🚀Are you ready to take the next step in your trading career and explore the fast-paced world of crypto markets? Apply now!
Who we are
WEBB Traders is a fast-growing, global proprietary trading company, driven by data and technology. We act as a market maker, using our own capital to trade on global stock and derivatives exchanges. By leveraging a large network of interdealer brokers and the latest advancements in electronic trading technology, we add liquidity to the financial markets specialized in cash equity and derivatives.
Since our very first trade in 2009, WEBB’s headquarters have been based in Amsterdam, nowadays supported by a strong presence in Paris. With our 70 employees of over 25 different nationalities, we are united in our great ambition to grow WEBB into a global leader in arbitrage and liquidity.
Join us to accelerate your career in the unique trading culture of openness, community and boundary-free entrepreneurship!
The role
WEBB Traders is looking for a Crypto Quantitative Trader who thrives in a collaborative environment and is eager to build, test, and refine cutting-edge trading strategies in the rapidly evolving crypto space - while also diving deep to gain insights into what it means to connect to crypto exchanges, how competitive the landscape is, and which strategies are likely to succeed.
What you'll do
Develop- and execute data-driven strategies in financial markets
Contribute to all aspects of the trading desk activities, including: position reconciliation, risk management tasks, and post trade analysis
Work closely together with other Trading Teams, IT Development and the Risk department
Continue building towards a more automated and data-driven trading environment and make it scalable and future proof
Report key results of the team to the management board
Effectively and critically challenging others when necessary
What you bring to WEBB
Quantitative expertise: Minimum of 5 years of experience with Quantitative Trading and demonstrable ability to build profitable quantitative strategies with a long term Sharpe Ratio of 3+
Educational background: Strong mathematical background like Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Finance or Computer Science
Technical mastery: Experience with Python and/or other languages, such as C++
Creative problem-solver: Very creative and able to come up with new trading ideas and translate patterns into quantifiable trading models
Leadership and drive: A driven, innovative, and enterprising team player with strong leadership skills, capable of managing projects end-to-end, coordinating effectively with other teams and ensuring seamless execution
Analytical mindset: A strong analytical thinker, risk tolerant, stress resistant and up-to-date with latest development
Language skills: You communicate effectively and clearly in English, both written and spoken
What we offer
Challenge yourself. Be part of the dynamic work environment and grow along with us
Develop yourself. Join internal and external learning & development opportunities to enhance your personal and professional growth
Treat yourself. Enjoy subsidized healthy and delicious meals delivered by Alma Sustainable Catering
Stay fit. Sports facility access via ClassPass
Keep the spirit up. Fun activities with your teammates on a regular basis and Friday drinks too
Team up. A great office vibe in the heart of Amsterdam
It’s on us. Travel costs reimbursement or a Swap-bike
And finally… A competitive reward package including benefits and bonus scheme
Application process
Apply online - Submit your application (in English) through our WEBBsite. We’re excited to hear from you!
Get to know us - Have an online interview with a Senior Quant Trader to align on expectations and see if we’re a match
Show your skills - Present a compelling business case
Dive deeper - Join a technical interview with the team to discuss your technical skills
Meet us in person - Visit our office for the final round with our Head of Trading, and stick around for a drink to get a real feel for our team
Welcome aboard! - Receive our offer and get ready to start your journey at WEBB!
Skills Required
- Minimum of 5 years of experience with Quantitative Trading
- Demonstrable ability to build profitable quantitative strategies with a Sharpe Ratio of 3+
- Strong mathematical background like Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Finance or Computer Science
- Experience with Python and/or C++
- Strong leadership skills capable of managing projects end-to-end
- Effective communication skills in English
What We Do
WEBB Traders is a fast-growing, global proprietary trading company, driven by data and technology. It acts as a market maker, using its own capital to trade on global stock and derivatives exchanges.
