Alpha Quant: Equity Derivatives Signals & Research

J.P. Morgan; New York (NY); On-site; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health care coverage

Retirement savings plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

J.P. Morgan is seeking an Alpha Quant for the Equity Derivatives QTR team in New York. In this role, you will focus on alpha research and strategy deployment utilizing advanced analytical techniques. You will collaborate with trading teams and contribute to systematic trading strategies by leveraging machine learning and data analytics.

The ideal candidate will have a strong quantitative background and programming proficiency, with the opportunity for impactful work in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Strong quantitative background and practical problem-solving skills.
• Direct knowledge of signal research and risk warehousing in equity derivatives.
• Experience with high-dimensionality data and analytics.

Responsibilities

• Build end-to-end design and implementation of signal research.
• Contribute from idea generation to production implementation of strategies.
• Model equity options and volatility dynamics.

Skills

Quantitative background

Signal research with market data

Proficiency in Python, KDB, C++, or Java

Data analytics skills

Excellent communication skills

Education

Graduate degree in a quantitative field

Tools

KDB

Python

C++

Java

Job description

J.P. Morgan is seeking an Alpha Quant for the Equity Derivatives QTR team in New York. In this role, you will focus on alpha research and strategy deployment utilizing advanced analytical techniques. You will collaborate with trading teams and contribute to systematic trading strategies by leveraging machine learning and data analytics.

The ideal candidate will have a strong quantitative background and programming proficiency, with the opportunity for impactful work in a diverse and inclusive environment.