Quantitative Trading & Research, Cross-Asset - Analyst

Next Frontier Capital; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

J.P. Morgan in Singapore is seeking an Analyst in the Quantitative Trading & Research team to develop and maintain sophisticated mathematical models and analytical tools. You will collaborate with trading desks, product managers, and technology teams to drive performance and manage risk.

Expect on-the-job training, exposure to cutting-edge methodologies, and opportunities to contribute to innovative financial products through rigorous model development and documentation.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a quantitative field (e.g., financial engineering, CS, math, econometrics).
• 1 year of related quantitative or analytical experience, including research during masters/PhD.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Python and C++.
• Ability to collaborate with trading desks, product managers, and tech teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement mathematical models in Python and C++ for pricing and risk management.
• Build software and tools for real-time pricing and relative value strategies.
• Collaborate with risk functions to model market and credit risk across business lines.
• Document model specifications and testing procedures clearly.
• Partner with trading desks, product managers, and technology teams to create quantitative trading models.
• Productionize ML models including training workflows, versioning, real-time inference, deployment automation, observability, and rollback controls.

Skills

Python

C++

Mathematics

Quantitative analysis

Documentation

Teamwork

Research

Communication

Education

Master’s degree in quantitative field

Tools

Python

C++

Job description

Join a world-class team at J.P. Morgan and help shape the future of financial markets through quantitative research and innovation. This role offers exceptional career growth, exposure to cutting-edge methodologies, and the opportunity to collaborate with talented professionals globally. You will benefit from on-the-job training and have the chance to make a real impact on our business and clients. Be part of a team that values creativity, analytical thinking, and continuous learning.

As an Analyst within the Quantitative Trading & Research team, you will be partner with business leaders to develop and maintain sophisticated mathematical models and analytical tools. You will collaborate closely with trading desks, product managers, and technology teams to create solutions that drive performance and manage risk. Your work will contribute to the development of innovative financial products and effective risk management strategies. We value teamwork, open communication, and commitment to excellence. Join us to advance your career and make a difference in the financial industry.

Job responsibilities

• Develop and implement mathematical models in Python and C++ for pricing and risk management
• Build and maintain software and tools for real-time pricing and relative value strategies
• Collaborate with risk functions to develop models for market and credit risk across various business lines
• Write clear and comprehensive documentation for model specifications and implementation testing
• Partner with trading desks, product managers, and technology teams to create quantitative trading models
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements through effective model development and testing
• Productionize machine-learning models, including training workflows, model versioning, real-time inference, deployment automation, observability, and rollback controls

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Master’s degree in financial engineering, computer science, mathematics, sciences, statistics, econometrics, or other quantitative fields
• 1 year of experience in a related quantitative or analytical role, including research experience obtained through master's or Ph.D. studies.
• Strong quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Solid background in calculus, linear algebra, probability, and statistics
• Proficiency in at least one object-oriented programming language (C++ or Java) and Python
• Knowledge of data structures and algorithms
• Ability to think strategically and creatively when solving problems
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience writing technical documentation
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Demonstrated commitment to professional growth and learning
• Experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Knowledge of financial products and asset classes such as Fixed Income, Credit, Commodities, and Equities
• Background in computer algorithms and specialization in low-level systems (operating systems, compilers, GPUs)
• Familiarity with options pricing theory, trading algorithms, financial regulations, stochastic calculus, machine learning, or high-performance computing
• Experience developing models for market and credit risk
• Exposure to regulatory compliance in financial modeling
• Advanced skills in Python and quantitative analysis

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 first-class business in a first-class way approach to serving clients drives everything we do. We strive to build trusted, long-term partnerships to help our clients achieve their business objectives.

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.

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. Develop and maintain quantitative models, collaborate with trading teams, and drive innovation in financial engineering.