# Trade Surveillance Analyst

**Company:** [Polymarket](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/polymarket)
**Location:** New York, NY
**Role:** Other
**Experience:** 0+ years
**Skills:** trade surveillance, SQL, Python, Excel, cftc regulations, dcm core principles, order book analysis, futures markets, options markets, market manipulation detection, nasdaq surveillance, validus
**Posted:** 2026-06-29

> Entry-level Trade Surveillance Analyst triaging daily alerts for manipulative trading patterns (spoofing, wash trading) on Polymarket's CFTC-regulated prediction platform. Investigate using SQL/Python, document cases for regulatory compliance, and support threshold calibration and CFTC exam prep. 0-3 years experience in market regulation or compliance required.

## Job Description

## 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, including how order books function and how exchange trading mechanics work.
- Familiarity with CFTC regulations and DCM Core Principles, or a demonstrated willingness to get up to speed quickly.
- Proficiency in Excel and structured data analysis, with the ability to translate raw trading data into documented findings.
- Strong written communication skills, specifically for producing case documentation that holds up to regulatory scrutiny.
- Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and make sound judgment calls under time pressure.

## Nice-to-Haves
- 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.

## Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive salary & equity
- Full Health, Vision, & Dental coverage
- 401k match
- Hardware setup: new MacBook Pro, big display, & accessories

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