Equity Options Trader with Small-Cap Focus & Quant Edge

G-20 Group; Zürich; On-site; CHF 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

G-20 Group, a Switzerland-based cross-asset trading firm, seeks an Equity Options Trader to manage and optimize a discretionary equity options portfolio, working with traders, researchers, and developers to enhance pricing models and trading strategies.

Based in Zurich or our global offices, you will focus on small-cap equities, monitor risk, and drive superior returns in a fast-paced environment with a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Degree in Finance, Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field from a top-tier university.
• Strong background in options trading with a solid understanding of options pricing theory, volatility trading, and relevant strategies.
• Proven track record of generating consistent profits (PnL >$2m annually for more than 3 years).
• Experience with quantitative trading and the ability to apply data analysis to trading decisions.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities, capable of quick, data-driven decisions.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with ability to work across teams.
• Demonstration of a results-driven, proactive, and self-motivated approach.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and refine equity options trading strategies with a focus on small-cap equities.
• Analyze market microstructure, order flow, and volatility dynamics to identify and capitalize on trading opportunities.
• Collaborate with quantitative analysts and developers to improve options pricing models, hedging algorithms, and execution tools.
• Maintain awareness of corporate actions, earnings events, and sector-specific catalysts that influence equity and options markets.
• Execute trades with precision across listed equity options, ensuring best execution and liquidity management.
• Manage portfolio Greeks (delta, gamma, vega, theta) and adjust hedges dynamically in response to changing market conditions.
• Contribute to the continuous enhancement of G-20's trading infrastructure, data pipelines, and analytical frameworks.
• Monitor portfolio performance and risk metrics, providing regular feedback on strategy effectiveness and market impact.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Data-driven decision making

Education

Finance/Math/Physics/CS/Engineering degree

Tools

Python

Excel/VBA

SQL

Job description

G-20 Group, a Switzerland-based cross-asset trading firm, seeks an Equity Options Trader to manage and optimize a discretionary equity options portfolio, working with traders, researchers, and developers to enhance pricing models and trading strategies.

Based in Zurich or our global offices, you will focus on small-cap equities, monitor risk, and drive superior returns in a fast-paced environment with a collaborative team.