What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quantitative Modeling [Multiple Positions Available] position at JPMorgan Chase?
DESCRIPTION:
Duties: Independently, collate data and evaluate the feasibility of using the data for developing models. Clean and enrich the data with various attributes so that it is fit for purpose. Lead model calibration on this data using statistical and machine learning tools. Document the models and the statistical robustness of these models. Build model prototype frameworks to forecast the macro-sensitivity of the models. Respond to model review and regulatory questions about model performance and applicability. Monitor performance of the models once it reviewed. Overlay models that fail performance metrics. Perform risk impact studies for new deals being originated by the desk. Create explanation of the model credit costs associated with loans on the balance sheet. Lead discussions with business leads and risk managers to develop new model frameworks for more exotic financial instruments like SRTs and CDOs. Simultaneously work on multiple projects and mentor junior members in the team. Evaluating talent for new positions and matching new hires skills with model projects.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum education and experience required: Master's degree in Quantitative and Computational Finance, Engineering, Statistics, Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics, or related field of study plus 2 years (24 months) of experience in the job offered or as Quantitative Modeling Researcher, Credit Risk Quantitative Research, Market Liquidity Risk Management (MLRM), or related occupation.
Skills Required: This position requires two (2) years of experience with the following: Developing models for pricing fixed income products including loans, bonds, credit fault swaps, credit default obligations, and synthetic risk transfers; Construction of risky pricing curves for a debt issuer using risk neutral mathematical models for fixed income products; Risk neutral pricing; and experience with change of numeraire to replicate exotic product pricing in terms of other vanilla fixed income products; Using quantitative research methods, including numerical techniques such as Markov chain, Monte Carlo Simulations, or other optimization techniques for solving non-linear equations, for credit ratings, collateral, and the debt structure of an issuer of debt; Blending machine learning techniques such as clustering, tree models and random forests with econometric modeling to build time series and panel data models for model development and calibration; Writing technical model documentation. This position requires any amount of experience with the following: Object-oriented programming in Python; Using Pandas and Numpy to manipulate datasets, quantify the distribution of underlying data, and develop robust models.
Job Location: 545 Washington Blvd, Jersey City, NJ 07310.
We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set, and location. For those in eligible roles, discretionary incentive compensation which may be 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. In addition, please visit: https://careers.jpmorgan.com/us/en/about-us.
Full-Time. Salary: $190,000 - $215,000 per year.
Salary : $190,000 - $215,000