Role in brief
Eqvilent is hiring a Trading Operations Specialist to support their algorithmic trading activities. This role involves monitoring trading systems, executing operational checks, and escalating issues to ensure smooth and reliable operations. Candidates with a background in trading operations and a strong understanding of financial markets, who can work in a shift-based schedule, should consider applying.
About the role
This role focuses on maintaining the integrity and performance of algorithmic trading systems. The specialist will perform critical pre- and post-session checks, continuously monitor trading activities for anomalies, and ensure prompt escalation of any deviations. This involves a structured approach to procedures while also seeking opportunities for process improvement.
The position requires working within a shift-based schedule to cover European trading hours, ensuring consistent market coverage. Success in this role means contributing to better anomaly detection, faster incident response, and more effective communication across teams. Accurate record-keeping for audit and learning purposes is also a key part of the responsibilities.
The team operates in a regulated European market environment under a MiFID license, utilizing advanced hardware and technology. This is an opportunity to work alongside an international group of professionals, contributing to the operational stability of complex trading systems from anywhere in the world.
The annual salary for this position ranges from $51,750 to $86,250.
Who this role suits
- A person who thrives on precision and has a meticulous eye for detail.
- Someone who remains composed and effective when facing high-pressure situations.
- An individual who can adhere to established protocols while also identifying areas for enhancement.
- A clear and effective communicator, especially when needing to escalate issues to diverse teams.
From the employer
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Capacity planning
- Execute pre- and post-session checks to confirm system readiness and close out procedures
- Monitor intrasession invariants (positions, connectivity, latency, market data consistency, error rates) and promptly escalate deviations
- Follow escalation procedures to involve the right people at the right time when anomalies arise
- Contribute to continuous improvement of anomaly detection quality, incident reaction times, and communication efficiency
- Keep accurate operational records and logs for auditability and learning
- Work in a shift-based schedule covering European trading hours, ensuring reliable market coverage
What We Look For In You:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or related field (or equivalent practical experience)
- 3 years in trading operations, trade support, or market surveillance (experience in algo/electronic trading is a plus, but not required)
- Solid understanding of how financial markets and trading systems operate
- High attention to detail and ability to stay calm under pressure
- Comfortable following structured procedures while also spotting where they can be improved
- Clear communicator in English, able to escalate effectively and work with multidisciplinary teams
Why Should You Join Our Team?
- Work at the intersection of algorithmic trading and regulated European markets (MiFID license)
- Join an international team of highly qualified professionals
- Cutting-edge hardware and technology
- Work remotely from anywhere in the world
- Access any of our global offices anytime
- Flexible schedule
- 40 paid days off
- Competitive salary
Questions about this role
What is the remote work policy for this position?
This is a fully remote position, and candidates can work from anywhere in the world. Eqvilent also offers access to their global offices.
What level of experience is required for this role?
This is a middle-seniority role, requiring 3 years of experience in trading operations, trade support, or market surveillance.
What is the typical work schedule for this role?
The role requires working a shift-based schedule to ensure coverage of European trading hours.
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