Role Overview
Polymarket is hiring a Senior Risk Manager. This is a full-time remote role, with the team based in Remote. Part of Polymarket's Trading hiring, posted 3 weeks ago. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
Salary Context
Salary is not disclosed in this posting. Market median for Senior-level Trading roles is $150k-$225k (based on 19 comparable listings). Many employers share specifics during the interview process or after an initial screen.
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Job description
ABOUT POLYMARKET
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. Built as a peer-to-peer marketplace with no centralized "house," Polymarket aggregates diverse opinions into transparent, market-based probabilities that reflect collective expectations about the future.
We're growing fast, both in terms of volume ($21B traded in 2025) and adoption as an alternative news source. Our ambition is to become a ubiquitous beacon of truth in global media and we need your help adding fuel to the fire.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Polymarket is launching perpetual futures and we're looking for a Senior Risk Manager to own all things risk on the exchange. This role sits at the intersection of trading and risk management: you'll build the frameworks that define how the exchange operates, design the systems for monitoring exposure, and establish the protocols for managing liquidations and counterparty risk.
This is not a passive monitoring role. You'll need strong trading instincts, deep knowledge of how derivatives exchanges work under the hood, and the ability to act decisively when the market moves against the platform.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Build the risk framework. Define and own the parameters that will govern how the exchange operates: max open interest, position size limits, leverage tiers, and margin requirements across account types.
- Design liquidation and insurance fund protocols. Establish the processes and infrastructure for managing liquidations and offloading risk through hedging or counterparty relationships when needed.
- Build risk monitoring infrastructure. Design the systems and tooling that will give the team continuous visibility into account health, exposure concentration, and exchange solvency.
- Establish operating protocols. Define the playbooks for how the team responds to stressed market conditions, large position buildups, and potential exchange dislocations.
- Build your own tooling. Use Python, SQL, or whatever you need to build internal tools for evaluating risk and staying ahead of developing exposures.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- Deep trading experience with a background at a trading firm or exchange
- Hands-on experience managing liquidations and navigating crisis moments in live markets
- Strong grasp of how the major crypto exchanges operate
- In-depth knowledge of margin mechanics, funding rates, index price, and mark price across crypto derivatives exchanges
- Ability to act quickly and decisively under pressure with real money on the line
- Strong counterparty relationships and comfort working with trading firms to offload risk
- (Plus) Proficiency in Python, SQL, or other data analysis tools for building risk monitoring infrastructure
BENEFITS
- Competitive salary & equity
- Unlimited PTO
- Full Health, Vision, & Dental coverage
- 401k match
- Hardware setup: new MacBook Pro, big display, & accessories
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Senior Risk Manager position at Polymarket?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Polymarket. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Is the Senior Risk Manager role at Polymarket remote?
Yes. This is a remote role. The team is based in Remote, but the position itself does not require relocating to that office.
What does a Senior Risk Manager at Polymarket earn?
Polymarket has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Senior Risk Manager role at Polymarket posted?
This role was posted on June 16, 2026 (24 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
How much experience does the Senior Risk Manager role at Polymarket require?
This is a senior-level position. Most senior roles call for 5+ years of directly relevant experience. Polymarket lists their specific requirements in the description below, so review the must-have qualifications closely before applying.
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