Front-Office FX Quant Trader & Research — NYC

JPMorgan Chase; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health care coverage

On-site health and wellness centers

Retirement savings plan

Backup childcare

Tuition reimbursement

Mental health support

Financial coaching

Job summary

JPMorgan Chase in New York is looking for an Analyst or Associate in Quantitative Trading & Research. This role involves working on the trading floor, focusing on algorithmic orders, analyzing market data, and developing robust trading strategies.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in programming, particularly in C++ or Python, and an interest in market microstructures. This position offers a competitive salary package and extensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated interest in market microstructures and quantitative trading.
• Strong design and programming skills, primarily in object-oriented programming.
• Experience utilizing agile development practices in trading.
• Excellent communication skills for interactions with technical and non-technical teams.
• Capable of strategic thinking and problem-solving.
• Knowledgeable about various risk types and their management.
• Ability to communicate concepts effectively to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement algorithmic orders for clients and traders.
• Collaborate with technology to develop scalable low-latency infrastructure.
• Utilize internal liquidity sources to optimize order execution.
• Develop transaction cost analysis models for algorithmic executions.
• Conduct statistical analysis to improve execution strategies.
• Follow policies for risk management according to legal rules.

Skills

Market microstructures

Object-oriented programming (C++, Java, Python)

Agile development practices

Verbal and written communication

Strategic and creative thinking

Understanding of risk management

Communication of concepts

Education

Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science

Job description

JPMorgan Chase in New York is looking for an Analyst or Associate in Quantitative Trading & Research. This role involves working on the trading floor, focusing on algorithmic orders, analyzing market data, and developing robust trading strategies.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in programming, particularly in C++ or Python, and an interest in market microstructures. This position offers a competitive salary package and extensive benefits.