Quant Trader

At Ripple, we’re building a world where value moves like information does today. It’s big, it’s bold, and we’re already doing it. Through our crypto solutions for financial institutions, businesses, governments and developers, we are improving the global financial system and creating greater economic fairness and opportunity for more people, in more places around the world. And we get to do the best work of our career and grow our skills surrounded by colleagues who have our backs.

If you’re ready to see your impact and unlock incredible career growth opportunities, join us, and build real world value.

THE WORK:
Ripple is expanding, and we are seeking a dynamic and versatile Quant Trader for our Singapore office. This role is pivotal for a proactive, innovative individual who excels in a determined environment. Your primary focus will be on a broad range of digital assets and FX markets, with trading and trading technology as your core areas of responsibility.

We’re looking for an inquisitive and adaptable professional who is looking for a high-impact role with a rapidly growing company at the intersection of finance and technology.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

- Help execute the team’s strategy around liquidity by supporting the design and architecture specifications or the trading platform, and coordinating the effort of the trading team and a global engineering group
- Design and own robust processes to ensure operational efficiency and security, and eventually improve profitability
- Coordinate analysis and present novel ideas to cross-functional teams, and leadership
- Help build robust analytics and craft clear, data-driven visualizations and presentations to help with market performance assessments for a variety of audiences, including Ripple’s external partners, customers, and our own senior leadership
- Work with internal teams in supporting the broader company’s efforts
- Support trading operations and technology initiatives, ensuring seamless execution and optimization.
- Engage in market analysis and research to identify trends and opportunities in digital assets and FX trading.
- Assist in managing relationships with market makers, liquidity providers, and other key market participants.
- Provide insights and analysis to enhance trading strategies and market understanding.
- Participate in the creation and optimization of risk management tools and methodologies.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, or a related analytical field. Advanced degrees are a plus.
- 6+ years of experience in trading, finance, or related fields, with a focus on digital assets and FX.
- Strong proficiency in Python/NumPy/Pandas or similar technology stacks is a must. Solid SDLC practice would be an advantage.
- Demonstrated knowledge of electronic trading in digital assets and/or FX markets.
- Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and partners.
- Passion for blockchain, fintech, markets, and technological innovation in trading. Web3-curious need not apply
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with attention to detail. Strategy consulting experience will be considered favorably
- This position is designed for someone eager to make a meaningful impact in the fast-evolving worlds of digital assets and FX trading. If you are ready to contribute to a forward-thinking team at the forefront of finance and technology, we invite you to apply.

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WHO WE ARE:
Do Your Best Work
- The opportunity to build in a fast-paced start-up environment with experienced industry leaders
- A learning environment where you can dive deep into the latest technologies and make an impact. A professional development budget to support other modes of learning.
- Thrive in an environment where no matter what race, ethnicity, gender, origin, or culture they identify with, every employee is a respected, valued, and empowered part of the team.
- In-office collaboration for moments that matter is important to our culture, and we give managers and teams the flexibility to decide which 10+ days a month they come in.
- Bi-weekly all-company meeting - business updates and ask me anything style discussion with our Leadership Team
- We come together for moments that matter which include team offsites, team bonding activities, happy hours and more

Take Control of Your Finances
- Competitive salary, bonuses, and equity
- Competitive benefits that cover physical and mental healthcare, retirement, family forming, and family support
- Employee giving match
- Mobile phone stipend

Take Care of Yourself
- R&R days so you can rest and recharge
- Generous wellness reimbursement and weekly onsite & virtual programming
- Generous vacation policy - work with your manager to take time off when you need it
- Industry-leading parental leave policies. Family planning benefits.
- Catered lunches, fully-stocked kitchens with premium snacks/beverages, an