Senior Product Manager - Algorithmic Trading
Kraken Digital Asset ExchangeUnited States
Posted March 16, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Kraken is a mission-focused company rooted in crypto values, committed to accelerating the global adoption of crypto, and dedicated to industry-leading security, crypto education, and world-class client support.
Job Description
Join Kraken as a Senior Product Manager to build the future of crypto by leading the development of the Algorithmic Execution & Strategy Engine, driving institutional and pro-trading growth, and designing execution algorithms and strategy construction interfaces.
Requirements
- 5+ years of product management experience in electronic trading or algorithmic trading environments
- Deep domain knowledge of execution algorithms: TWAP, VWAP, Implementation Shortfall, Percentage of Volume (POV), and smart order routing logic
- Strong understanding of market microstructure: order book dynamics, venue selection, lit vs. dark execution, latency arbitrage, and market impact modelling
- Quantitative confidence: fluent in TCA methodology, slippage analysis, fill rate analysis, and execution quality benchmarking
- Proven track record of shipping high-quality execution or trading infrastructure products
- Experience working with institutional or professional trader segments
- Strong grasp of regulatory requirements governing electronic and algorithmic trading (MiFID II / RTS6, CFTC, or equivalent)
- Exceptional communication skills
Benefits
- Comprehensive health insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Flexible Work Arrangements