Associate, Volatility and Options Strategist

We are a diverse team of free thinkers, and fast movers united to help investors and creators energize the global economy. We are looking for individuals who thrive in a culture of builders and overachievers and embrace high performance, transparent feedback, and a mission-first approach. Our culture shapes our way of working and gets us where we want to be.

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You are a volatility and options professional with a strong interest in derivatives markets and a desire to develop your trading and analytical skills. You have a solid foundation in quantitative concepts and are eager to apply them in real-world market environments. You thrive in fast-paced settings where curiosity, attention to detail, and disciplined thinking are valued. You are interested in both traditional equity options and emerging crypto derivatives markets, and you are motivated to learn by tackling complex problems related to market structure and volatility.

• →Assist with volatility and options research and trading initiatives focused on alpha generation and risk mitigation across equity and crypto markets
• →Analyze, price, and trade options and volatility products across spot, futures, and options markets
• →Identify and capitalize on cross-market dislocations between spot, futures, and options across asset classes
• →Design, structure, and manage complex options strategies, including hedging and volatility positioning
• →Partner closely with trading, risk, and technology teams to implement and scale strategies
• →Monitor volatility surfaces, Greeks, and market microstructure to inform real-time trading decisions
• →Contribute to the evolution of Galaxy’s derivatives and volatility capabilities as markets and products mature

• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in options trading, volatility research, or derivatives strategy
• Demonstrated ability to generate alpha through active options and volatility trading
• Deep understanding of options theory, including Greeks, volatility surfaces, hedging dynamics, and market microstructure
• Experience trading or structuring strategies in equity options markets
• Exposure to crypto derivatives, including options and futures
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate theory into executable trading strategies
• Ability to operate in fast-moving, high-performance trading environments

• Experience designing systematic or semi-systematic options or volatility strategies
• Familiarity with DeFi derivatives, structured crypto products, or crypto-native volatility instruments
• Experience working across both regulated financial markets and emerging digital asset venues