Senior Volatility and Options Strategist

Galaxy•New York, NY

20d

About The Position

Galaxy is a global leader in digital assets and data center infrastructure, delivering solutions that accelerate progress in finance and artificial intelligence. We believe that blockchain and digital asset innovation will transform how value moves through the world – and we’re building the products and services to make that future a reality. Our institutional digital assets platform spans trading, investment banking, asset management, staking, self-custody, and tokenization technology. We also invest in and operate cutting-edge data center infrastructure to power AI and high-performance computing, addressing the growing demand for scalable energy and compute in the U.S. We work at the intersection of finance and technology, helping institutions, startups, and developers navigate a digitally native economy. Led by CEO and Founder Michael Novogratz, our team blends deep crypto expertise with institutional experience and a shared commitment to shaping the future of Web3 and AI. Galaxy is headquartered in New York City, with offices across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. You are a seasoned volatility and options specialist with a proven track record of generating alpha across complex derivatives markets. You bring deep theoretical expertise paired with hands-on trading experience, and you thrive in environments where intellectual rigor, speed, and risk discipline matter. You are equally comfortable operating in traditional equity options markets and crypto-native derivatives venues, and you are motivated by solving challenging problems at the intersection of market structure, volatility, and innovation.

Requirements

Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in options trading, volatility research, or derivatives strategy
Demonstrated ability to generate alpha through active options and volatility trading
Deep understanding of options theory, including Greeks, volatility surfaces, hedging dynamics, and market microstructure
Experience trading or structuring strategies in equity options markets
Exposure to crypto derivatives, including options and futures
Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate theory into executable trading strategies
Ability to operate in fast-moving, high-performance trading environments

Nice To Haves

Experience designing systematic or semi-systematic options or volatility strategies
Familiarity with DeFi derivatives, structured crypto products, or crypto-native volatility instruments
Experience working across both regulated financial markets and emerging digital asset venues

Responsibilities

Lead volatility and options research and trading initiatives focused on alpha generation and risk mitigation across equity and crypto markets
Analyze, price, and trade options and volatility products across spot, futures, and options markets
Identify and capitalize on cross-market dislocations between spot, futures, and options across asset classes
Design, structure, and manage complex options strategies, including hedging and volatility positioning
Partner closely with trading, risk, and technology teams to implement and scale strategies
Monitor volatility surfaces, Greeks, and market microstructure to inform real-time trading decisions
Contribute to the evolution of Galaxy’s derivatives and volatility capabilities as markets and products mature

Benefits

Competitive base salary and discretionary bonus
Flexible Time Off (i.e. unlimited paid vacation days)
Company paid Holidays (11)
Company paid sick leave
Company-paid health and protective benefits for employees, partners, and other dependents
3% 401(k) company contribution
Generous paid Parental Leave
Free virtual coaching and counseling sessions through Headspace
Opportunities to learn about the Crypto industry
Free daily snacks in-office
Smart, entrepreneurial, and fun colleagues
Employee Resource Groups