Mako
At Mako, we believe in the power of collaboration to drive innovation in pursuit of our collective ambition; excellence in trading. Our diverse community is connected through a commitment to being the best we can be with the highest standards of integrity.
About the Role:
We are seeking a highly motivated and analytical Options Trader to join our market-making team in Singapore, with a focus on Index and Stock Options in the Indian market. You will be responsible for managing a proprietary trading book, generating actionable insights, and using quantitative tools to drive results.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and optimise a proprietary trading book focused on Indian Index and Stock Options.
- Generate and implement trading ideas using both intuition and data-driven research.
- Analyse historical trading performance to improve strategies and execution.
- Monitor and manage risk exposures in real-time.
- Use quantitative tools to build hypotheses, design experiments, and backtest strategies.
Preferred Qualifications & Experience
- 2+ years of systematic trading experience in options (Indian or other liquid Asian market is a plus)
- Experience of successfully designing and implementing trading strategies through quantitative research and market observation
- Bachelor’s or higher degree in a STEM discipline (e.g., Mathematics, Engineering, Physics, Computer Science).
- Proficiency in Python and/or C++.
- Strong quantitative and analytical skills; ability to interpret large datasets.
- Experience in mathematical/statistical modeling using a range of techniques.
- Self-starter capable of conducting independent research and driving projects.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Passion for solving complex problems and delivering measurable results.
Not Sure You Meet Every Requirement?
That’s okay. If you’re a driven, curious problem-solver who’s excited by this opportunity, we encourage you to apply. We’re building a well-rounded trading operation and are open to diverse profiles that add value to our Indian options strategy.
We are Mako
At Mako, we are welcoming, inclusive and collaborative. We work fast and smart in a supportive and dress-down environment that allows colleagues to be themselves and achieve great things. We uphold the principles of a flat structure that offers unrivalled engagement with senior leadership and career development opportunities. We have a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Flexible leave and hybrid working policies
- Private health and dental insurance
- Employee wellbeing guidance and support
- Opportunity become involved in the rewarding work of the Mako foundation
About Mako
Mako is a leading options market maker with a global trading footprint. It has been at the forefront of options market making since 1999, from the open outcry trading pits to screen trading and automated algorithmic execution strategies that are driving the future of the industry.
From offices in London, Dublin, Amsterdam, Singapore, Sydney, Brisbane and Chengdu, Mako offers the best-in-class liquidity solutions across Equities, Fixed Income, Commodities and FX derivatives markets and prides itself in its entrepreneurial, collaborative and philanthropic culture.
If you require any reasonable adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process, please email hr@mako.com and we will arrange this.
For further information on the Mako Group please refer to our website: www.mako.com.
Mako does not accept unsolicited CVs or candidate details from recruiters or search firms and will not pay any fees to such firms without a signed agreement.
To apply for this job please visit www.mako.com.
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