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Product Manager

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DRW

DRW

1,001-5,000 employees

Diversified trading firm, crypto, real estate investments

Venture Capital

Mid

London, UK

Category
Product Management
Product
Required Skills
Agile
Python
UI/UX Design
Communications
SQL
JIRA
Requirements
  • Experience as a product/project/program manager in a technical role, managing software engineers and data analysts.
  • Excellent communication skills and experience managing cross-functional teams and large sets of stakeholders.
  • Experience with agile software development projects and fast-paced, iterative delivery.
  • Experience in helping to design and implement a technology stack for data management purposes a plus.
  • Experience working in a commodity trading house or hedge fund highly preferred.
  • A passion for planning, organization and skills using technical documentation and planning tools such as Wikis and JIRA.
  • Familiarity with UI/UX design tools.
  • Familiarity with cloud computing and large-scale data warehouse implementation.
  • Familiarity with SQL database usage and design.
  • Familiarity with Python.
Responsibilities
  • Be an expert in trading and research workflows and identify ways to streamline and enhance those workflows to build best in class research and trading tools.
  • Work day-to-day with Data Engineers and Software Engineers to manage live projects, identify roadblocks and risks, and ensure the team can operate efficiently.
  • Work with the Commodities Engineering technical leads and executive management to communicate data initiatives and ensure the team is fully staffed and appropriately set up to support our product needs.
  • Constantly evaluate our tools and keep abreast of new market offerings from vendors and internal teams and ensure we have the best tools in the industry and evaluate build/partner/buy opportunities to manage our time to market and scalability.
  • Constantly evaluate our data sets and keep abreast of new market offerings from vendors and internal teams and ensure we have the best foundational data sets in the industry.
  • Run communication and education initiatives to ensure all our teams know what data sets and analytical tooling we have and how they can use them.
  • Liaise across DRW infrastructure groups such as our procurement, central engineering and data, database administration and cloud computing teams to communicate about our initiatives and ensure we have support and capacity from those teams to execute effectively.

DRW is a diversified trading firm specializing in liquidity provision across multiple asset classes, such as cryptocurrencies and real estate. The firm's commitment to carbon neutrality exemplifies its dedication to addressing global challenges effectively. With sophisticated technology and a robust risk management system, the company offers a dynamic and relevant working environment that not only contributes to global financial stability but also promotes sustainable practices.

Company Stage

M&A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Chicago, Illinois

Founded

2001

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

7%

1 year growth

7%

2 year growth

7%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Working at DRW offers exposure to cutting-edge trading technologies and innovative financial strategies.
  • The company's diversified investment approach provides employees with opportunities to work in various sectors, from trading to real estate and venture capital.
  • DRW's strong emphasis on quantitative research and data-driven decision-making fosters a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.

What critics are saying

  • The highly competitive nature of the trading industry means that DRW must constantly innovate to stay ahead.
  • Market volatility and economic downturns can significantly impact the company's trading performance and profitability.

What makes DRW unique

  • DRW's proprietary trading strategies and technology-driven approach set it apart from traditional financial firms.
  • The company's focus on quantitative research and algorithmic trading provides a competitive edge in the fast-paced financial markets.
  • DRW's diversified portfolio, including real estate and venture capital investments, distinguishes it from other trading firms that may focus solely on financial markets.

Benefits

Daily catered breakfast & lunch

Massages

Social events

Gym subsidy

Flexible work arrangements

Monthly tastings

Game room

On-site yoga classes and meditation

Employee led affinity groups

Mentor/mentee outings

Trivia nights

Educational opportunities

DRW-sponsored sports teams

Poker tournament

Private mother's suite