Derivatives Trader

Crypto; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Flexible work hours

Hybrid or remote setup

Crypto.com Visa card

Competitive salary

Internal mobility program

Job summary

Crypto.com in Hong Kong seeks an experienced Derivatives Trader to identify and execute opportunities across perpetual futures, options, and broader derivatives markets. You will manage portfolio risk and contribute to analytical tool development in a fast-paced, high-performance environment.

The role requires 5–10 years on a leading desk, deep knowledge of pricing, hedging, and risk management, plus strong Python and Excel skills; crypto and traditional assets interest is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in quantitative field.
• 5–10 years of profitable trading on a leading desk.
• Experience building and scaling derivative trading strategies.
• Strong knowledge of derivatives pricing, hedging, risk frameworks.
• Advanced quantitative and analytical skills for time-sensitive decisions.
• Proficiency in Python; Excel; familiarity with C++, R, KDB+/Q.
• Interest in crypto and traditional assets.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, fast-paced with responsibility.
• Excellent communication across trading, risk, and technology teams.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Python

Excel

C++

R

KDB+/Q

Derivatives pricing

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in quantitative field

Tools

Real-time risk systems

Automated execution

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 implements trading strategies to support the quantitative trading team in making informed decisions in fast-paced and complex trading environments.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Derivatives Trader to join our trading desk. This role is responsible for identifying and executing trading opportunities across perpetual futures, options, and broader derivatives markets. You will manage portfolio risk, optimize execution, and contribute to the development of analytical tools — all within a fast-paced, high-performance environment.

Responsibilities

• 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.

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: crypto.com visa card provided upon joining
• Our benefits packages vary depending on region requirements, you can learn more from our talent acquisition team.

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.