Job Title : Vice President - Trading
Location : Gurgaon
About Us :
39k Group is India's largest crypto trading firm, running high- frequency strategies across centralized and OTC venues globally. We combine deep market knowledge with low- latency infrastructure to provide continuous liquidity in digital assets - 24 / 7, around the world.
Role Overview :
We are seeking a Vice President - Trading who combines deep expertise in financial markets and trading technology with top- tier management and leadership skills. This is a high- visibility role where you will be directly responsible for driving the firm's trading performance, leading cross- functional initiatives, and mentoring a team of world- class professionals. The ideal candidate is both hands- on in trading / market systems and strategic in leadership, capable of scaling business opportunities in a fast- moving global market.
What You'll Do :
- Strategy & Execution : Design, develop, and optimize trading strategies and execution systems across global crypto markets.
- Leadership : Lead and grow a high- performing team of traders, engineers, and analysts, ensuring clear goals, ownership, and execution.
- Cross- Functional Impact : Work closely with technology, product, and risk management teams to deliver scalable and innovative solutions.
- Market Intelligence : Stay ahead of evolving market structures, regulatory changes, and new asset classes to identify opportunities and risks.
- Mentorship & Culture : Guide team members in both technical and business problem- solving while fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and high performance.
- Business Growth : Partner with senior leadership to expand trading products, venues, and geographies, ensuring sustainable long- term growth.
Who Are You : Must Have :
5+ years of experience in financial markets at a bank, asset management firm, or Tier I HFT / trading firm.Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or demonstrable software development- heavy background.Master's in Management (MBA or equivalent) from a Tier I institution (e.g., Top IIMs, ISB, or global equivalent).Deep understanding of market microstructure, trading workflows, and execution systems.Strong programming expertise in Python, C++, Rust, or equivalent high- performance languages.Proven record of building or optimizing trading strategies and driving measurable business impact.Exceptional analytical, quantitative, and leadership skills, with the ability to operate in high- pressure, fast- paced environments.Good to Have :
Exposure to crypto or digital assets markets.Prior experience leading large- scale trading or technology teams.Knowledge of global regulatory frameworks and risk management practices.Why Join Us?
Opportunity to work at the forefront of global markets and crypto trading.High- impact role with significant autonomy and ownership.Collaborative team culture with top talent from finance, technology, and academia.(ref : iimjobs.com)