Options Trader - Indian Options, Quantitative Market-Maker

MAKO APAC PTE. LTD.; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible leave

Hybrid working policy

Private health insurance

Dental insurance

Wellbeing guidance and support

Mako Foundation involvement

Job summary

MAKO APAC PTE. LTD. in Singapore seeks an analytical Options Trader for its market-making team, focusing on Indian index and stock options. You will manage a proprietary book, monitor real-time risk and generate data-driven ideas to improve performance across markets.

The role requires 2+ years in Indian options, strong Python/C++ skills, and a passion for rigorous analysis. We offer hybrid working policies, private health and dental insurance, and a supportive, collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience trading Indian options (Korean or other markets a plus).
• In-depth knowledge of pricing, execution and risk in index and stock options.
• Familiarity with algorithmic trading systems (high- or mid-frequency).
• Bachelor's degree or higher in a STEM discipline (e.g., Mathematics, Engineering, Physics, CS).
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Manage and optimise a proprietary trading book focused on Indian index and stock options.
• Monitor and manage risk exposures in real time.
• Generate and implement trading ideas using both intuition and data-driven research.
• Analyse historical trading performance to improve strategies and execution.
• Use quantitative tools to build hypotheses, design experiments and backtest strategies.

Skills

Python

C++

Quantitative skills

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

Algorithmic trading systems

Job description

MAKO APAC PTE. LTD. in Singapore seeks an analytical Options Trader for its market-making team, focusing on Indian index and stock options. You will manage a proprietary book, monitor real-time risk and generate data-driven ideas to improve performance across markets.

The role requires 2+ years in Indian options, strong Python/C++ skills, and a passion for rigorous analysis. We offer hybrid working policies, private health and dental insurance, and a supportive, collaborative culture.