Sydney based — relocation covered. High compensation with strong bonus.
Role and context
My client is a global trading firm and market maker with a strong track record in options. They’re a long-established player in algorithmic trading, known for combining solid tech with a practical, research-driven approach to markets. They’re looking for an Options Researcher to join their volatility trading team. This is a high-impact role focused on designing and improving systematic options strategies, building models, and uncovering inefficiencies in global derivatives markets. You’ll work closely with traders, engineers, and other quants in a fast-paced, data-driven environment.
Responsibilities
- Design and improve systematic options strategies
- Build models and analyze options pricing and volatility dynamics
- Identify inefficiencies in global derivatives markets
- Collaborate with traders, engineers, and other quants in a fast-paced setting
Qualifications
- 5+ years in market-making, prop trading, or quant research
- Deep knowledge of volatility, options pricing models, and signal development
- Experience with large datasets and applying statistical or ML techniques
Employment details
- Senior level role with mid-senior to senior experience
- Full-time employment
- Sydney, New South Wales, Australia — relocation covered