Optiver is seeking an experienced Fixed Income ETF Trader to join our D1 Trading Team in Sydney, as we expand our ETF coverage to include fixed-income products. You will be part of a high-impact, collaborative team, where you’ll be responsible for establishing and running this new desk. What you'll do: Build and run the Fixed Income ETF desk, extending our existing equity-ETF presence. Quote, execute, and manage risk in fixed-income ETFs across APAC - both on-screen and OTC. Collaborate with quants, engineers, and other traders to identify and capture trading opportunities. What you'll get: You’ll join a culture of collaboration and excellence, where you’ll be surrounded by curious thinkers and creative problem solvers. Driven by a passion for continuous improvement, you’ll thrive in a supportive, high-performing environment alongside talented colleagues, working collectively to tackle some of the most complex problems in the financial markets. In return for your expertise, you will have access to a range of Optiver perks, including: A performance-based bonus structure unmatched anywhere in the industry. We combine our profits across desks, teams, and offices into a global profit pool, fostering a truly collaborative environment. The chance to work alongside diverse and intelligent peers in a rewarding environment. Training, mentorship and personal development opportunities. Daily breakfast, lunch and an in-house barista. Gym membership plus weekly in-house chair massages. Regular social events, including a company trip every two years. Guided relocation, a competitive relocation package and visa sponsorship where necessary. Who you are: 3 years trading experience in ETFs and/or Fixed Income within APAC; China Fixed Income exposure highly valued. Deep knowledge of bond-market structure and how ETFs interact with the primary market. Solid grasp of Fixed Income-ETF valuation, basket construction, liquidity sourcing and creation/redemption mechanics. Proficiency in Python (or similar) for data analysis; SQL or C++ a plus. Clear, concise communication style; ability to work closely with quants, technologists and external counterparties. Diversity statement Optiver is committed to diversity and inclusion . We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, and welcome requests for reasonable adjustments during the process. Questions? Get in touch with the recruitment team at careers@optiver.com.au.
