Options Trader

About the role

Eclipse Trading is a proprietary trading firm founded in 2007, with offices in Hong Kong, Sydney, Shanghai and Chicago, trading equity derivatives, delta one, ETFs, commodity derivatives and cryptocurrency. It is looking for an Options Trader to join its growing volatility trading team in Hong Kong, where the candidate will manage and improve systematic and positional options strategies and work closely with quantitative researchers and technologists. Overseas candidates are welcome, and relocation assistance and work visa sponsorship are offered.

Key responsibilities

• Manage and execute multiple options trading strategies, systematic market making and positional strategies
• Own the risk management of the portfolio
• Monitor the market to identify trading opportunities and develop trading metrics based on proprietary research and data analysis
• Collaborate with other traders and quantitative researchers to optimise existing strategies and explore new alphas
• Work with quants, developers and support staff to improve the trading infrastructure

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics or a related field
• 2+ years of options market making experience
• Proven profitable track record and consistent trading performance in options markets
• Deep understanding of equity option markets and trading opportunities
• Ability to make decisions in a fast-paced environment and handle pressure
• Good command of spoken and written English

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of options pricing models and volatility analysis
• Prior experience in electronic trading systems
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

What we offer

• A dynamic, collaborative work environment with a flat management structure
• Mentorship and training opportunities
• Work-life balance in a multi-cultural environment
• Fully stocked kitchen for breakfast and lunch
• Benefits package with discretionary bonus