Trader | Crypto at Jump Trading (Singapore)
Jump Trading· Singapore·
Job description
Jump Crypto is committed to building and standing up critical infrastructure needed to catalyze the growth of the crypto ecosystem. We're builders, partners, and traders who take a long-term view of crypto's prospects and operate to unlock the full potential of open, community-driven networks. Since our inception as a skunkworks intern project in late 2015, we've grown into a dynamic and seasoned team of high performing players across a range of functions. Today, we play an important role in the development of some of the largest and most innovative crypto communities.
Jump Crypto is the crypto division of Jump Trading Group, a research driven quantitative trading firm that's one of the largest traders by volume across traditional asset classes. For more on our history, culture and the road ahead read our blog here.To learn more, please visit us at www.jumpcrypto.com and follow us at @JumpCryptoHQ.
As a Trader, you have an opportunity to join a dynamic group of people focused on researching, interpreting and capitalizing on the global trading markets. The ideal candidate for this position will be interested in learning how they can apply their skills in a quantitative trading environment. You should have a can-do attitude around supporting the team in a variety of ways and be motivated by this chance to learn and work alongside a team of experienced traders and technologists.
What You’ll Do:
- Familiarity and interest in all lines of the business (outside trading); willingness to understand business priorities and to adapt
- Execution of trading strategies
- Monitor trading positions and work with clearing and operations team to reconcile trades and position breaks throughout the shift
- Build and maintain DevOps toolkit for the production trading system including configuration management, process management, deployment, monitoring, data collection, and analysis
- Troubleshooting production trading issues, improving trading desk processes
- Proficiency in (or ability to learn about) quant trading efforts, exchange trading setups, and any trading-related areas
- Should own and take responsibility for team-wide projects beyond day-to-day trading coverage
- Other duties as assigned or needed
Skills You’ll Need:
- Interest in cryptocurrencies with an understanding of the various currencies, exchanges, etc.
- Comfortable with Python and the ability to write and understand simple to moderate scripts
- Familiarity with a Linux environment
- Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent English communication skills, both written and oral
- Demonstrated ability to exercise discretion in making decisions
- Aptitude and preference for working in a highly collaborative environment
- At least 1 year of trading experience
- Reliable and predictable availability
Why work at Jump Trading
- Culture: "A (genuinely) flat structure that keeps decisions fast and friction low." Engineers see the impact of their work in real time.
- Work Environment: Hybrid/office-based with major hubs in Chicago, New York, Austin, London, Singapore, and others. On-site presence expected for most technical roles.
- Engineering Focus: Build custom hardware, low-latency software (C++, Python, Go, Rust), and large-scale distributed systems. "You can design something on Monday and see it in production by Friday."
- Mentorship: Senior leaders still write code, test models, and trade. Interns and new grads receive direct mentorship.
- Compensation: Not disclosed, but proprietary trading firms are known for industry-leading total compensation (base + bonus).
- Perks: Not detailed, but the firm invests heavily in tools, infrastructure, and talent development.