DRW
London, Greater London, England, GBR

Quantitative Trader - Cryptoassets

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DRW is a diversified trading firm with over 3 decades of experience bringing sophisticated technology and exceptional people together to operate in markets around the world. We value autonomy and the ability to quickly pivot to capture opportunities, so we operate using our own capital and trading at our own risk.

Headquartered in Chicago with offices throughout the U.S., Canada, Europe, and Asia, we trade a variety of asset classes including Fixed Income, ETFs, Equities, FX, Commodities and Energy across all major global markets. We have also leveraged our expertise and technology to expand into three non-traditional strategies: real estate, venture capital and cryptoassets.

We operate with respect, curiosity and open minds. The people who thrive here share our belief that it’s not just what we do that matters–it's how we do it. DRW is a place of high expectations, integrity, innovation and a willingness to challenge consensus.



We are looking for a Trader to join our team in our London office as our operation and the industry continue to grow. As a Trader, you will you will work closely with experienced traders, business development teams and quantitative researchers to manage the cryptoasset portfolio and counterparty relationships. You will utilize the disciplines of risk management, research and technology to identify trading opportunities and execute cryptoasset trading strategies.
Responsibilities:

  • 2yr year commitment to a five-day work week that includes covering the European and/or North American region shift every weekday 3pm - midnight
  • Provide quotes to and execute trades with OTC counterparties
  • Operate automated trading systems including adjusting strategy parameters
  • Manage the desk’s open positions including manually reducing risk when necessary
  • Suggest automation and improvements to systems and strategies
  • Contribute to all other aspects of trading activities including: position reconciliation, risk management tasks, identifying opportunities, research, and post trade analysis
  • Stay current with changes in system functionality, market structure changes, and industry developments
  • Communicate closely with our globally distributed, multi-disciplinary 24/7 team

Required Experience & Skills:

  • 3+ years of trading experience in any linear asset class
  • 1+ year of programming experience in Python or C++
  • Ability to articulate and troubleshoot trades, strategies, and systems
  • Attention to detail and precision in the execution of a task
  • Knowledge of and passion for crypto assets and blockchain technologies is a bonus


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What are DRW Perks + Benefits

Culture
Volunteer in local community
Partners with nonprofits
Through the DRW Foundation, we support philanthropic endeavors involving education, training, and housing in the communities that we live and work.
Open door policy
OKR operational model
Team based strategic planning
Pair programming
Open office floor plan
Employee resource groups
Employee-led culture committees
Hybrid work model
In-person all-hands meetings
Flexible work schedule
Remote work program
We are committed to creating in-office as well as remote environments to support collaboration and belonging for all of our employees. Success at DRW is measured by performance, not location.
Diversity
Mandated unconscious bias training
Diversity employee resource groups
Hiring practices that promote diversity
Health Insurance + Wellness
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Disability insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Wellness programs
Team workouts
Mental health benefits
Financial & Retirement
401(K)
401(K) matching
Performance bonus
Charitable contribution matching
Child Care & Parental Leave
Childcare benefits
Generous parental leave
Family medical leave
Adoption Assistance
Company sponsored family events
Fertility benefits
Vacation + Time Off
Generous PTO
Paid volunteer time
DRW sponsors volunteer opportunities during the work week
Paid holidays
Paid sick days
Flexible time off
Bereavement leave benefits
Office Perks
Commuter benefits
Company-sponsored outings
Free daily meals
We have daily catered breakfast and lunch.
Free snacks and drinks
Some meals provided
Company-sponsored happy hours
Onsite office parking
Recreational clubs
Relocation assistance
Fitness stipend
Home-office stipend for remote employees
Meditation space
Mother's room
Onsite gym
Professional Development
Job training & conferences
Tuition reimbursement
Lunch and learns
DRW hosts lunch and learn meetings once per month.
Promote from within
Mentorship program
Continuing education available during work hours
Online course subscriptions available
Customized development tracks
Paid industry certifications
Personal development training
Apprenticeship programs

Additional Perks + Benefits

We also offer on-site yoga, meditation classes, trivia nights., massages, and wine tastings. We also support professional development through mentorship programs, speaker series and "Geek Lunches."

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