Cryptocurrency Trader- meme / altcoin / swing / scalping-perpetual
Actively Reviewing the ApplicationsShah Equity Group
Job Description
Cryptocurrency Trader – Meme / Altcoin / Swing / scalping (evening Shift)
Location: On-Site | Hyderabad – Hitec City
Shift: 6:30 PM – 3:30 AM IST/ 2:30 PM - 10:30PM IST (Aligned with US EST/ LONDON Market Hours)
Salary: ₹3,50,000 – ₹6,00,000 per annum + Performance-Based Bonuses (Based on
Experience & Strategy Type)
Job Type: Full-Time | Mid–Senior Level
About Shah Equity
Shah Equity is a diversified global investment firm with deep roots in real estate, healthcare, and
high-frequency trading. As we expand our cryptocurrency hedge fund division, we’re building a
team of elite traders to dominate niche, high-volatility asset classes—specifically meme coins, scalping-perpetual
altcoins, and swing strategies.
Position Summary
We are hiring multiple Cryptocurrency Traders with expertise in meme coin, altcoin, and/or
swing trading strategies. You’ll work alongside a high-performing team of researchers, quants,
and engineers to execute, optimize, and scale profitable trades across digital assets.
This is a high-impact, high-autonomy role with significant upside for skilled candidates with
verifiable track records.
Key Responsibilities
● Trade Execution: Place manual or algorithmic trades across diverse digital asset
portfolios with discipline and speed.
● Market Research: Analyze price action, token fundamentals, on-chain activity, and
sentiment to identify opportunities.
● Strategy Development: Build and iterate on short, medium, or high-frequency
strategies based on your trading style (meme/alt/swing).
● Risk Management: Monitor drawdowns, slippage, exposure, and position sizing in line
with firm policies.
● Performance Reporting: Maintain and report clear records of daily, weekly, and
monthly PnL performance.
● Collaboration: Engage with fellow traders, analysts, and quants to refine
alpha-generating models and uncover edge.
Ideal Candidate Profile
● Experience:
○ 3+ years in active crypto trading.
○ Proven performance in meme coin, altcoin, or swing trading strategies.
○ PnL history required (verifiable on Excel, CoinMarketCap, trading logs, or
screenshots).
● Skills:
○ Mastery of technical analysis tools and indicators.
○ Familiarity with DeFi, centralized and decentralized exchanges.
○ Experience using trading platforms like Binance, Bybit, KuCoin, TradingView, or
Coinigy.
○ Bonus: Knowledge of bot-based trading or automation scripting.
● Education: Bachelor’s in Finance, Economics, Computer Science, or a related field
preferred (but not required if you can show results).
● Soft Skills: Disciplined mindset, high attention to detail, emotional control, and strong
decision-making ability.
● Location & Shift: On-site only (Hyderabad Hitec City), night shift aligned to U.S. market
hours.
Perks & Benefits
● Industry-leading performance bonuses with no cap.
● Hands-on mentorship from senior traders and quantitative researchers.
● Access to proprietary tools, data feeds, and internal strategies.
● Structured trading desk with growth into hedge fund analyst and portfolio manager roles.
● Team outings, international conference access, and learning stipends.
How to Apply
Submit your resume along with a brief cover letter describing your crypto trading experience. Be
sure to include:
● Your PnL history or screenshots
● What type of trading you specialize in (meme, swing, altcoin)
● Platforms and exchanges you use
● Any trading communities or channels you’re active in
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: ₹350,000.00 - ₹3,500,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Paid sick time
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Hyderabad, Telangana: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Application Question(s):
- what trading platforms have you used?
- which crypto methods are you familiar with trading? alt coin / meme coin / swing trade / scalping/perpetual
Experience:
- crypto trader: 2 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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