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Prediction Markets Trader/Market Maker

Anti Capital
Posted 2 months ago, valid for 5 hours
Location

New York, Queens, NY

Salary

$100,000 - $250,000 per year

Contract type

Full Time

Paid Time Off

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  • We are a prominent full-stack, high-frequency proprietary trading firm located in New York and Taipei.
  • The role involves applying mathematical and quantitative methods to evaluate financial products, with responsibilities including research on prediction markets and designing algorithmic trading strategies.
  • Candidates should possess a STEM degree from a top university and have at least 2-3 years of experience in quantitative trading, preferably with a track record of profitability on live markets.
  • The position offers a highly competitive salary ranging from $100,000 to $250,000 annually, along with additional benefits such as bonuses and relocation assistance.
  • Candidates must be on-site in NYC five days a week and should be proficient in coding languages like Rust, C++, Golang, or Python.
We are a leading full-stack, high-frequency proprietary trading firm strategically located in New York and Taipei. Our company is equipped with a proprietary, latency-sensitive trading system, state-of-the-art trading algorithms, and a highly efficient execution platform designed to optimize trading strategies across various asset classes. Moreover, we maintain comprehensive access to major exchanges worldwide, allowing us to execute complex trades efficiently and at scale. This global reach, combined with our technological expertise, positions us at the forefront of the financial trading industry.

About the Role:

In this role, you will apply mathematical and quantitative methods to evaluate financial products and markets, identify trading opportunities, and assess risks.

Responsibilities:

  • Research prediction markets, protocols, strategies, and manage a sizeable portfolio.
  • Conduct in-depth research on prediction markets.
  • Design and deploy algorithmic trading strategies to the production environment.
  • Expand the automated trading business to new products and venues, and calibrate and fine-tune performance.
  • Provide reporting on daily market sentiment, risk exposure, and P&L.
  • Conduct post-trade analysis of trading strategies and algorithm performance, implement risk mitigation measures, and take responsibility for portfolio and strategy optimization.

Who You Are:

  • STEM Degree from a top college or university.
  • Have a quantitative trading strategy that is currently and consistently profitable on live prediction markets, such as Polymarket or Kalshi (not just in simulations or back-tests).
  • Excellent Return on Capital (ROC) with a proven track record, not just back-test data.
  • Candidates with prior experience at a buy-side trading firm or hedge fund are preferred.
  • Must be able to do hands-on coding in any of the following languages: Rust, C++, Golang, or Python.

General Requirements:

  • Candidates are required to be on-site at the NYC office five days a week.
  • Candidates should expect 2–3 rounds of coding tests, each lasting 2–3 hours.
  • Excellent written and spoken English, any other languages will be a plus.

Benefits: 
  • Highly competitive salary
  • Semi-annual discretionary bonus
  • Relocation assistance if needed
  • 20 days of PTO annually
  • Unlimited sick days
  • Dedicated mentors to accelerate your growth
  • Friendly start-up working environment
  • Fully stocked kitchen
  • Team lunches and dinners
  • Breakfast catering
  • Social events
  • Gym subsidy
  • Opportunity to visit our global offices

$100,000 - $250,000 a year



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