Are you experienced in technical product development and are passionate about your work? Then you've found the right position for you!
As a Markets Product Development Associate within the PricingDirect team, you will have a core focus on product development of the PricingDirect platform, with a particular emphasis on the technical client-facing components such as API connectivity, SFTP, and Excel integration. Additionally, you will be required to have direct client interactivity through responsibility for the client implementation stream in EMEA and participation in the build-out of PricingDirect’s analytics product suite. PricingDirect, a J.P. Morgan company, is a leading provider of evaluated pricing services for fixed income securities, derivatives, and private equity. We leverage advanced analytics and technology to deliver accurate and timely valuations, helping our clients make informed investment decisions.
Job responsibilities
Develop and execute product strategies for the PricingDirect platform, focused on client-facing components such as API, SFTP, and Excel interfacesIdentify and evaluate new product opportunities and enhancements to use the platform to drive growth and maintain competitive advantage in the valuation spaceConvert product strategy into delivery through in-depth understanding of building a technical platform and close collaboration with technology groupsBuild an understanding of PricingDirect’s analytics product offerings and drive the continued development of these productsOversee the product development lifecycle for platform and analytics products, contributing to roadmap planning, requirements gathering and product specification, managing technical delivery and prioritization, and managing project communicationEnsure all product offerings comply with internal risk management policiesCollaborate with cross-functional teams, including technology, operations, sales, legal, and compliance, to ensure successful product development and launchBuild strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to gather insights and feedback for continuous product improvementCollaborate with trading desks, market participants, and research teams to enhance market knowledge and understanding of market pricingTake responsibility for the client implementation stream in EMEA, assisting with onboarding workflows and client questions, and contributing to the improvement of PricingDirect’s processes in the post-contract phaseConduct demos, training, prepare documentation, and resolve client queries pertaining to PricingDirect’s analytics products, ensuring exceptional client service through timely and accurate responses
Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills
Experience in technical product development or management within the financial services industryKnowledge of financial markets, valuation methodologies, and analytics computationsA good understanding of technical development for end-user applications, including API design concepts and user interfacesProven track record of successfully developing and launching productsStrong strategic thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills, with the ability to translate insights into actionable plansStrong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to both represent PricingDirect to clients, and to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levelsAbility to thrive in a fast-paced environment of real-time market pressures, remaining focused on client needs
Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills
Previous market or quantitative experience in fixed income, derivatives, or private equitySoftware development skills in Python with knowledge of data science techniquesBachelor's degree or higher, ideally in a STEM field such as Computer Science, Financial Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Finance, or Economics