Derivatives Trader

• Identify and monetize trading opportunities across perpetual futures, options, and derivatives markets.
• Develop and execute strategies with a focus on capital efficiency and risk-adjusted returns.
• Monitor and manage portfolio performance, Greeks exposure (delta, gamma, vega, theta), and key risk metrics on a real-time basis.
• Contribute to the development of post-trade analytical tools and dashboards to enhance decision-making.
• Diagnose and resolve trading infrastructure issues in real time.
• Investigate strategy performance anomalies and execution problems, implementing corrective measures as needed.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field.
• 5–10 years of profitable trading experience on a leading trading desk within a bank, proprietary trading firm, or market-making environment, across any asset class.
• Demonstrable experience in building, managing, and scaling derivative trading strategies.
• Strong understanding of derivatives pricing, hedging techniques, and risk management frameworks.
• Advanced quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to apply them under time-sensitive conditions.
• Proficiency in Python; strong command of Microsoft Excel. Experience with additional languages (e.g., C++, R, KDB+/Q) is a plus.
• Strong interest in and knowledge of both cryptocurrency and traditional asset classes.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and thrives in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment with significant responsibility.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills; able to work effectively across trading, risk, and technology teams.
Preferred Qualifications
• Prior experience trading crypto derivatives (perpetuals, options, structured products) would be a plus.
• Experience with real-time risk systems and automated execution infrastructure.