Crypto Trader – Capital Allocation Role – Now Hiring (Tokyo, Japan)
About the Firm
We are a proprietary trading firm with deep roots in the markets — more than 20 years of operating experience and hundreds of traders backed. Our model is straightforward: we provide capital and structure, our traders bring discipline and skill, and profits are shared based on results.
Position Overview
We are seeking crypto traders for a capital allocation role within our proprietary trading firm. You will receive firm-backed capital to trade digital asset markets, with clearly defined risk parameters and the opportunity to increase your allocation over time based on demonstrated performance.
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Employment Type: Independent Contractor (1099)
Experience Level: 2+ years trading or managing investments
Key Responsibilities
- Trade global currency and digital asset markets with firm-allocated capital
- Monitor economic releases, monetary policy decisions, and risk-on/off market regimes
- Combine technical and fundamental analysis to identify high-probability trade setups
- Manage exposure across pairs and time horizons with disciplined risk parameters
- Review session-by-session performance and adjust trading approach based on data
- Optionally collaborate with fellow currency and crypto traders within the firm
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of active trading in options, forex, or related markets
- Strong intuition for risk and the discipline to act on it consistently
- Comfort operating in volatile or uncertain market regimes
- Coachable and motivated to improve through review and iteration
- Trading-capable workstation with stable internet connectivity
- Bonus: experience using charting tools, backtesters, or automated execution platforms
Position Details
- Independent contractor (1099) with no fixed salary and no profit cap
- Earn 60% to 90% of trading profits, with splits stepping up at each firm tier
- Trade up to $50,000 of firm capital from day one, scaling to $500,000+ over time
- Fully remote and asynchronous — align your trading hours with your edge
- Capital increases evaluated every two months based on documented results
- Additional details and tier benefits shared during interviews
Our Work Culture
We believe in empowering traders to take ownership of their performance. Our remote-first culture prioritizes results over hours logged, giving you the flexibility to trade on your schedule while maintaining the discipline and accountability that drive long-term success.
Location & Remote Work
This position is listed for candidates in the Tokyo, Japan area. While this is a fully remote role and you will work from your own location, we welcome applicants who are based in or near Tokyo. All you need is a reliable computer and internet connection to get started.
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