Automated Trading Strategies, Associate

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

Requirements

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

• Experience with FX 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 the Company

J.P. Morgan is a global leader in financial services, providing strategic advice and products to the world’s most prominent corporations, governments, wealthy individuals and institutional investors. Our Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments, providing liquidity and strategic advice in more than 100 countries.