You have strong quantitative analysis skills and you are in search of a challenge in the cryptocurrency environment? You are available during weekends for an adjusted and flexible work schedule (from Thursday to Monday for example)? Then we have what you're looking for! As a Weekend Trader APAC, you'll have the opportunity to join a team focused on researching, interpreting, and capitalizing on crypto trading markets which never close!
The Algo. Trader will report directly to the Lead Trader APAC in Singapore.
Your role and responsibilities:
- Develop trading strategies around market-making, on spot markets.
- Conduct research to identify potential trading opportunities on centralized & decentralized exchanges.
- Collaborate with other teams to develop execution strategies.
- Define optimal liquidity to provide clients with.
- Manage day-to-day crypto operations (fund movements, transaction processing, reconciliations, settlements, loan tracking, account opening, P&L calculation, position management, etc.)
Background and experience
- University degree (MSc or PhD preferred) in Finance, Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics or related field.
- 3-4 years of working experience.
- Prior experience in trading within a global financial trading firm is mandatory.
- Prior experience working with Market Making is preferred.
- Strong understanding of decentralized exchanges and decentralized finance.
- Strong understanding of cryptocurrency concepts such as wallets, blockchains, smart contracts and stablecoins required.
Skills and personality
- Curious and autonomous
- Highly motivated and results-driven
- Strong maths and analytical skills
- Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced collaborative environment
- Professional proficiency in English
