TradeOps Engineer at Valkyrie Trading

Chicago, Illinois, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Financial Trading, Trading OperationsIndustries

Requirements

2+ years of full-time, professional experience in a Trade Support, Operations, or similar role
Demonstrable experience interfacing with exchanges and clearing firms
Strong familiarity with exchange-traded derivatives and the trade lifecycle
Strong proficiency with both Windows and Linux operating systems, comfortable in desktop and command-line environments
Solid scripting skills (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Bash) to automate tasks and analyze data
Knowledge of order entry and market data protocols (e.g., FIX, FIXP, MDP3, BOE, ITCH)
Familiarity with data formats like JSON, XML, and Parquet
Ability to manage shifting priorities and perform under pressure
Strong communication skills with a focus on resolving uncertainty and collaborating with multiple teams
Detail-oriented with a strong focus on documentation
Ability to work on-site in our Chicago office
Ability to lift 50lbs

Responsibilities

Maintaining and monitoring the production trading environment
Responding to alerts and resolving or escalating technical issues
Deploying and configuring proprietary and 3rd party applications
Collaborating closely with traders, clearing firms, exchanges, and vendor partners to meet business objectives
Producing operations solutions by automating workflows
Supporting back-office operations like trade capture and reconciliation
Assisting with risk and compliance reporting

Skills

Python

PowerShell

Bash

Windows

Linux

FIX

FIXP

MDP3

BOE

ITCH

JSON

XML

Parquet

Valkyrie Trading

Derivatives trading using quantitative analysis

About Valkyrie Trading

Valkyrie Trading specializes in trading derivatives, which are financial contracts tied to the value of underlying assets like stocks and commodities. The company uses advanced algorithms and high-frequency trading techniques to execute trades quickly and accurately, taking advantage of small price differences in the market. Valkyrie Trading differentiates itself from competitors through its collaborative culture, where traders, quantitative analysts, and software engineers work closely together to enhance trading strategies. The goal of Valkyrie Trading is to maintain a competitive edge in the complex derivatives market by leveraging technology and data-driven insights, while also fostering a creative and growth-oriented work environment.

Chicago, IllinoisHeadquarters

2011Year Founded

VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage

Quantitative Finance, Financial ServicesIndustries

11-50Employees

Benefits

Health insurance with the choice of plans including PPO, HMO, and HSA options

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Lunch is provided every day

Gym membership discount

Risks

Competition from fintech startups using AI could erode Valkyrie's market share.

Regulatory scrutiny on high-frequency trading may lead to stricter compliance requirements.

Quantum computing advancements threaten current encryption methods, risking proprietary technology.

Differentiation

Valkyrie Trading specializes in derivatives, leveraging cutting-edge technology and quantitative analysis.

The company uses advanced algorithms and high-frequency trading for precise market execution.

Valkyrie's collaborative culture fosters innovation among traders, analysts, and engineers.

Upsides

Increased machine learning adoption enhances market prediction accuracy, boosting profitability.

DeFi platforms create new opportunities for derivatives trading, requiring liquidity providers.

Advancements in real-time data analytics enable faster, informed decisions for high-frequency trading.

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