Principal Trader (Fintech)

TL;DR

Principal Trader (Fintech): Supporting and growing the OTC Spot and derivatives desks, including defining strategy, execution, and long-term growth, with an accent on risk management and client engagement. Focus on staying ahead of crypto and derivatives market dynamics while proactively highlighting opportunities for growth and innovation to clients.

Location: United States

Salary: $168,000 – $269,000

Company

hirify.globalites are a world-class team with crypto conviction, united by our desire to discover and unlock the potential of crypto and blockchain technology.

What you will do

• Support and grow the OTC Spot and derivatives desks by helping define strategy, execution, and long-term growth.
• Engage with clients & in business development by maintaining relationships with HNWIs, institutional clients, and counterparties.
• Contribute to robust risk management practices across spot, options and other derivatives.
• Partner with technology teams to improve systems across pricing, execution, monitoring, and post-trade processes.
• Stay ahead of crypto and derivatives market dynamics, including funding rates, events, and trends, while proactively highlighting opportunities for growth and innovation to clients.

Requirements

• 5+ years of trading experience, with at least 3 years focused on spot and derivatives trading within financial services, FX, or crypto.
• Expertise in Options Pricing, Execution, and managing client flow risk.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills; familiarity with financial modeling and the ability to develop and implement complex trading strategies.
• Demonstrated ability to cultivate and expand relationships with institutional and HNWI clients, while actively engaging in trading conversations, driving sales, and maintaining strong communication at all times.
• In-depth experience with operational processes and safeguards, ensuring trade compliance, smooth execution, and effective risk management throughout the trade lifecycle.

Culture & Benefits

• Remote work environment.
• Wellness allowance.
• Medical, dental, vision and 401(k) [US Only].
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.