Derivatives Trader

Crypto; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical insurance

Annual leave

Hybrid/remote setup

Internal mobility

Visa card

Job summary

Crypto.com seeks an experienced quantitative trader to identify and monetize opportunities across perpetual futures, options and derivatives markets. You will develop and execute capital-efficient strategies, monitor real-time risk metrics, and contribute to analytics tools to improve decision-making.

The role requires 5–10 years on a leading trading desk, strong derivatives expertise, and Python proficiency with Excel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Computer Science, or related quantitative field.
• 5–10 years profitable trading experience on a leading trading desk in bank, prop shop, or market-making environment.
• Experience building, managing and scaling derivative trading strategies.
• Strong understanding of derivatives pricing, hedging and risk management frameworks.
• Advanced quantitative and analytical skills with time-sensitive problem solving.
• Proficiency in Python; strong Excel; knowledge of additional languages (C++, R) a plus.

Responsibilities

• Identify and monetize trading opportunities across perpetual futures, options and derivatives markets.
• Develop and execute strategies with focus on capital efficiency and risk-adjusted returns.
• Monitor portfolio performance, Greeks exposure and risk metrics in real time.
• Contribute to post-trade analytics tools and dashboards to aid decision-making.
• Diagnose trading infrastructure issues and resolve in real time.
• Investigate performance anomalies and execution problems and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Mathematics

Statistics

Engineering

Python

Excel

C++

KDB+/Q

Crypto knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in quantitative field

Tools

KDB+/Q

C++

Job description

The Quant Trading team is responsible for executing trades and managing risks associated with derivative products, such as options, futures, and swaps. The team develops and implement trading strategies to support the quantitative trading team in making informed decisions in fast-paced and complex trading environments.

About the Role

• Identify and monetize trading opportunities across perpetual futures, options, and derivatives markets.
• Develop and execute strategies with a focus on capital efficiency and risk-adjusted returns.
• Monitor and manage portfolio performance, Greeks exposure (delta, gamma, vega, theta), and key risk metrics on a real-time basis.
• Contribute to the development of post-trade analytical tools and dashboards to enhance decision-making.
• Diagnose and resolve trading infrastructure issues in real time.
• Investigate strategy performance anomalies and execution problems, implementing corrective measures as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field.
• 5–10 years of profitable trading experience on a leading trading desk within a bank, proprietary trading firm, or market‑making environment, across any asset class.
• Demonstrable experience in building, managing, and scaling derivative trading strategies.
• Strong understanding of derivatives pricing, hedging techniques, and risk management frameworks.
• Advanced quantitative, analytical, alpha research and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to apply them under time‑sensitive conditions.
• Proficiency in Python; strong command of Microsoft Excel. Experience with additional languages (e.g., C++, R, KDB+/Q) is a plus.
• Strong interest in and knowledge of both cryptocurrency and traditional asset classes.
• Self‑motivated, adaptable, and thrives in a fast‑paced, high‑stakes environment with significant responsibility.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills; able to work effectively across trading, risk, and technology teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience trading crypto derivatives (perpetuals, options, structured products) would be a plus.
• Experience with real‑time risk systems and automated execution infrastructure.

Life @ Crypto.com

Empowered to think big. Try new opportunities while working with a talented, ambitious and supportive team.

Transformational and proactive working environment. Elevate employees to find thoughtful and innovative solutions.

Growth from within. We help to develop new skill‑sets that would impact the shaping of your personal and professional growth.

Work Culture. Our colleagues are some of the best in the industry; we are all here to help and support one another.

One cohesive team. Engage stakeholders to achieve our ultimate goal - Cryptocurrency in every wallet.

Are you ready to kickstart your future with us?

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Medical insurance package with extended coverage to dependents
• Attractive annual leave entitlement including: birthday, work anniversary
• Work Flexibility Adoption. Flexi-work hour and hybrid or remote set-up
• Aspire career alternatives through us. Our internal mobility program can offer employees a diverse scope.
• Work Perks: visa card provided upon joining

Our Crypto.com benefits packages vary depending on region requirements, you can learn more from our talent acquisition team.

About Crypto.com

Founded in 2016, Crypto.com serves more than 80 million customers and is the world’s fastest growing global cryptocurrency platform. Our vision is simple: Cryptocurrency in Every Wallet. Built on a foundation of security, privacy, and compliance, Crypto.com is committed to accelerating the adoption of cryptocurrency through innovation and empowering the next generation of builders, creators, and entrepreneurs to develop a fairer and more equitable digital ecosystem.

Learn more at https://crypto.com.

Crypto.com is an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating an environment where opportunities are presented to everyone in a fair and transparent way.

Crypto.com values diversity and inclusion, seeking candidates with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills that complement and strengthen our team.

Personal data provided by applicants will be used for recruitment purposes only.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.