Quantitative Trading & Research - Global Commodities Quantitative Trading - Associate or Vice President

J.P. Morgan is a top tier liquidity provider in global macro markets offering competitive pricing across commodities products, 300 currency pairs in cash and derivative products. We offer a full spectrum of Commodities products - from plain vanilla to exotic options; from commodities, major currencies to emerging markets. The Quantitative Trading & Research group drives systematic trading within this space and are responsible for algorithmic pricing, automated risk management and hedging, and intelligent order execution strategies.Job summaryAs an Associate / a Vice President in the Global Commodities, Quantitative Trading & Research team, you will work in a fast-paced and challenging environment, focusing primarily on base metals, bullion, energy, gas, and commodity indices. If you consider yourself to be responsible, independent, and able to work in smooth coordination with the larger team to drive the desk's revenue, you may be a great candidate for the role. You will collaborate closely with various business teams to drive revenue and expand the business. Apart from that, you will also be expected to cover a wide range of responsibilities, like those listed below.Job responsibilitiesDesign trading and execution strategies and researching micro-patterns and trendsBuild, maintaining and upgrading applications & tools; also supporting day-to-day operationWork with trading professionals in various countries to create software for pricing algorithms for various Commodities, using Python and Java programming languagesDerive automatic hedging solutions with risk managers to extract the best values out of our flowsWork in close collaboration with sales to explore ways to expand our e-commerce footprint in the regionLook for unique automated trading opportunities to drive our trading revenueUnderstand firm's approach and policies for managing risks in relevant business and applicable legal and regulatory rules, and follows policiesBalance potentially competing needs across clients, internal partners and the firmRequired qualifications, capabilities, and skillsPossess solid design and programming skills, with primary focus on Java and Python Interested in applying agile software development practices in front-office trading environmentInterested in market microstructures and quantitative Commodities trading in global marketsAttentive to detail, adaptable and hungry to learn new thingsDemonstrable proficiency with market and product terminologyThink strategically and creatively when faced with problems and opportunitiesThrive on the challenge of competitive pressures and remain focused on client needsCommunicate concepts and ideas, both verbally and via documentation, and are able to defend their validity and target messages to different audiences Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skillsAdvanced degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, or other quantitative fields Commodities markets experience and general trading concepts and terminology. Experience in the pricing and risk management of Commodities derivatives will be a big advantageExperience with real time market data feeds and CLOB order placement, in particular with commodity exchanges such as LME, CME and ICE Direct experience of agile software methodologiesExperience with KDB+/qJ.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’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. Full timePosting Date: 2026-05-21