IMC is a global trading firm providing liquidity across cryptocurrency exchanges and DeFi protocols. This role is a Crypto Trader based in Sydney, providing APAC-hours coverage for the team in Zug while managing live trading activities including token market making, DeFi, and CeFi delta-one strategies.
What You'll Do
- Monitor live trading strategies, positions, exposures, and PnL during APAC business hours
- Manage strategy configurations, trading parameters, limits, and operational controls
- Investigate urgent trading issues, unexpected strategy behaviour, and unusual PnL movements
- Use Python and internal tools to analyse trades, execution quality, and strategy performance
- Support rollout and scaling of strategies across new tokens, venues, and protocols
- Provide handovers between Sydney and Zug teams and communicate with external parties
What You Need
- Quantitative or technical background in Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, Engineering, Finance, or related field
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency in Python for data analysis and trade investigations
- Good judgement and attention to detail when working with live trading systems
- Ability to remain calm and make decisions during time-sensitive incidents
- Strong communication skills and collaborative mindset
Nice to Have
- Experience in electronic trading, market making, trading operations, or risk management
- Familiarity with cryptocurrency markets, including spot, perpetual futures, funding, and hedging
- Exposure to DeFi protocols or automated trading systems
- Familiarity with SQL, Linux, logs, and monitoring tools
Trader (Crypto) employer: Linuxcareers
BTIG APAC is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic work culture in the heart of Sydney, offering employees the chance to thrive in a fast-paced financial services environment. With a strong emphasis on professional development and hands-on experience, team members are encouraged to grow their technical skills while providing vital support to trading operations. The collaborative atmosphere and commitment to employee well-being make BTIG APAC a rewarding place to build a career.
