Quantitative Trading & Research - Credit - Vice President

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Vice President to join our Credit Quantitative Trading (QT) team within JPMorgan Quantitative Trading and Research (QTR). This is a unique opportunity to be part of a global group where your quantitative research and engineering will directly influence our credit market-making and systematic trading franchise across corporate bonds, CDS indices, portfolios, fixed income secondary and primary ETF activities.

Job Summary

As a Vice President in FICC Quantitative Trading at JPMorganChase, you will partner with traders, sales, and technologists to solve complex pricing, hedging/risk, inventory, distribution, and market-structure challenges across FICC. You will drive initiatives from research and back-testing through production implementation and ongoing monitoring, delivering measurable business impact in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment.

 

Job Responsibilities

• Produce innovative research on quantitative trading strategies

• Use data-driven techniques and backtesting to demonstrate performance improvements

• Implement strategies in production code and enhance trading software systems

• Optimize client pricing distribution

• Monitor performance and resolve day-to-day trading issues

• Collaborate with other teams to identify opportunities for revenue growth

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Degree in mathematics, physics, engineering, computer science, or other quantitative subject

• At least three years of industry experience or equivalent further academic study

• Strong programming skills in C++, Java, or other object-oriented languages

• Knowledge of probability, statistics, and experience with advanced data analysis techniques

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Active interest in markets and quantitative trading

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Experience in Credit market-making or related asset classes

• Familiarity with automated trading systems

• Experience with large-scale data sets and optimizing low-latency systems

• Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in a quantitative discipline

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.