Quantitative Research - eTrading - Vice President

Quantitative Research - eTrading - Vice President
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The Quantitative Research (QR) Team designs and implements trading platforms to integrate client solutions across various functions. The team contributes to the design and implementation of the algorithmic trading platforms where quantitative research and data analytics are integrated for client solutions across various functions in eTrading. Our team partners with the electronic trading desk and technology teams to develop sophisticated mathematical models, cutting‑edge methodologies, and infrastructure to improve the performance of algorithmic trading strategies and promote advanced electronic solutions to our clients worldwide.

The Quantitative Algo Dev function within the QR eTrading team works closely with quant researchers, the algo development team, and the trading desks to deliver global solutions for our clients.

Job Summary
As a Vice President in the QR eTrading team, you will contribute to the design and implementation of the algorithmic trading platform, integrating quantitative research, data analytics, and client solutions across multiple functions within eTrading. You will apply optimization techniques to enhance trade scheduling for both single stocks and portfolio trading in the algo engine. You will collaborate with researchers in the QR team and work closely with the electronic trading product and algo development technology teams, guiding and shaping the direction of the platform.

Job Responsibilities

Solve and implement numerical algorithms that address the optimization challenges in trade scheduling for multi‑period single stock and portfolio products.

Build robust algorithms within the production platform, collaborating closely with technology partners to integrate and deliver optimization solutions within the algo trading engine.

Collaborate with quant researchers and trading desks to refine models and strategies that enhance our trading performance.

Work closely with the product team and trading desks to design and build client‑centric solutions.

Required Qualifications

Master’s in a STEM subject such as computer science, engineering, mathematics/statistics, or physics.

Five years of experience in positions with similar responsibilities, technologies, or business area.

Experience with optimization techniques relevant to trading strategies.

Experience coding in Java or C++.

Experience working on algorithmic trading platforms.

Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem‑solving skills.

Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate well with business users and technology teams.

Preferred Qualifications

PhD in a STEM subject or independent research experience.

Seven or more years of experience in positions with similar responsibilities or technologies.

Experience with stochastic control or stochastic/numerical optimization techniques relevant to single stock or portfolio trading strategies.

Experience with writing production‑grade implementations for trading systems in Java or C++.

Experience with Python, AWS, and/or other database/data processing technologies.

Experience with q/kdb or similar systems.

Knowledge of cash equity markets and microstructure.

Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function
Research;
Analyst; and Information Technology

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JPMorgan

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