Kospi Options Market-Making Quant Trader (Sydney)

37784; Sydney; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible leave

Annual discretionary bonus

Healthcare allowance

Insurance benefits for life and salary

Wellbeing guidance and support

Novated car leasing

Generous parental leave

Job summary

Mako is a leading options market maker seeking a Quantitative Trader to join our Sydney team, focusing on Kospi Index Options. You will manage a proprietary trading book, generate insights, and deploy quantitative tools to drive results.

We value 2+ years in systematic options trading, strong Python/C++ skills, and a solid foundation in quantitative analysis. The role emphasizes backtesting, risk monitoring, and collaboration to achieve measurable outcomes.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of systematic trading experience in options
• Experience designing and implementing trading strategies through quantitative research and market observation
• Bachelor's or higher degree in STEM disciplines
• Proficiency in Python and/or C++
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills; ability to interpret large datasets
• Experience in mathematical/statistical modelling using a range of techniques
• Self-starter capable of conducting independent research and driving projects
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Passion for solving complex problems and delivering measurable results

Responsibilities

• Generate and implement trading ideas using both intuition and data-driven research
• Analyse historical trading performance to improve strategies and execution
• Monitor and manage risk exposures in real-time
• Use quantitative tools to build hypotheses, design experiments, and back test strategies

Skills

Python

C++

Quantitative analysis

Data-driven research

Risk management

Education

STEM degree (Mathematics, Engineering, Physics, CS)

Tools

Backtesting

Statistical modelling

Job description

Mako is a leading options market maker seeking a Quantitative Trader to join our Sydney team, focusing on Kospi Index Options. You will manage a proprietary trading book, generate insights, and deploy quantitative tools to drive results.

We value 2+ years in systematic options trading, strong Python/C++ skills, and a solid foundation in quantitative analysis. The role emphasizes backtesting, risk monitoring, and collaboration to achieve measurable outcomes.