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Full-Time

Head of OTC Trading

Global

Posted on 2/8/2024

BitGo

BitGo

201-500 employees

Custodial and security services for digital assets

Crypto & Web3
Financial Services

Compensation Overview

$225k - $275kAnnually

+ Equity + Annual Performance Bonus

Senior

New York, NY, USA

Global position with flexibility in terms of geography.

Category
Quantitative Analysis
Quantitative Trading
Quantitative Finance
Requirements
  • 3+ years of experience in digital asset trading
  • 5+ years of general trading experience
  • Deep financial markets expertise and digital asset market structure knowledge
  • Comfortable managing position and counterparty risk in a fast-paced trading environment
  • Leadership experience in managing a team or desk
  • Enthusiasm for the digital asset industry and curiosity of new concepts
  • Agility and appetite for learning new products/technology
Responsibilities
  • Develop and build out core OTC trading mandate with senior management
  • Oversee risk and p&l of the entire OTC trading desk
  • Own overall execution, trading risk, and position management
  • Drive evolution of operational fund flows and settlement processes
  • Build and own client relationships
  • Work with other teams to create comprehensive value for BitGo and its clients
  • Collaborate with legal/compliance on creating new business lines and adding new assets

BitGo provides secure and efficient solutions for institutional clients in the digital currency market, focusing on cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin. The company offers custodial services to securely store digital assets, multi-signature wallets that require multiple approvals for transactions, and APIs that allow clients to integrate these services into their platforms. Additionally, BitGo provides staking services, enabling clients to earn rewards by validating transactions on blockchain networks. Unlike many competitors, BitGo emphasizes compliance with regulatory requirements, such as the FATF Travel Rule, ensuring that clients can navigate the complexities of the digital currency market safely. The goal of BitGo is to support institutional investors by offering reliable and compliant services that enhance security and efficiency in managing digital assets.

Company Stage

Series C

Total Funding

$187.9M

Headquarters

Palo Alto, California

Founded

2013

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

30%

1 year growth

46%

2 year growth

29%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • BitGo's recent $100M Series C funding and $1.75B valuation highlight strong financial backing and growth potential.
  • The launch of BitGo Ventures and the Ecosystem Fund demonstrates a commitment to fostering innovation and supporting emerging blockchain projects.
  • Expansion into Europe with regulated custody services and new product offerings like staking and real-time settlement positions BitGo for significant market growth.

What critics are saying

  • The rapidly evolving regulatory landscape for digital assets could pose compliance challenges and impact BitGo's operations.
  • Intense competition from other digital asset custodians and financial institutions may pressure BitGo to continuously innovate and maintain its market position.

What makes BitGo unique

  • BitGo's focus on institutional clients and robust security solutions, such as multi-signature wallets and custodial services, sets it apart from competitors who may target a broader audience.
  • The company's strategic acquisitions, like Lumina and Hedge, have enhanced its platform, providing a more comprehensive suite of services than many competitors.
  • BitGo's compliance with regulatory requirements, such as the FATF Travel Rule, ensures that it meets the stringent needs of institutional investors, unlike some less regulated competitors.

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Benefits

Company-paid medical, dental, and vision plans

Catered lunches, fresh snacks, and gourmet coffee

Commuting made easy with company-paid Caltrain passes

Competitive compensation, stock options, and 401k plan

Computer equipment and workplace furniture

Flexible vacation time

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