Systematic Options Trader — AI-Driven Market Making

JPMorganChase

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 150,000 - 230,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

JPMorganChase seeks an experienced Associate/VP for the Systematic Derivatives Trading team to develop, deploy, and scale automated option trading strategies and liquidity provision systems in equity and index options markets. You will collaborate with quantitative research and technology teams to identify risk opportunities and build scalable solutions that enhance portfolio performance.

You will apply AI-driven techniques alongside quantitative analysis to solve complex trading challenges and

Qualifications

Interest in using technology, automation, AI and quantitative methods to improve trading outcomes.
Strong understanding of listed options markets, exchange mechanics, pricing and risk concepts.
Quantitative background with ability to analyze datasets using Python and libraries.
Solid knowledge of statistics, probability, and decision-making frameworks.
Excellent cross-team communication across trading, quant research and technology.
Demonstrated ownership, attention to detail and risk discipline.

Responsibilities

Assist in managing systematic options trading strategies across equity and index derivatives.
Analyze and manage portfolio risk: delta, gamma, vega, liquidity exposures, P&L drivers.
Develop tools to improve execution quality, risk management and trading performance.
Collaborate with Quantitative Research to design and test strategies.
Work with technology teams to enhance automated trading and hedging systems.
Analyze large datasets to identify opportunities and develop AI/data-driven solutions.
Communicate market activity and performance to stakeholders across teams.