Job Description
About Keyrock
Since our beginnings in 2017, we've grown to be a leading change-maker in the digital asset space, renowned for our partnerships and innovation.
Today, we rock with over 220 team members around the world. Our diverse team hails from 42 nationalities, with backgrounds ranging from DeFi natives to PhDs. Predominantly remote, we have hubs in London, Brussels, Singapore and Paris, and host regular online and offline hangouts to keep the crew tight.
We are trading on more than 80 exchanges, and working with a wide array of asset issuers. As a well-established market maker, our distinctive expertise led us to expand rapidly. Today, our services span market making, options trading, high-frequency trading, OTC, and DeFi trading desks.
But we’re more than a service provider. We’re an initiator. We're pioneers in adopting the Rust Development language for our algorithmic trading, and champions of its use in the industry. We support the growth of Web3 startups through our Accelerator Program. We upgrade ecosystems by injecting liquidity into promising DeFi, RWA, and NFT protocols. And we push the industry's progress with our research and governance initiatives.
At Keyrock, we're not just envisioning the future of digital assets. We're actively building it.
Mission statement
What we are looking for… a Digital Assets Trader for the APAC Time zone, supporting our core Algorithmic Trading Business, primarily across our Service Market Making Business.
Job description
Design, develop, and implement systematic trading strategies to optimize market reactions, order placement, and execution efficiency
Monitor and adjust strategies based on market conditions, overseeing trading operations such as inventory levels, rebalancing, hedging, and order health while meeting client service-level agreements
Conduct post-trade analysis to ensure SLA compliance, diagnose missed depth/uptime windows, and refine strategies to improve client-facing market-making performance
Act as the point of contact with internal stakeholders (e.g. engineering, operations, risk, and commercial teams) to align on strategy deployment, trading performance, and monetization opportunities
Background and experience
2-3+ years of cryptocurrency systematic trading experience across CEXes and DEXes on a professional basis
Proven track record in quantitative or data-driven environments
Strong Python and SQL skills, including experience with backtesting frameworks or integrating strategies with exchange APIs
Familiarity with options trading is a plus
Competences and personality
Degree in a quantitative field (2.1 equivalent or above)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Fully comfortable with order books, market microstructure, and trading workflows
Able to act and make decisions under pressure
Solid understanding of digital assets, blockchain technologies, and centralized/decentralized exchange mechanics
Strong attention to detail and high ownership mentality
Adaptable team player with strong communication skills
Comfortable working flexible hours, including rotational weekend or off-hours shifts when required
Fluent in English
Our recruitment philosophy
We value self-awareness and powerful communication skills in our recruitment process. We seek fiercely passionate people who understand themselves and their career goals. We're after those with the right skills and a conscious choice to join our field. The perfect fit? A crypto enthusiast who’s driven, collaborative, acts with ownership and delivers solid, scalable outcomes.
Our offer
A competitive salary package
The freedom to create your own entrepreneurial experience by being part of a team of people in search of excellence
As an employer we are committed to building a positive and collaborative work environment. We welcome employees of all backgrounds, and hire, reward and promote entirely based on merit and performance.
Due to the nature of our business and external requirements, we perform background checks on all potential employees, passing which is a prerequisite to join Keyrock.
https://keyrock.com/careers/
Since our beginnings in 2017, we've grown to be a leading change-maker in the digital asset space, renowned for our partnerships and innovation.
Today, we rock with over 220 team members around the world. Our diverse team hails from 42 nationalities, with backgrounds ranging from DeFi natives to PhDs. Predominantly remote, we have hubs in London, Brussels, Singapore and Paris, and host regular online and offline hangouts to keep the crew tight.
We are trading on more than 80 exchanges, and working with a wide array of asset issuers. As a well-established market maker, our distinctive expertise led us to expand rapidly. Today, our services span market making, options trading, high-frequency trading, OTC, and DeFi trading desks.
But we’re more than a service provider. We’re an initiator. We're pioneers in adopting the Rust Development language for our algorithmic trading, and champions of its use in the industry. We support the growth of Web3 startups through our Accelerator Program. We upgrade ecosystems by injecting liquidity into promising DeFi, RWA, and NFT protocols. And we push the industry's progress with our research and governance initiatives.
At Keyrock, we're not just envisioning the future of digital assets. We're actively building it.
Mission statement
What we are looking for… a Digital Assets Trader for the APAC Time zone, supporting our core Algorithmic Trading Business, primarily across our Service Market Making Business.
Job description
Design, develop, and implement systematic trading strategies to optimize market reactions, order placement, and execution efficiency
Monitor and adjust strategies based on market conditions, overseeing trading operations such as inventory levels, rebalancing, hedging, and order health while meeting client service-level agreements
Conduct post-trade analysis to ensure SLA compliance, diagnose missed depth/uptime windows, and refine strategies to improve client-facing market-making performance
Act as the point of contact with internal stakeholders (e.g. engineering, operations, risk, and commercial teams) to align on strategy deployment, trading performance, and monetization opportunities
Background and experience
2-3+ years of cryptocurrency systematic trading experience across CEXes and DEXes on a professional basis
Proven track record in quantitative or data-driven environments
Strong Python and SQL skills, including experience with backtesting frameworks or integrating strategies with exchange APIs
Familiarity with options trading is a plus
Competences and personality
Degree in a quantitative field (2.1 equivalent or above)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Fully comfortable with order books, market microstructure, and trading workflows
Able to act and make decisions under pressure
Solid understanding of digital assets, blockchain technologies, and centralized/decentralized exchange mechanics
Strong attention to detail and high ownership mentality
Adaptable team player with strong communication skills
Comfortable working flexible hours, including rotational weekend or off-hours shifts when required
Fluent in English
Our recruitment philosophy
We value self-awareness and powerful communication skills in our recruitment process. We seek fiercely passionate people who understand themselves and their career goals. We're after those with the right skills and a conscious choice to join our field. The perfect fit? A crypto enthusiast who’s driven, collaborative, acts with ownership and delivers solid, scalable outcomes.
Our offer
A competitive salary package
The freedom to create your own entrepreneurial experience by being part of a team of people in search of excellence
As an employer we are committed to building a positive and collaborative work environment. We welcome employees of all backgrounds, and hire, reward and promote entirely based on merit and performance.
Due to the nature of our business and external requirements, we perform background checks on all potential employees, passing which is a prerequisite to join Keyrock.
https://keyrock.com/careers/
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Digital Assets Trader - Market Making (APAC Remote) position is now open for candidates interested in the IT Engineer & Developer Jobs sector. This role in Sydney offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in IT Engineer & Developer Jobs is a plus.
