Derivatives Trader

As a Derivatives Trader at Crypto.com, you join the Quant Trading team and execute trades across perpetual futures, options, and broader derivatives markets. You will manage portfolio risk, optimize execution, and contribute to the development of analytical tools within a high-performance trading environment.

What you'll do

• 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 in real time.
• 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.

What you bring

• A 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 building, managing, and scaling derivative trading strategies.
• A 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 and strong command of Microsoft Excel.
• Strong interest in and knowledge of both cryptocurrency and traditional asset classes.
• Self-motivation and adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment with significant responsibility.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively across trading, risk, and technology teams.

Nice to have

• Experience with additional programming languages such as C++, R, or KDB+/Q.
• Prior experience trading crypto derivatives including perpetuals, options, and structured products.
• Experience with real-time risk systems and automated execution infrastructure.

What we offer

• Competitive salary
• Medical insurance package with extended coverage to dependents
• Attractive annual leave entitlement including birthday and work anniversary days
• Work flexibility with flexible hours and hybrid or remote setup options
• Internal mobility program offering diverse career development opportunities
• Crypto.com Visa card provided upon joining

About Crypto.com

Founded in 2016, Crypto.com serves more than 80 million customers and is the world's fastest growing global cryptocurrency platform. The company is committed to accelerating cryptocurrency adoption through innovation and empowering the next generation of builders, creators, and entrepreneurs to develop a fairer and more equitable digital ecosystem.