Systematic Trader

Crypto.com is hiring a Systematic Trader. It pays $120k-$200k a year and Level rates it ; you can apply on Crypto.com.

Level's read on this job

On Level's scale, this role is Little AI ●○○○: aI is not part of the work.
Tools and skills the posting cites include Python, SQL and C.
Level classifies it as a senior role.
Level lists 100 other open roles at Crypto.com.

AI in this role

Develop, operate, and continuously improve systematic trading strategies across prediction, equity, and crypto markets.

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quantitative-tradingbacktestingmarket-microstructurerisk-management

The Trading team develops and operates quantitative trading strategies across prediction markets, equity markets, and crypto markets, including spot and derivatives.
We are looking for an experienced Systematic Trader to develop, operate, and continuously improve systematic strategies in fast-moving electronic markets.

Responsibilities:

Operate and manage systematic trading strategies and frameworks across prediction markets, equities, and crypto, including spot, perpetuals, futures, options, and other derivatives.
Monitor live trading, P&L, positions, risk, and execution performance.
Research, backtest, deploy, and improve systematic trading strategies.
Identify new trading opportunities across markets, products, exchanges, and venues.
Analyze strategy and execution performance, including fills, slippage, adverse selection, transaction costs, and latency.
Optimize strategy parameters, position sizing, execution, and risk controls.
Work closely with quantitative developers and researchers to implement new strategies and improve trading systems.
Participate in local trading coverage and rotating weekend coverage.

Requirements:

4+ years of experience in systematic, quantitative, electronic, proprietary, or market-making trading.
Demonstrated experience developing, operating, or improving profitable trading strategies.
Strong understanding of market microstructure, execution, and risk management.
Strong Python programming and quantitative data-analysis skills.
Experience working with large market and trading datasets; SQL experience is preferred.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to take ownership in fast-moving markets.
Master's or PhD degree in a quantitative discipline, or equivalent relevant quantitative experience.

Preferred:

Experience trading in one or more of prediction markets, equities, or crypto markets.
Experience with market making, statistical arbitrage, relative value, arbitrage, or other systematic strategies.
Experience with exchange APIs, order-book or tick-level data, automated execution, or real-time trading systems.
C++ experience is a plus.

Life @ Crypto.com Empowered to think big. Try new opportunities while working with a talented, ambitious and supportive team. Transformational and proactive working environment. Empower employees to find thoughtful and innovative solutions. Growth from within. We help to develop new skill-sets that would impact the shaping of your personal and professional growth. Work Culture. Our colleagues are some of the best in the industry; we are all here to help and support one another. One cohesive team. Engage stakeholders to achieve our ultimate goal - Cryptocurrency in every wallet. Work Flexibility Adoption. Flexi-work hour and hybrid set-up Aspire career alternatives through us - our internal mobility program offers employees a new scope. Are you ready to kickstart your future with us? Benefits Competitive salary Attractive annual leave entitlement including: birthday, work anniversary 401(k) plan with employer match Eligible for company-sponsored group health, dental, vision, and life/disability insurance Work Flexibility Adoption. Flexi-work hour and hybrid set-up Aspire career alternatives through us. Our internal mobility program can offer employees a diverse scope. Our Crypto.com benefits packages vary depending on region requirements, you can learn more from our talent acquisition team. About Crypto.com: Founded in 2016, Crypto.com serves more than 150 million customers and is the world's fastest growing global cryptocurrency platform. Our vision is simple: Cryptocurrency in Every Wallet™. Built on a foundation of security, privacy, and compliance, Crypto.com is committed to accelerating the adoption of cryptocurrency through innovation and empowering the next generation of builders, creators, and entrepreneurs to develop a fairer and more equitable digital ecosystem. Learn more at https://crypto.com. Crypto.com is an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating an environment where opportunities are presented to everyone in a fair and transparent way. Crypto.com values diversity and inclusion, seeking candidates with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills that complement and strengthen our team. Personal data provided by applicants will be used for recruitment purposes only. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

How we rate this

Systematic Trader at Crypto.com rates 0 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.

Classification

Little AI. AI is not part of the work.

●●●● Builds AI80 to 100
●●●○ Works on AI60 to 79
●●○○ Uses AI40 to 59
●○○○ Little AI0 to 39

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Key facts

Systematic Trader is an open job at Crypto.com.
Level rates this role AI Level 1 of 4: Little AI.
The listed salary is $120k-$200k a year.
The role is based in United States.
The job was posted on October 5, 2026.
Seniority: senior.
Applications are handled by Crypto.com. Apply on Crypto.com

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Quantitative TradingBacktestingMarket MicrostructureRisk ManagementPythonSQLC

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