ETF Trader - Asian Markets

Qube Research & Technologies; Sydney; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early ownership

Cross-disciplinary work

Flat structure

Cutting-edge data/tools

Global markets exposure

Job summary

Qube Research & Technologies is building an ETF trading desk in Sydney and seeks an early hire to shape its direction. You will trade ETFs, develop pricing models, and improve infrastructure at the intersection of trading, research, and technology.

The role offers exposure to live systems, risk management, and expansion into Asia-Pacific markets, with collaboration across researchers and engineers in a fast-evolving environment.

Qualifications

• 1–5 years in trading or related quantitative role.
• Strong understanding of probability, expected value and risk/reward trade-offs.
• Experience with ETF, Delta One, or systematic trading is advantageous.
• Comfortable with electronic trading systems and data-driven decision making.
• Interest in both research and implementation—from idea to production.
• Detail-oriented with ownership and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Trade ETFs across Asian exchanges, delivering efficient execution and competitive pricing.
• Operate and monitor systematic trading strategies across horizons from HFT to longer-term positioning.
• Manage FX exposure and correlated risks across ETF and underlying portfolios.
• Improve and refine existing trading and execution strategies.
• Research and develop alpha signals using market microstructure, flows, and cross-asset data.
• Contribute to the design and enhancement of ETF pricing models across asset classes.
• Build and improve trading infrastructure in collaboration with quantitative researchers and engineers.
• Identify and capitalise on relative value and arbitrage opportunities.
• Monitor ETF market structure, listings, and regulatory developments across the region.

Skills

ETF trading

Delta One

Systematic trading

Electronic trading

Quantitative analysis

Risk management

Ownership

Cross-team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in quantitative discipline

Job description

Qube Research & Technologies (QRT) is a global quantitative and systematic investment manager operating across asset classes and geographies. We combine data, research, technology, and trading expertise to deliver scalable, research-driven investment strategies.

We are building a n ew ETF trading desk in Sydney and are looking for an early hire to help shape its direction. This role sits at the intersection of trading, research, and technology — you will be actively involved in all three, rather than specialising in a single function.

On any given day, you may be operating live trading systems and managing risk, developing new pricing models, or improving the infrastructure the desk runs on. As the platform grows, you will play a key role in expanding into new markets and products across Asia-Pacific.

Responsibilities

• Trade ETFs across Asian exchanges, delivering efficient execution and competitive pricing


• Operate and monitor systematic trading strategies across a range of horizons, from HFT to longer-term positioning


• Manage FX exposure and correlated risks across ETF and underlying portfolios


• Improve and refine existing trading and execution strategies


• Research and develop alpha signals using market microstructure, flows, and cross-asset data


• Contribute to the design and enhancement of ETF pricing models across asset classes


• Build and improve trading infrastructure in collaboration with quantitative researchers and engineers


• Identify and capitalise on relative value and arbitrage opportunities


• Monitor ETF market structure, listings, and regulatory developments across the region

Your Profile

• 1–5 years of experience in trading or a related quantitative role


• Strong understanding of probability, expected value, and risk/reward trade-offs


• Experience with ETF, Delta One, or systematic trading strategies is advantageous


• Comfortable working with electronic trading systems and data-driven decision making


• Interest in both research and implementation — from idea generation to production


• Detail-oriented with a high level of ownership and accountability


• Clear and effective communicator, able to collaborate across trading, research, and technology


• Motivated to build in an early‑stage environment where processes and systems are still evolving


• Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative discipline such as Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Economics, or Finance

Why Join QRT

• Opportunity to be an early member of a new ETF trading desk with significant scope and ownership


• Work at the intersection of trading, quantitative research, and technology


• Collaborative, flat structure with direct impact on strategy and performance


• Access to cutting‑edge data, tools, and global infrastructure


• Exposure to some of the most dynamic ETF markets globally

QRT is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome diversity as essential to our success. QRT empowers employees to work openly and respectfully to achieve collective success. In addition to professional achievement, we are offering initiatives and programs to enable employees achieve a healthy work-life balance.