October 4, 2024

Crypto Finance AG

Zürich

OTHER

Platform Manager - Trading

The Crypto Finance Group consists of a FINMA-regulated financial institution and a Ba Fin-regulated subsidiary in Germany. As part of Deutsche Börse Group, Crypto Finance AG provides professional digital asset solutions to institutional clients. This includes a FINMA-approved securities offering with 24/7 brokerage services, as well as custody, staking, infrastructure, and tokenisation solutions. Headquartered in Switzerland, the Crypto Finance Group's German subsidiary has secured four Ba Fin licenses to provide brokerage and custody services.
For further information, please visit: https://www.crypto-finance.com
We are looking for a skilled and highly motivated Trading Platform Manager to oversee the operation, support, and continuous improvement of our trading platform, ensuring seamless execution and a top-tier experience for our institutional clients. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience working in banking, brokerage or fintech industry. Experience in working with systems dealing with Crypto or FX spot and derivatives products is highly desired.
The starting date is as soon as possible in our office in the Prime Tower in Zurich.
Responsibilities

Platform Operations: Oversee the day-to-day operations of the trading platform, ensuring high availability, stability, and performance
Production Issue Management: Monitor and resolve production issues, ensuring minimal disruption to trading activities
Client Support and Integration: Work with institutional clients to support platform integration, troubleshoot issues, and provide technical assistance. Ensure each client passes the conformance testing certification before going live to production
System Configuration: Configure and maintain platform settings based on business and client requirements
Ticket and Backlog Management: Open, track, and manage tickets for both production issues and platform improvements, while maintaining and prioritizing the backlog
Platform Optimization: Continuously evaluate platform performance and ensure implementation of improvements to enhance reliability, speed, and scalability
Project Management Support: Assist in managing ongoing product initiatives, acting as a deputy for the Product Manager when needed, and ensuring that platform upgrades are delivered on time
Stakeholder Communication: Collaborate with internal teams (engineering, trading, operations,) external clients and vendor partners to ensure the platform meets business needs and resolves issues promptly
Security and Compliance: Ensure that the platform adheres to all relevant security, regulatory, and compliance requirements

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience in managing trading platforms or similar systems
Strong understanding of trading technologies, including order management systems, market data, and execution tools
Experience with production issue resolution and system configuration
Familiarity with ticketing systems and backlog management
Ability to support clients with technical integrations and troubleshooting
Experience in trading cryptocurrencies is a plus
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

Join an international, fast-paced blockchain and fintech team with experienced industry leaders
Work at the forefront of an inspiring, dynamic new sector in B2B finance with digital assets
Be part of our friendly, knowledge-sharing, entrepreneurial culture, and flat hierarchy
Work in a role that lets you learn, and gives you responsibility and independence
The chance to be part of a movement shaping the future of our world’s financial system
Become part of a learning environment where you can dive deep into the latest trading & settlement topics and make a direct impact
Participate in weekly company meetings, bi-weekly Knowledge Pooling sessions, and amazing team events
A central working place in Zurich, with a modern infrastructure

Culture
At the heart of our company, we prioritise:

Innovation and Continuous Learning
Collaboration and Knowledge Sharing
Entrepreneurial Spirit and Flat Hierarchies

If you are interested in applying for this position or have any questions, please submit your resume and cover letter. Thank you for considering our company for your next career move!

Please note

We do not accept CVs from recruiting or staffing agencies
Due to Swiss labour legislation, we can only accept applicants who have the right to work in Switzerland (are in possession of a Swiss work permit or are EU/EFTA citizens). All other applications will not be considered.