Fixed Income Quantitative Research Developer

Fixed Income Quantitative Research Developer

The GFICC (Global Fixed Income, Currencies, and Commodities) Quantitative Research group at JPMorganChase is dedicated to quantitative approaches for alpha generation across systematic and discretionary fixed income mandates. This encompasses alpha signal generation, portfolio construction, large-scale data analysis, liquidity analysis, and execution analytics. The team collaborates closely with investors throughout JPMorgan Asset Management and partners with Technology teams to deliver scalable solutions.

As a Fixed Income Quantitative Research Developer within the GFICC Quantitative Research team, you will work hand-in-hand with quant researchers in New York and Mumbai to accelerate research projects, data transformations, and code development pipelines. You will be fully integrated into the team, acting as a force multiplier to generate timely research insights and bring them to market.

Job Responsibilities

• Rapid Code Development: Work in close collaboration with quant researchers and investors to develop code to analyze financial data and provide insights.
• Python Coding Expert: Act as a subject matter expert to assist quant researchers in developing production-quality code.
• Software Development Lifecycle Management: Act as a subject matter expert on SDLC and repository management. Collaborate with Technology teams to integrate rapid development code into production pipelines.
• Data Infrastructure: Guide and collaborate with teams across Technology and the Investment Platform to improve the data infrastructure for alpha signal generation.

Required Qualifications, Skills And Capabilities

• Strong coding skills in Python, including data libraries such as pandas and polars.
• Familiarity with fixed income markets, with a keen interest in fixed income data and analysis.
• Ability to adapt to rapidly changing market conditions and interface directly with GFICC investors.
• Familiarity with SQL databases and experience working with data APIs.
• Proficiency with software repository tools such as git and bitbucket.
• Good understanding of a professional IDE such as IDEA or VSCode.
• Familiarity with AWS technologies such as S3 and Airflow.

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 Asset & Wealth Management delivers industry-leading investment management and private banking solutions. Asset Management provides individuals, advisors and institutions with strategies and expertise that span the full spectrum of asset classes through our global network of investment professionals. Wealth Management helps individuals, families and foundations take a more intentional approach to their wealth or finances to better define, focus and realize their goals.

Key skills/competency

• Python
• Pandas
• Polars
• Fixed Income Markets
• SQL Databases
• Git
• Bitbucket
• Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
• AWS (S3, Airflow)
• Quantitative Finance