Summary

We are seeking a Head of Front-Office Technology & Applications to lead a team responsible for the stability and performance of our trading systems and data platforms. This is a key role, acting as the primary point of contact for traders, ensuring issues are identified and resolved proactively. You will work closely with both trading and technology teams to improve system reliability, optimize performance, and enhance overall efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

1. Own and manage the trading applications and data platforms, ensuring reliability, performance, and scalability.
2. Be the key contact for traders, working closely to understand pain points and proactively resolve system issues.
3. Diagnose and troubleshoot technical problems within the trading stack, escalating to engineering teams where needed.
4. Lead and mentor team members responsible for supporting, maintaining, and enhancing trading systems.
5. Collaborate across tech teams, ensuring smooth integration between trading engines, order management system, and data platforms.
6. Drive automation and process improvement, reducing downtime and optimizing workflows.
7. Ensure robust monitoring and alerting, providing traders with real-time insights into system health.
8. Partner with business stakeholders to translate trading requirements into effective technology solutions.
9. Continuously improve system performance, proactively identifying bottlenecks and inefficiencies.

What We’re Looking For

1. Strong technical background in trading systems, ideally within a crypto or high-frequency trading environment.
2. Deep understanding of trading applications, market connectivity, and real-time data flows.
3. Experience with trading system architecture
4. Proven leadership experience, managing teams in a fast-paced trading environment.
5. Ability to diagnose and resolve issues quickly, with a proactive, business-focused approach.
6. Strong communication skills, able to bridge the gap between traders and technology teams.
7. Familiarity with market data, order management systems, and risk controls is highly desirable.

What we offer: 

1. A collaborative and transparent company culture founded on Integrity, Innovation and Performance. 
2. Competitive Salary with two discretionary bonus’ payments a year.
3. Benefits such as Healthcare, Dental, Vision, Retirement Planning, 30 days holiday and free lunches when in the office. 
4. Hybrid working pattern in all of our offices from London, New York, Singapore, Zug and Malaga.
5. Regular Town Halls and offsites, team lunches and drinks. 
6. A Corporate and Social Responsibility program as well as charity fundraising matching and volunteer days.   
7. Immigration and relocation support where required.

Skills

• Communications Skills
• Cryptocurrency
• Leadership
• Team Collaboration