JOB DESCRIPTION
JPMorgan Asset Management Technology is seeking a well-rounded hands-on quantitative developer that is experienced in building systems that support the full investment management cycle. Tech stack focus is Java and/or Python ideally with AWS or other Cloud based infrastructure experience. The candidate will be part of the front-office technology team and have good business knowledge and communication skills to work with the stakeholders and develop functional specifications. The candidate will be joining a high-performance, award-winning team who build applications that support the investment management cycle including research, portfolio management and investment.
Job responsibilities
Work closely with portfolio managers to develop portfolio construction/optimization applications
Develop an understanding of the data loads and processes related to portfolio construction in the system
Provide support for the teams existing portfolio construction services and applications
Executes creative software solutions, design, development, and technical troubleshooting with ability to think beyond routine or conventional approaches to build solutions or break down technical problems
Develops secure and high-quality production code, and reviews and debugs code written by others
Identifies opportunities to eliminate or automate remediation of recurring issues to improve overall operational stability of software applications and systems
Support an environment/culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect
Contribute to the team's technology modernization initiatives including moving services to Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Provide support to the Quants for their research particularly in using LLMs for portfolio construction
Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills
Experience and recognized expert in Java and/or Python
At least 5 years of experience in a financial service environment with a focus in finance front-office applications.
Background of working with AWS or other cloud platforms
Solid foundation in computer science, object-oriented design and development lifecycle
Good experience with SQL, data modeling, and performance tuning
Strong architecture experience, familiar with backend service-oriented architecture
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Experience of working in financial services, in a front-office environment
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Very pro-active, delivery focus, strong experience on Agile programming
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Excellent analytical, problem-solving skills
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Good understanding of different financial instruments
Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills
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Statistical background is a plus
- CFA, FRM, CQF, MBA or a Financial Engineering degree is a major plus
ABOUT US
J.P. Morgan is a global leader in financial services, providing strategic advice and products to the world's most prominent corporations, governments, wealthy individuals and institutional investors. Our first-class business in a first-class way approach to serving clients drives everything we do. We strive to build trusted, long-term partnerships to help our clients achieve their business objectives.
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.
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.
