Experienced Options Trader – Singapore Office

Belvedere Trading is a leading proprietary trading firm. We are a team driven by intellectual curiosity, seeking answers that will change not only how we trade in this technological age, but also the future of the trading industry. Our traders provide liquidity to the market through market-making activities and master a diverse set of commodities, interest rates, ETFs, and equity index options. Traders partner with our technologists to engineer and optimize trading systems to stay on the cutting edge of the industry.

Role

We are seeking an Options Trader to help scale the Singapore office. In this role, you will build and operate trading strategies while helping shape the growth of Belvedere internationally. As an Options Trader, you will develop and execute trading strategies within equity and commodity products. You will leverage analytical skills, a quantitative mindset, and strong market intuition to identify opportunities and manage risk in a dynamic trading environment. Our traders work in a collaborative team environment with software engineers and quantitative researchers to ensure optimal performance.

What You'll Do

• Help build out the Singapore trading presence while managing risk and capturing trading opportunities for all of Belvedere’s core market-making desks
• Partner with developers, quants, and other traders to enhance trading tools and algorithms
• Participate in formal education on quantitative concepts to build your trading knowledge
• Constantly seek to improve strategies, processes, and tools for competitive advantage
• Gain meaningful experience in position management and automated trading systems
• Learn to make independent decisions during an active marketplace
• Research and explore new markets, trading opportunities, and strategies
• Act as company ambassador for the local industry as needed

What You'll Need

• 1+ years of experience in options trading or a related field
• Bachelor's degree or higher, preferably in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline
• Strong understanding of equity market structure, pricing, and trading dynamics
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, or SQL, with the ability to work with large datasets and develop models
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to synthesize complex data quickly
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills to thrive in a team-oriented environment

Our Core Values

• Team Belvedere: Work seamlessly with others to achieve shared goals. Foster a positive and supportive environment that brings out the best in teammates.
• Me in Team: Focus on competing and succeeding at the highest level, constantly striving for excellence.
• Own It: Actively address challenges and make decisions that drive positive results, taking ownership of both successes and failures.
• Build Rockets: Bring forward bold, creative ideas and solutions. Be open to experimentation and willing to take calculated risks.
• Passionate Discourse: Encourage and bring innovative, out-of-the-box ideas to discussions, actively contributing to team growth and progress.

Diversity & Inclusion

Women and underrepresented groups frequently apply for jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We encourage you to break that mold and apply. No candidate is perfect; all have a lot to offer. We welcome your application.

Our Stance

Belvedere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a non-discriminatory employment environment. Discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, military, and veteran status is prohibited. We strive to increase diversity and provide equal opportunity to all applicants and employees. Our culture emphasizes respect, dignity, and courtesy, in a dynamic environment that values inclusion and diversity.

Please note that Belvedere Trading does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any unsolicited resumes will become the property of Team Belvedere. No phone calls, please.

Work Details

Work Schedule: Regular and reliable attendance during business hours with the ability to be on-site prior to the start of business on occasion

Physical: Ability to remain at a desk and concentrate for long periods

Amount of Travel Required: None