Job Description

R&D FLARE Junior Researcher

Description

JPMorgan Chases Future Lab for Applied Research and Engineering (FLARE) conducts research in cutting-edge emerging technologies, such as Quantum Computing and Communication, Cloud Computing and Networking, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Internet of Things (IoT), Security and Privacy, Computer Vision, and Edge Computing. Our firm is seeking a passionate technologist to contribute to applied research and development of novel solutions in these fields. As a member of the FLARE R&D team, you will work closely with internal project teams, other researchers, and external communities alike to advance these research focus areas in a way that is beneficial to the technical teams in the company. You will also contribute to the firms intellectual property by patent applications and scholarly articles.

The Purpose of Your Role:

* To contribute to the conception and delivery of novel solutions to problems faced by internal project teams
* To advance the field of Quantum Computing and Communication, in the areas of algorithms and applications (such as Artificial Intelligence, Optimization and Finance) and security
* To co-design and implement advanced AR/VR and IoT/5G solutions integrating Security and Privacy enforcement, Computer Vision, and Edge Computing technologies
* To help the team augment existing Cloud Computing and Networking solutions with support for multiple cloud infrastructures and seamless integration of cloud-based microservices
* To be part of technical partnerships with external organizations, such as academic institutions and leading technology firms
* To contribute to JPMCs IP by pursuing necessary protections of generated IP
* To help establishing JPMCs reputation in the scientific field via publication of select results in prestigious venues

The Expertise We Are Looking for:

* Industrial research experience within a technology R&D organization, innovation lab, academic institution, or equivalent
* Excellent programming skills in languages such as Python, C, C++ and Java
* Experience in technical writing in a scientific or technical field, as well as grant applications or research proposals
* Working knowledge of common research evaluation frameworks and techniques
* Strong passion, awareness and familiarity with emerging technology paradigms
* Strong written and visual presentation skills
* Ability to work through ambiguity and multiple priorities
* Prior hands-on experience as a researcher and developer in a lab is preferred
* Familiarity and or experience in financial services is preferred
* A B.S. degree in Mathematics, Physics, Engineering or Computer Science is required
* A Ph.D. or M.S. degree in Mathematics, Physics, Engineering or Computer Science is preferred
* Strong knowledge in one or more of the following disciplines: Quantum Computing and Communication, Cloud Computing and Networking, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Internet of Things (IoT), Security and Privacy, Computer Vision, and Edge Computing.

Travel Requirements

* Up to 10% of travel across strategic hubs, external partner sites, as well as industrial and academic forums