Derivatives Trader

Who are we?

FalconX is a pioneering team of operators, investors, and builders committed to revolutionizing institutional access to the crypto markets. Operating at the intersection of traditional finance and 
cutting-edge technology, FalconX addresses the industry's foremost challenges: Navigating the digital asset market can be complex and fragmented, with limited products and services that support trading strategies, structures, and liquidity found in conventional financial markets. As a comprehensive solution for all digital asset strategies from start to scale, FalconX operates as the connective tissue empowering clients with seamless navigation through the ever-
evolving cryptocurrency landscape.

Job Description:

FalconX is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Derivative Trader to join our dynamic team. As a Derivative Trader, you will play a crucial role in enhancing our trading capabilities in both OTC and electronic derivatives trading. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in options trading, quantitative experience working with large datasets, and team-minded approach to problem solving.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the derivatives trading business in both OTC and electronic derivatives trading
• Interact with large institutional clients to facilitate high-touch OTC derivatives trading
• Contribute to all aspects of the trading desk activities including client relationship management, risk management, post-trade analysis, and position reconciliation
• Propose & implement process improvements and automation solutions
• Directly build new trading tools to support process improvement and strategy development
• Play a key role in managing derivatives book risk and optimizing trading strategies to increase PnL
  
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related field
• Strong proficiency in Python
• 3-7 years of overall experience in derivative trading
• Experience with data analysis and statistical modeling is a plus
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively under pressure
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work in a cross-functional team environment
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and rapidly changing digital assets industry
  
  

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Inclusivity Statement

FalconX is committed to building a diverse, inclusive, equitable, and safe workspace for all people. Our roles are intended for people from all walks of life. We encourage all those interested in applying to our organization to submit an application regardless if you are missing some of the listed background requirements, skills, or experiences!

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FalconX is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, citizenship, or any other legally-recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on FalconX. Please inform FalconX’s People team at [email protected], if you need assistance with participating in the application process.