[EU] Junior Derivatives Trader

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**About Us** Established in 2018, Bybit is one of the world’s leading cryptocurrency exchanges and digital financial platforms, serving over 80 million users across more than 200 countries and regions. Powered by world-class technology and a user-first mindset, Bybit delivers a seamless ecosystem across trading, payments, wealth management, custody, institutional services, and Web3 — connecting users to the future of digital finance. Our core values define how we build. We listen, care and improve to create products and experiences that put users first. Backed by a global team of ambitious builders, problem-solvers, and innovators, we foster a high-performance and fast-moving environment where talent is empowered to drive real impact at the global scale. Supported by 24/7 multilingual customer service and a strong commitment to innovation, we are shaping the future of finance through technology, collaboration, and bold execution. Today, Bybit is recognized as one of the most trusted and transparent platforms in the digital asset industry, continuing to expand its global presence while building the infrastructure for the next generation of financial services. **Bybit X GmbH** (Bybit X) will soon offer derivatives (financial instruments under MiFID II) 24/7/365 via the Bybit EU Platform to clients. For the purpose of offering the respective trading services, Bybit X will inject these trades into the**MT5** **trading platform** from MetaQuotes, using our own MT5 server, utilizing the **Finprime** **liquidity bridge** and an MT5 specific risk management system (**Visual Edge** from Gold-i), amongst other monitoring systems. To ensure the 24/7/365 operation of the EU Trading Desk on a shift basis, the **Trader****s** will operate the MT5 trading platform, the MT5 liquidity bridge and are able to interpret the risk measures provided by the MT5 risk management software and, if needed, liaises with the Risk Manager. # **Key Responsibilities:** - Regular reporting to the Head of Trading Desk and, if needed, escalation to the Chief Risk Officer (CRO) - Real-time risk monitoring during shift - Ongoing monitoring of the liquidity provider connectivity including failover initiation (if necessary) and performance as well as its execution quality - Exposure adjustments within pre-approved limits - Manual hedge execution in line with predefined notional thresholds - Minor spread adjustments approval, aligned with the internal policy - Handling of first-level escalations of all desk incidents - Operation of the 24/7/365 Trading Desk, including shift handover - Ongoing coordination with the Trading Desk team # **Requirements:** - Preferably with a degree in finance, economics or a comparable qualification - Product knowledge and experience with financial instruments, especially derivatives and crypto-assets - Risk management knowledge - Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both German and English - Able to work independently in a fast-paced, regulated, 24/7/365 operational environment - This position is preferably based in Austria, Vienna (but not mandatory) **Why Join Us** At Bybit, we are committed to fostering a supportive and enriching work environment. Our benefits include: - Study Growth Fund: We support your professional development and continuous learning. - Internal Events: Participate in regular team-building activities, workshops, and events designed to promote collaboration and innovation. - Global Collaboration: Be part of a diverse, international team, working alongside colleagues from around the world. - Career Advancement: Access opportunities for growth and advancement within a rapidly expanding global company. - Internal Mobility: Grow with us- Your long-term development is important to us. We offer internal job opportunities to help build your career path.