Quantitative Researchers (QR) are key part of JP Morgan’s markets business, developing and maintaining sophisticated mathematical models, cutting-edge methodologies and infrastructure to value and risk manage financial transactions.

Position Summary:

As a Vice President for the QRMC (Quantitative Research Market Capital) team, you will build financial engineering, data analytics, and statistical models and infrastructure. You will partner with various stakeholders across all products and regions, contributing to product innovation, valuation, risk management, and portfolio optimization.

Job Responsibilities:

Implementation of the next generation of risk analytics platform and assess model performance, perform back testing analysis and P&L attribution;
Improve performance and scalability of analytics algorithms and develop and enhance mathematical models for VaR/Stress/FRTB; Assess the appropriateness of quantitative models and their limitations, identifying and monitoring the associated model risk;
Design efficient numerical algorithms and implementing high performance computing solutions.
Design and develop software frameworks for analytics and their delivery to systems and applications.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills:

Good interpersonal and communication skills, ability to work in a group
Graduate degree in Mathematics or Computer Science
Expertise in Python and/or C++, including experience with numpy, scipy and/or pandas
Expertise in data structures, standard algorithms and OO design.
Strong software design skills and implementation skills
Strong analytical and problem solving abilities.
Excellent oral and written communication skills

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills:

Knowledge and experience of machine learning is a plus
Knowledge of financial products and understanding of derivatives valuation models is a plus
Probability theory, financial math or stochastic calculus is a plus
Knowledge of finance or quantitative finance is desired

About Us

JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

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.

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans

About the Team

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.