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Keyrock · 2 days ago

Junior Options Trader- Americas

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry Level

2+ years exp

Keyrock is a leading digital asset market maker founded in 2017, known for its tech-first approach and a global team of over 200 members. They are seeking a Junior Options Trader to support and progressively take ownership of an options book in the crypto derivatives markets, focusing on risk management and strategy execution during Americas trading hours.

Asset ManagementBlockchainCryptocurrencyFinanceFinancial ServicesFinTech

Responsibilities

Support the management and optimization of risk across options books, with growing responsibility for positions at the desks you support

Analyze market and historical data to refine strategies, execution quality and risk frameworks

Collaborate with developers and the commercial team to improve trading tools, automation and overall desk efficiency

Contribute to documentation, post-trade analysis and process enhancements to help scale the desk globally

Qualification

Options tradingDerivatives tradingPythonRisk managementData analysisEntrepreneurial mindsetCollaboration skillsCommunication skills

Required

2-5 years of experience in derivatives, options, or systematic trading/research, ideally at a market-making, prop trading or systematic trading firm

Existing exposure to options trading and volatility (equities, FX, rates, or crypto), or a strong systematic trading background with clear motivation to specialise in options

Solid grasp of derivatives basics: greeks, implied volatility, payoff structures, and risk concepts; experience with options books or structured products is a plus

Ability to support the research, testing, and implementation of option trading models and strategies

Proficiency in Python for data analysis and prototyping (C++/Java/Rust a plus)

Entrepreneurial mindset: proactive, curious and comfortable operating in a fast-moving trading environment

Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with global teams from diverse backgrounds; fluency in English a must

Ability and willingness to provide core coverage for Americas time zones