Summary

We are looking for a dedicated, technically experienced Product Manager to drive our Options Business Unit systems development, focusing on user- and business-centric discovery, validation, and continuous improvement of service delivery management.

Keyrock Product Managers are responsible for developing valuable and viable systems (& implicit services) that consider the voices of

1. Business & Commercial teams,
2. Trading & Research teams,
3. And Engineering teams.

In this way, a level of ‘trilingual’ competency is required for the role.

The role will report to the acting Head of Product for Options HFT.

Job description

1. In this role, you will lead the discovery, definition, and support the delivery of initiatives by validating ideas through user feedback and data-driven insights.
2. A Keyrock Product Manager understands the difference between Product and Project mindsets and encourages the adoption of a Product-centric view amongst the development teams.
3. Work with data-analysts and the QA Manager to ensure measurement of trading impact and verification of business logic, whilst minimizing regressions.
4. Produce metrics around the delivery of development operations, demonstrating quality and efficiency in the development operation, in alignment with Keyrock’s delivery approach.

Background and experience

1. 7+ years experience working in an HFT options trading firm
2. Expert understanding of the software requirements and user needs of an HFT options system
3. Strong grasp of options theory and trading concepts
4. Strong understanding of the business needs of an options trading desk
5. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Economics, Business, or a related field;
6. 3+ years of experience in product management roles, with a proven track record of delivering successful products in the fintech, cryptocurrency, or related sectors.
7. Experience working with cross-functional teams in an Agile development environment.

Competences and personality

1. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate effectively at all levels of the organization.
2. Analytical mindset with the ability to leverage data and metrics to drive decision-making.
3. Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate teams and foster a collaborative working environment.
4. Understanding of decentralized finance (DeFi) and blockchain concepts.

Familiarity and experience with trading back office, security or similar is a plus

Our recruitment philosophy

We value self-awareness in our recruitment process. We seek people who understand themselves and their career goals. We're after those with the right skills and a conscious choice to join our field. The perfect fit? A crypto enthusiast who’s driven, collaborative, and delivers solid, scalable outcomes.

Skills

• Cryptocurrency
• Leadership
• Product Management
• Software Engineering
• Team Collaboration