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Market Operations Specialist – Options

IEX Group
Location
New York
Posted
24 days ago
Department
Market Operations
Salary
$150,000-$160,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 5+ years of market operations, trading operations, or related experience at an options market maker, exchange, broker-dealer, or electronic trading firm
  • Knowledge of U.S. options market structure, electronic trading, and trading systems
  • Comfortable working with complex data sets and using data to troubleshoot issues and inform decisions
  • Interest in developing Python and automation skills, or experience doing so already
  • High attention to detail and sound judgment in a dynamic, time-sensitive environment
  • Curious, open-minded, and quick to learn new systems, concepts, and market functionality
Nice to have
  • Python or other scripting experience, particularly using automation to eliminate manual operational work
  • Experience with Git or other version-control systems
  • Experience analyzing large trading, market, or operational data sets
  • Familiarity with options order types, order book behavior, microstructure, and exchange technology
  • Experience supporting member firms, trading connectivity, or exchange operations
What the job really is

The Market Operations Specialist at IEX will support the Options exchange by executing and improving daily operations, developing expertise in IEX systems, and analyzing trading data to resolve client issues. The role involves collaboration with various internal teams and requires a proactive approach to problem-solving in a fast-paced environment, with a focus on automation and efficiency.

Benefits
  • Starting annual base pay between $150,000-$160,000
  • Eligible for bonus and equity
Things to weigh
  • No specific mention of remote work options
  • Role involves a flexible schedule and on-call environment which may affect work-life balance
  • The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future
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