Crypto.com
Derivatives Trader
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The Quant Trading team is responsible for executing trades and managing risks associated with derivative products, such as options, futures, and swaps. The team develops and implements trading strategies to support the quantitative trading team in making informed decisions in fast-paced and complex trading environments.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Derivatives Trader to join our trading desk. This role is responsible for identifying and executing trading opportunities across perpetual futures, options, and broader derivatives markets. You will manage portfolio risk, optimize execution, and contribute to the development of analytical tools — all within a fast-paced, high-performance environment.
Job Responsibilities
- 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.
Job Requirements
- 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, alpha research 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.
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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.
Life @ Crypto.com
Empowered to think big. Try new opportunities while working with a talented, ambitious and supportive team.
- Transformational and proactive working environment. Elevate employees to find thoughtful and innovative solutions.
- Growth from within. We help to develop new skill-sets that would impact the shaping of your personal and professional growth.
- Work Culture. Our colleagues are some of the best in the industry; we are all here to help and support one another.
- One cohesive team. Engage stakeholders to achieve our ultimate goal - Cryptocurrency in every wallet.
- Are you ready to kickstart your future with us?
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Medical insurance package with extended coverage to dependents
- Attractive annual leave entitlement including: birthday, work anniversary
- Work Flexibility Adoption. Flexi-work hour and hybrid or remote set-up
- Aspire career alternatives through us. Our internal mobility program can offer employees a diverse scope.
- Work Perks: crypto.com visa card provided upon joining
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About Crypto.com:
Founded in 2016, Crypto.com serves more than 80 million customers and is the world's fastest growing global cryptocurrency platform. Our vision is simple: Cryptocurrency in Every Wallet™. Built on a foundation of security, privacy, and compliance, Crypto.com is committed to accelerating the adoption of cryptocurrency through innovation and empowering the next generation of builders, creators, and entrepreneurs to develop a fairer and more equitable digital ecosystem.
Learn more at https://crypto.com.
Crypto.com is an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating an environment where opportunities are presented to everyone in a fair and transparent way. Crypto.com values diversity and inclusion, seeking candidates with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills that complement and strengthen our team.
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