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About The Firm

I am speaking on behalf of my client who are a data-driven trading firm operating at the forefront of the digital asset revolution.


With a strong emphasis on research and cutting-edge technology, they specialize in providing deep liquidity and efficient pricing across global cryptocurrency markets.


Their mission is to create transparent, resilient, and scalable trading systems for the fast-evolving world of digital assets.

The Role

They are seeking a Quantitative Researcher to join their trading team and drive the development of high-performance market-making strategies in the crypto space.


You’ll work at the intersection of financial theory, statistical modeling, and high-frequency trading, contributing directly to strategy design, signal generation, and performance optimization.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and design market-making algorithms for spot and derivatives crypto markets


• Analyze order book dynamics, market microstructure, and liquidity patterns


• Develop predictive models using statistical and machine learning techniques


• Conduct backtesting and simulation of trading strategies using historical and live data


• Collaborate closely with developers and traders to integrate research into production


• Continuously monitor and refine strategies based on market conditions and performance metrics

Requirements

• Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in a quantitative field (e.g.,
  Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Computer Science)


• Strong programming skills in Python, C++, or Rust


• Experience working with large, noisy datasets in real-time or near real-time environments


• Deep understanding of market-making, execution algorithms, and crypto market microstructure


• Prior experience in a trading or quantitative research role (crypto or traditional markets)


• Ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and collaborate across teams

Nice to Have

• Experience in high-frequency trading (HFT) environments


• Familiarity with exchange APIs (e.g.,
  Binance, Deribit, Coinbase Pro, etc.)


• Knowledge of DeFi protocols and on-chain data analysis


• Prior contributions to open-source trading or data science libraries

If you think this sounds like the role for you please apply or reach out directly to Ben Adshead on LinkedIn.