Quant Options Trader – Own a Pro Trading Book (India)

Referment; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Referment is hiring an Options Trader for its market-making team in Singapore. You will manage a proprietary trading book focused on Indian index and stock options, monitor real-time risk, and develop data-driven trading ideas.

The role emphasizes quantitative modelling, backtesting, and collaboration with a skilled team. A STEM degree and programming proficiency are required, with a willingness to drive projects and solve complex problems.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience trading Indian options or similar markets.
• In-depth knowledge of pricing, execution and risk in index futures and cash equity markets.
• Proficiency in Python and/or C++, strong quantitative and analytical skills.
• Experience in mathematical and statistical modelling using various techniques.

Responsibilities

• Manage and optimise a proprietary trading book focused on Indian options.
• Monitor and manage real-time risk exposures.
• Generate and implement trading ideas using 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 analysis

Data interpretation

Communication

Collaboration

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor's or higher degree in STEM

Tools

Algorithmic trading systems

Backtesting tools

Job description

Referment is hiring an Options Trader for its market-making team in Singapore. You will manage a proprietary trading book focused on Indian index and stock options, monitor real-time risk, and develop data-driven trading ideas.

The role emphasizes quantitative modelling, backtesting, and collaboration with a skilled team. A STEM degree and programming proficiency are required, with a willingness to drive projects and solve complex problems.