioritize high-frequency execution, fundamental analysis, or systematic strategies before you apply.
Prepare for live market simulations
Many trading interviews include a real-time case where you price a spread, manage a simulated book, or defend a live trade idea. Practice articulating your reasoning out loud under time pressure, not just arriving at the right answer.
Negotiate comp using desk structure data
Base salary varies widely depending on whether the role is on a flow desk, a prop desk, or a structured products team. Know the structure of the desk before the offer conversation so you can anchor your negotiation to what that seat actually generates.
Trader Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most traders?
Caely Renewables, Jefferies, and bp are hiring the most traders right now, with openings concentrated in New York, Illinois, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to cluster at firms with active flow desks or proprietary books rather than smaller boutique operations.
How many trader jobs are remote?
About 62% of trader openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which is lower than most financial roles. The positions most likely to offer remote flexibility are in quantitative research, systematic strategy development, and risk analytics, while execution-focused floor or desk roles are almost always on-site.
How do you become a trader?
Start with a quantitative undergraduate degree in finance, economics, mathematics, or engineering. Build fluency with market data platforms and options or futures pricing models. Pursue relevant FINRA licensing for your target asset class. Break in through a junior desk analyst role, a rotational program at a bank, or an internship at a prop firm, then advance by demonstrating consistent risk-adjusted performance.
How do you get hired as a trader with little experience?
Focus on roles labeled junior trader, trading analyst, or execution associate, which are built for candidates early in their careers. Build a paper trading record or a systematic backtest you can walk through in an interview. FINRA licensing before you apply is a concrete signal of commitment. Prop trading firms often recruit directly from universities and may value raw quantitative aptitude over prior desk experience.
What does the trader interview process look like?
Most trading interviews run across three to four rounds. Early stages test quantitative and mental math ability, market knowledge, and logical reasoning under time constraints. Later rounds introduce live market simulation exercises, case studies on pricing or risk management, and behavioral questions about how you handle drawdowns or position sizing mistakes. Final rounds typically include a conversation with the desk head or a senior risk officer.
Where can I find and apply to trader jobs?
You can find and apply to trader jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the listings, find roles that fit your experience and target asset class, and apply directly to each one.
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