Quantitative Trader, Sydney

Mako; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible leave

Annual discretionary bonus

Healthcare allowance

Insurance benefits: life and salary

Wellbeing guidance and support

Novated car leasing

Parental leave

Job summary

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

Required: 2+ years in systematic options trading, strong quantitative skills, a STEM degree, and proficiency in Python and/or C++. Join a collaborative, fast-paced environment with comprehensive benefits and global reach.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of systematic trading experience in options.
• Experience designing and implementing trading strategies through quantitative research.
• Bachelor’s or higher degree in a STEM discipline (e.g., Mathematics, Engineering, Physics, Computer Science).
• Proficiency in Python and/or C++.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills; ability to interpret large datasets.

Responsibilities

• Generate and implement trading ideas using 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

Systematic trading

Options trading

Quantitative research

Data interpretation

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor’s or higher degree in STEM

Tools

Python

C++

Job description

At Mako, we believe in the power of collaboration to drive innovation in pursuit of our collective ambition; excellence in trading. Our diverse community is connected through a commitment to being the best we can be with the highest standards of integrity.

We are seeking a highly motivated and analytical Quantitative Trader to join our options market making team in Sydney, focusing on Kospi Index Options. You will be responsible for managing a proprietary trading book, generating actionable insights, and using quantitative tools to drive results.

What you’ll be involved in:

• 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.

What we need from you:

• 2+ years of systematic trading experience in options (Korean or other liquid Asian Index market is a plus)
• Experience of successfully designing and implementing trading strategies through quantitative research and market observation
• Bachelor’s or higher degree in a STEM discipline (e.g., Mathematics, Engineering, Physics, Computer Science).
• 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.

We are Mako

At Mako, we are welcoming, inclusive and collaborative. We work fast and smart in a supportive and dress-down environment that allows colleagues to be themselves and achieve great things. We uphold the principles of a flat structure that offers unrivalled engagement with senior leadership and career development opportunities. We have a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Flexible leave
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Healthcare allowance
• Comprehensive insurance benefits for life and salary continuance
• Employee wellbeing guidance and support
• Novated car leasing
• Generous paid parental leave scheme
• Opportunity to become involved in the rewarding work of the Mako foundation

About Mako

Mako is a leading options market maker with a global trading footprint. It has been at the forefront of options market making since 1999, from the open outcry trading pits to screen trading and automated algorithmic execution strategies that are driving the future of the industry.

From offices in London, Dublin, Amsterdam, Singapore, Sydney, Brisbane and Chengdu, Mako offers the best-in-class liquidity solutions across Equities, Fixed Income, Commodities and FX derivatives markets and prides itself in its entrepreneurial, collaborative and philanthropic culture.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process, please email [e-mail] and we will arrange this.

For further information on the Mako Group please refer to our website: www.mako.com