Global Markets, Credit eTrading Quant Developer

Bank of America; New York (NY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Annual discretionary plan

Job summary

Bank of America is seeking an Associate or Vice President to join the Credit eTrading team within the Quantitative Strategies & Data Group (QSDG). The role blends quantitative development, data engineering, and electronic trading technology to grow the firm’s Credit Trading franchise.

The candidate will partner with Credit Traders, Quantitative Strategists, and Technology teams to develop pricing, analytics, automation, and trading infrastructure for Corporate Bonds.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in CS, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Financial Engineering, related quantitative discipline, or equivalent work experience.
• 2-8+ years of experience in software development, quantitative development, electronic trading technology, or a related front-office environment.
• Strong programming skills in Python, Java, C++, or similar object-oriented languages.
• Experience developing scalable applications, data pipelines, and analytical frameworks using large datasets.
• Knowledge of software engineering best practices, including testing, source control, and production support.
• Familiarity with distributed computing, cloud technologies, and event-driven architectures is a plus.
• Experience partnering directly with traders, quantitative researchers, and technology teams to deliver business-critical solutions.
• Knowledge of fixed income, credit markets, electronic trading, or capital markets products is preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced front-office environment.
• Demonstrated ability to design, build, and support production-grade applications with measurable business impact.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain front-office applications supporting the Credit eTrading business.
• Build scalable pricing, risk, and analytics platforms used by traders and electronic market-making systems.
• Develop tools and services that improve automation, electronic execution, and workflow efficiency.
• Create and enhance real-time data pipelines, analytics frameworks, and trading infrastructure.
• Partner with quantitative strategists to implement and productionize models used for pricing, execution, and risk management.
• Work directly with traders to identify opportunities for automation and process optimization.
• Analyze trading, market, and client activity data to deliver actionable insights and improve platform performance.
• Support electronic trading initiatives across RFQ, streaming, auto-quoting, and algorithmic execution workflows.
• Collaborate closely with technology teams to ensure high-performance, reliable, and scalable production systems.

Skills

Python

Java

C++

Data pipelines

Cloud technologies

Distributed computing

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering/Math or related field

Advanced degree (optional)

Job description

Job Description

At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. We do this by driving Responsible Growth and delivering for our clients, teammates, communities and shareholders every day.

Being a Great Place to Work and providing a culture of caring is core to how we drive Responsible Growth. We are intentional about fostering an inclusive workplace where every teammate has the opportunity to succeed, build a career and contribute to our shared success. This includes attracting and developing exceptional talent, recognizing and rewarding performance, and supporting our teammates’ physical, emotional, and financial wellness through affordable, competitive and flexible benefits.

We value the unique perspectives individuals bring from all backgrounds and career paths - whether shaped by military service, community college education, or a wide range of work and life experiences. These journeys foster resilience, leadership and innovation, strengthening our workforce and positively impact the communities we serve. Bank of America is committed to an in-office culture that supports collaboration, engagement, and career development. Our approach includes clear in-office expectations, while providing an appropriate level of flexibility based on role-specific responsibilities and business needs.

At Bank of America, you can build a successful career with opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact.

Job Description

Bank of America is seeking an Associate or Vice President to join the Credit eTrading team within the Quantitative Strategies & Data Group (QSDG). The role combines quantitative development, data engineering, and electronic trading technology, supporting the continued growth of the firm's Credit Trading franchise.

The successful candidate will partner closely with Credit Traders, Quantitative Strategists, and Technology teams to develop and enhance pricing, analytics, workflow automation, and electronic trading infrastructure for Corporate Bonds.

This individual will work directly on business-critical applications and quantitative tools that support pricing, execution, market-making, risk management, and client trading workflows.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain front-office applications supporting the Credit eTrading business.
• Build scalable pricing, risk, and analytics platforms used by traders and electronic market-making systems.
• Develop tools and services that improve automation, electronic execution, and workflow efficiency.
• Create and enhance real-time data pipelines, analytics frameworks, and trading infrastructure.
• Partner with quantitative strategists to implement and productionize models used for pricing, execution, and risk management.
• Work directly with traders to identify opportunities for automation and process optimization.
• Analyze trading, market, and client activity data to deliver actionable insights and improve platform performance.
• Support electronic trading initiatives across RFQ, streaming, auto-quoting, and algorithmic execution workflows.
• Collaborate closely with technology teams to ensure high-performance, reliable, and scalable production systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Financial Engineering, related quantitative discipline, or equivalent work experience.
• 2-8+ years of experience in software development, quantitative development, electronic trading technology, or a related front-office environment.
• Strong programming skills in Python, Java, C++, or similar object-oriented languages.
• Experience developing scalable applications, data pipelines, and analytical frameworks using large datasets.
• Knowledge of software engineering best practices, including testing, source control, and production support.
• Familiarity with distributed computing, cloud technologies, and event-driven architectures is a plus.
• Experience partnering directly with traders, quantitative researchers, and technology teams to deliver business-critical solutions.
• Knowledge of fixed income, credit markets, electronic trading, or capital markets products is preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced front-office environment.
• Demonstrated ability to design, build, and support production-grade applications with measurable business impact.

Shift: 1st shift (United States of America)

Hours Per Week: 40

Pay Transparency details

US - NY - New York - ONE BRYANT PARK - BANK OF AMERICA TOWER (NY1100)Pay and benefits informationPay range$130,000.00 - $225,000.00 annualized salary, offers to be determined based on experience, education and skill set.Discretionary incentive eligibleThis role is eligible to participate in the annual discretionary plan. Employees are eligible for an annual discretionary award based on their overall individual performance results and behaviors, the performance and contributions of their line of business and/or group; and the overall success of the Company.BenefitsThis role is currently benefits eligible. We provide industry-leading benefits, access to paid time off, resources and support to our employees so they can make a genuine impact and contribute to the sustainable growth of our business and the communities we serve.