Quant Risk Analyst, Derivatives (US Timezone)

1 month ago
Full-time
Mid Level
Data Science and Analytics
Binance

Binance

Binance operates as a leading blockchain ecosystem and digital asset exchange, integrating digital technology with financial services to facilitate the trading and management of cryptocurrencies.

Capital Markets
5K-10K
Founded 2017
$10M raised

Description

  • Monitor derivatives and margin markets in real time, identify unusual trading patterns, and prevent manipulative trades and liquidation-related risks.
  • Develop and enhance risk models, alerts, monitoring tools, and dashboards to improve detection capabilities.
  • Conduct daily reviews and perform root cause analysis of incidents and market events.
  • Prepare timely, accurate risk reports and communicate findings to relevant teams and stakeholders.
  • Explore and implement AI and automation solutions to improve trading risk monitoring and response.
  • Proactively share updates on market developments and demonstrate expertise in market dynamics.
  • Implement and maintain risk policies and procedures aligned with organizational strategy and evolving market conditions.
  • Serve as first line of defense during high volatility periods and liquidation events, coordinating responses as needed.

Requirements

  • Passion for and knowledge of cryptocurrency derivatives (DeFi knowledge is a plus).
  • Ability to work shifts, 5 days per week, including some weekends; work hours aligned to US timezone.
  • Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Mathematics, Quantitative Finance, Financial Engineering, or a related field.
  • Familiarity with developing or using risk models, alerts, monitoring tools, or dashboards (experience with AI/automation is a plus).
  • Comfort working remotely across listed locations (US/Brazil/Chile/Mexico/Colombia/Argentina).
  • Curiosity and proactive approach to market monitoring and incident investigation.
  • Excellent communication skills for preparing and sharing risk reports and updates.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and company benefits.
  • Work-from-home arrangement (may vary by team and role).
  • Opportunities for career growth, continuous learning, and working on fast-paced projects with autonomy.
  • Collaborate with global, cross-functional teams in a flat organizational structure.

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