Algorithmic Trader APAC

FLOWDESK ASIA PTE. LTD.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cryptocurrency trading firm in the United Kingdom seeks an Algo. Trader to develop strategies and capitalize on crypto trading markets. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in finance or related fields, excellent quantitative analysis skills, and experience in market-making. Responsibilities include researching trading opportunities and managing crypto operations. Attractive benefits such as top equipment and team events are offered in an international environment.

Benefits

Allowance of 400 SGD per month

Top of the range equipment

Team events and offsites

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of working experience in global financial trading.
• Experience in trading and market-making is mandatory.
• Proficiency in cryptocurrency and decentralized exchanges.

Responsibilities

• Develop trading strategies around market-making.
• Conduct research to identify trading opportunities.
• Manage day-to-day crypto operations.

Skills

Quantitative analysis

Market-making

Cryptocurrency concepts

Strong maths and analytical skills

Collaboration

Education

University degree in Finance, Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics

Job description

Description

You have strong quantitative analysis skills and you are in search of a challenge in the cryptocurrency environment? Then we have what you're looking for! As an Algo. Trader APAC, you'll have the opportunity to join a team focused on researching, interpreting, and capitalizing on crypto trading markets. The Algo. Trader will report directly to the Lead Trader APAC in Singapore.

Your role and responsibilities:

• Develop trading strategies around market-making, on spot markets
• Conduct research to identify potential trading opportunities on centralized & decentralized exchanges
• Collaborate with other teams to develop execution strategies
• Define optimal liquidity to provide clients with
• Manage day-to-day crypto operations (fund movements, transaction processing, reconciliations, settlements, loan tracking, account opening, P&L calculation, position management, etc.)

Requirements

Background and experience:

• University degree (MSc or PhD preferred) in Finance, Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics or related field
• 3-4 years of working experience
• Prior experience in trading within a global financial trading firm is mandatory
• Prior experience working with Market Making is preferred
• Strong understanding of decentralized exchanges and decentralized finance
• Strong understanding of cryptocurrency concepts such as wallets, blockchains, smart contracts and stablecoins required

Skills and personality:

• Curious and autonomous
• Highly motivated and results-driven
• Strong maths and analytical skills
• Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced collaborative environment
• Professional proficiency in English

Benefits:

International environment (English is the main language)

An allowance of 400 SGD / per month / per person in the household

Top of the range equipment, Macbook, keyboard, laptop stand, 4K monitor & headphones

Team events and offsites & lot of other cool benefits!

Recruitment process

Are you interested in this job but feel you haven't ticked all the boxes? Don't hesitate to apply and tell us in the cover letter section why we should meet!

Here's what you can expect if you apply

1. Technical Assessment (80')
2. HR call (20')
3. Technical Interview (60')
4. Culture Interview with the Lead TA (30') and the Head of Department (30')

On the agenda, discussions rather than trick questions! These moments of exchange will allow you to understand how Flowdesk works and its values. But they are also (and above all) an opportunity for you to present your career path and your expectations for your next job!