Quantitative Options Trader

BlockTech; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

BlockTech, a fast-paced algorithmic trading firm, is seeking a Quantitative Options Trader to join its New York office. This role involves managing trading positions, developing strategies, and collaborating with a team to enhance trading systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong quantitative background and a passion for financial markets.

Benefits

Competitive compensation with attractive bonus plan

Extensive in-house training program

Reimbursement of gym membership

Breakfast, lunch, snacks, and drinks provided

Qualifications

• Relevant experience as a Quantitative Options Trader.
• Strong numerical skills and programming experience in Python.
• Fluency in English, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Managing trading positions and developing new strategies.
• Interpreting market flow and evaluating trading performance.
• Collaborating with quantitative developers and data scientists.

Skills

Numerical skills

Programming in Python

Versatility in technologies

Interest in financial markets

Education

Degree in Econometrics, Mathematics, Physics, or related field

Job description

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BlockTech is a fast-paced algorithmic trading firm facilitating global cryptocurrency trading while expanding into regulated markets. As we continue to grow rapidly, we are looking for a Quantitative Options Trader to join us amid our exciting scale-up phase!

What will you do?

As a Quantitative Trader in the New York office, you will be part of our brand new division, focused on trading options in the S&P 500 complex. As part of a pioneering team, we are looking for highly innovative traders who are interested and skilled in defining and fine-tuning new trading strategies and algorithms, as much as they are in operating them.

After receiving extensive training in our Amsterdam office you will ensure our automated trading systems run smoothly in the US markets

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Managing trading positions
• Develop and test new strategies
• Interpreting market flow and events
• Evaluating trading performance
• Fine-tuning automated trading algorithms
• Design trading tools

You will become an expert in trading and know when and how to assist the trading system in capturing opportunities when necessary. Beyond the responsibilities listed above, you will actively collaborate with quantitative developers, software engineers, and data scientists to enhance our current trading setup and weigh in on the priorities of new projects.

At BlockTech, you will take on a lot of responsibility, with the freedom to chart your course to innovative solutions!

What do we require from you?

• Relevant professional work experience as a Quantitative Options Trader
• An academic degree in Econometrics, Mathematics, Physics, or another quantitative field
• Strong numerical skills
• Programming experience in Python
• Proven versatility and ability to pick up new technologies and learn systems quickly
• A positive can-do attitude and a creative mind
• A sincere interest in financial markets
• Willingness to commit long-term
• Fluency in English (written and verbal)

What is in it for you?

• A full-time position in a relaxed and modern office in New York
• Competitive compensation consisting of a base salary combined with a very attractive bonus plan based on individual and company performance
• Outstanding performance is rewarded with the opportunity to buy into the trading fund
• Extensive in-house training program + an annual Learning & Development budget
• Highly collaborative and experienced Scrum/Agile team across the globe
• The opportunity to work at the forefront of automated trading, using state-of-the-art technology
• Breakfast, warm lunch, snacks and drinks are provided throughout the day.
• Reimbursement of your gym membership and/or other sports activities

Our culture

At our core, we are a team of passionate trading and tech enthusiasts committed to revolutionizing trading through automation. Our collaborative approach ensures that everyone contributes to achieving our ambitious goals.

In this role, you will be both challenged and stretched, with ample opportunities for growth and development, both within and beyond your main responsibilities.

We invest in our people by offering competitive compensation and benefits, fostering innovation, and celebrating success. Our commitment to personal development transcends traditional norms; we provide an equal playing field, promote reverse leadership, and offer boundless growth opportunities for all our employees.

Join us to unlock your potential and drive innovation in the exciting world of algorithmic trading.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance and Information Technology

• Industries

  Financial Services, Capital Markets, and IT Services and IT Consulting

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