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Head of U.S. Derivatives Trading Technology

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Market range (est.) $120k–$245k
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About this role

Join OKX as the Head of U.S. Derivatives Trading Technology, leading the design and delivery of technology connecting customers to a regulated US derivatives market.

Description

Who We Are

At OKX, we believe that the future will be reshaped by crypto, and ultimately contribute to every individual's freedom. OKX is a leading crypto exchange, and the developer of OKX Wallet, giving millions access to crypto trading and decentralized crypto applications (dApps). OKX is also a trusted brand by hundreds of large institutions seeking access to crypto markets. We are safe and reliable, backed by our Proof of Reserves. Across our multiple offices globally, we are united by our core principles: We Before Me, Do the Right Thing, and Get Things Done. These shared values drive our culture, shape our processes, and foster a friendly, rewarding, and diverse environment for every OK-er. OKX is part of OKG, a group that brings the value of Blockchain to users around the world, through our leading products OKX, OKX Wallet, OKLink and more.
Responsibilities

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Design the end-to-end US derivatives trading architecture.
  • Lead the selection of the clearing FCM, OMS and market-access providers.
  • Deep familiarity with leading OMS, risk-management, and market-data vendors in the U.S. derivatives ecosystem.
  • Decide between vendor-provided, direct-exchange and hybrid connectivity.
  • Define the long-term build-versus-buy roadmap.
  • Lead internal and vendor integrations across OMS, margin, liquidation, funding, UI, and KYC.
  • Lead exchange connectivity, certification and production readiness.
  • Define pre-trade risk, kill-switch, drop-copy and reconciliation requirements.
  • Establish 24/7 monitoring, incident response and disaster recovery.
  • Own vendor technical diligence, contracts, SLAs and delivery.
  • Recruit and lead the US trading-technology team.
Requirements

What We Look For In You

  • 10–15+ years in electronic trading or capital-markets technology.
  • Deep knowledge of listed derivatives and US futures market structure.
  • Experience with OMS, FIX, exchange connectivity, market data and pre-trade risk.
  • Prior experience working at an FCM is required.
  • Understanding of the complete execution, clearing and settlement lifecycle.
  • Track record delivering mission-critical trading platforms.
  • Ability to translate business and regulatory requirements into technical architecture.
  • Strong leadership across engineering, product, risk, compliance and operations.
Conditions & Benefits

Perks & Benefits

  • Competitive total compensation package
  • L&D programs and education subsidy for employees' growth and development
  • Various team building programs and company events
  • Wellness and meal allowances
  • Comprehensive healthcare schemes for employees and dependants
  • More that we love to tell you along the process!
Job Details
Market range (est.)$120k–$245k
LocationRemote
AI Score★★★★★★☆☆☆☆ 6/10
PostedAug 28, 2026 (10d ago)
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