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Trade Surveillance Analyst
PolymarketTrade Surveillance Analyst
Perks & benefits
Education AllowanceHealth InsuranceMedical InsuranceMobile AllowancePaid LeaveRelocation AllowanceVisa
Requirements
0-3 years experience in trade surveillance or compliance, Knowledge of futures and options markets, Familiarity with CFTC regulations, Proficiency in Excel and data analysis
Skills
SQLPython
About the role
About the Company
Polymarket is the world's largest prediction market platform. We enable individuals to express views on real-world events by trading on outcomes across politics, economics, sports, culture, and current affairs.
Responsibilities
- Triage the daily surveillance alert queue, reviewing flagged trading activity for spoofing, layering, wash trading, front-running, and other manipulative patterns
- Investigate alerts end-to-end, pulling and analyzing order book data, position information, and trade history using SQL, Python, or internal tools
- Write clear, well-documented case summaries for both routine closures and escalations to senior staff
- Maintain accurate case records and investigation files consistent with CFTC Core Principle 2 recordkeeping requirements
- Support senior analysts in reviewing and calibrating automated surveillance thresholds to reduce noise and improve signal quality
- Assist in preparing documentation, reports, and materials for CFTC examinations and regulatory audits
- Stay current on CFTC rules, DCM Core Principles, and relevant developments in exchange market structure
Requirements
- 0 to 3 years of experience in trade surveillance, market regulation, exchange operations, or financial services compliance
- Working knowledge of futures and options markets and exchange trading mechanics
- Familiarity with CFTC regulations and DCM Core Principles
- Proficiency in Excel and structured data analysis
- Strong written communication skills for regulatory documentation
- Ability to work independently and make sound judgment calls under pressure
Preferred Qualifications
- Hands-on experience with automated surveillance platforms such as Nasdaq Surveillance or Validus
- SQL or Python used in a compliance or trading context
- Prior experience in a regulated financial environment such as an exchange, FCM, or introducing broker
Benefits
- Competitive salary & equity
- Full Health, Vision, & Dental coverage
- 401k match
- Hardware setup: new MacBook Pro, big display, & accessories
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