Senior Options Trader Role - Crypto Trading Firm

Company

The company is a trading firm headquartered in Europe with a presence in Hong Kong.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and optimize options trading strategies across global markets.

• Analyze market data and leverage quantitative models to identify profitable trading opportunities.

• Monitor and manage risk exposures, ensuring strategies align with risk management protocols.

• Collaborate with data scientists, quants, and other traders to refine and improve trading algorithms and strategies.

• Stay up-to-date on market trends, news, and economic events that could impact options prices and volatility.

• Execute trades and manage positions effectively, ensuring optimal execution and liquidity.

• Contribute to the continuous improvement of company's trading systems and technologies.

Requirements

• Degree in Finance, Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field from a top-tier university.

• Strong background in options trading with a solid understanding of the options market and strategies.

• Proven track record of generating consistent profits (PnL >$2m for more than 3 years).

• Experience with quantitative trading and the ability to apply data analysis to trading decisions.

• Strong knowledge of financial markets, particularly options pricing, volatility, and risk management.

• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make quick, data-driven decisions.

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.

• A results-driven, proactive, and self-motivated approach.