OTC Trader
"About The Role"
About This Role
Anchorage Digital operates one of the most advanced digital asset platforms built specifically for institutions navigating custody, staking, governance, and trading of crypto assets. As part of our Trading Solutions team, you'll sit at the intersection of client service and market execution, directly influencing how our institutional partners access liquidity across the distributed ledger ecosystem. This is a rare opportunity to shape trading infrastructure at a federally chartered crypto bank operating at serious scale.
What You'll Be Doing
Execute hedging strategies that support institutional client flows across digital asset markets
Deliver best-in-class service to clients navigating complex crypto and DeFi positions
Manage risk exposure diligently, operating within firm-wide risk appetite and controls
Partner closely with engineering and product teams to refine trading tools and smart contract-driven workflows
Provide front-line insight to prioritize technical investments that grow market share
Stay responsive and precise during high-stakes client and market interactions across global trading hours
What We're Looking For
Proven experience trading OTC products, ideally within crypto, digital assets, or traditional capital markets
Strong grasp of blockchain-based asset classes, market microstructure, and liquidity dynamics
Exceptional attention to detail under pressure and fast-changing market conditions
Comfort operating in a high-accountability, risk-conscious environment
Clear communicator who can translate market activity into actionable client guidance
Self-starter mentality with a genuine curiosity about distributed systems and web3 innovation
Bonus Points
Familiarity with staking, governance, or settlement mechanics within crypto ecosystems
Experience working with trading technology builds or API-driven execution tools
Background in quantitative or systematic trading strategies
Exposure to institutional custody or smart contract-based financial products
Why Join Us
Competitive compensation with equity participation in a category-defining crypto company
Remote-first flexibility paired with an in-person onboarding designed to build real connection
Direct impact on how institutions access and trust decentralized finance
Continuous learning through Anchorage's Factors of Growth & Impact framework, built to accelerate your development inside and beyond the OTC trading function
Requirements
Technical Skills: Ability to expertly handle complex trades with a mindset of continuous optimization. Every basis point of execution is significant and should be measured and understood, with the goal of increasing the trading desk’s revenue while abiding by risk management guardrails. Deep crypto market microstructure expertise with ability to identify profitable price gaps while protecting our assets from market volatility and aggressive automated traders, staying one step ahead of market trends. Demonstrates expert knowledge of both electronic and voice trading, influencing technology improvements inspired by the more mature Traditional Finance market structure. Strong client-facing abilities, instilling confidence through excellent white glove service; influencing clients to increase Anchorage’s share of wallet. Traders on the desk use Python to automate manual tasks until the Engineering or Data Science teams deploy more robust solutioning. While Python expertise is not a requirement, you should be comfortable using Python code as needed, and over time develop proficiency in modifying existing code to fit the evolving needs of the desk. Complexity and Impact of Work: Perform principal trading exposure management infrastructure and processes. This includes building and optimizing the trading desk’s pricing, risk models and governing controls. Contribute to efforts of increasing automation, so that traders can focus on only the most complicated trades, project work, or client engagement. Closely follow market narratives to contribute perspectives to internal research efforts, which may be used to increase engagement with trading clients. Help to inform new products and capabilities within the trading business to meet our clients’ overall needs While on coverage, be available to immediately respond to changing exposures, client questions and requests. This includes rotations on weekends and off-hours. Organizational Knowledge: Is keenly aware of how Trading fits within the firm’s broader strategy, both as a tool and a standalone business, to provide input to the technology roadmap and implementation. Understands upstream and downstream implications of process changes, proactively voicing ideas and concerns as the business scales. This includes understanding industry trends, regulatory guidelines, and best practices related to trading and settlements. Ensures that knowledge is shared among stakeholder teams and does not position themselves or others as a single point of failure. Communication and Influence: Stay up to date with the underlying themes driving market prices and liquidity to deepen client interactions and execution strategies. Champion the perspective of the Trading Solutions team during cross-department conversations and with existing clients. Act as a mentor for more junior members of the team, empowering the team to become experts in our current processes, while collaborating to implement enhancements to the trading desk You may be a fit for this role if you have: 5+ years experience as an OTC trader in the cryptocurrency space. Demonstrated ability to convert institutional prospects into trading clients. Although not a requirement, bonus points if: You’re proud of your crypto Twitter feed and ability to uncover narratives driving crypto markets and specific coins. You enjoy using memes as a method of communication. You were emotionally moved by the soundtrack to Hamilton, which chronicles the founding of a new financial system. :)
About Anchorage Digital
Anchorage Digital is at the forefront of the blockchain industry, providing secure and regulated institutional-grade solutions for digital assets. Our mission is to build the foundational infrastructure that enables traditional finance to safely and seamlessly integrate with the rapidly evolving world of digital currencies and decentralized technologies. We empower financial institutions and enterprises to unlock new opportunities and participate confidently in the digital asset economy, driving innovation and adoption across the sector. Our New York-based team fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, and rigorous problem-solving. We believe in empowering our employees with autonomy and ownership, encouraging them to challenge the status quo and contribute to meaningful work that shapes the future of finance. We value intellectual curiosity, a commitment to security, and a collaborative spirit, creating an environment where diverse perspectives thrive and propel us forward. Joining Anchorage Digital means becoming part of a pioneering team that is defining an entirely new asset class. With 64 open positions, we offer unparalleled opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic and impact-driven environment. If you're passionate about blockchain technology, aspire to build transformative financial infrastructure, and want to contribute to a company that's making history, explore our careers page and help us secure the digital future.
Ready to Apply?
To submit your application for this position, please visit Anchorage Digital's official website and follow their application process.