Senior/Lead Crypto Quant Trader

This position offers an opportunity to advance your career within a specialised proprietary trading environment focused on digital assets and quantitative research.About the OrganisationThe employer is an independent proprietary trading firm operating across global financial markets, including equities, derivatives, and digital assets. Trading is conducted exclusively with the firm’s own capital and supported by advanced technology, quantitative modelling, and a strong internal research infrastructure. The team is international, highly collaborative, and driven by innovation. The firm places strong emphasis on systematic research, data quality, and continuous optimisation of trading models and infrastructure.The RoleThe firm is seeking a Crypto Quantitative Trader to contribute to strategy development, execution, and research within the digital asset domain. The position involves designing systematic strategies, conducting deep market analysis, and helping enhance the firm's automated trading environment.ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, and implement quantitative crypto trading strategiesAnalyse market data to identify patterns and opportunitiesContribute to daily trading operations, including monitoring positions, reviewing risk exposure, and evaluating trading performanceCollaborate closely with researchers, developers, and risk specialistsParticipate in the ongoing development of a scalable and automated trading infrastructurePresent research findings and performance reviews to senior leadershipCritically evaluate models, assumptions, and market behaviourRequirementsMinimum of five years of experience in quantitative trading with a strong track record of profitable strategy developmentDemonstrable ability to maintain consistent long-term performance, ideally with a Sharpe ratio of 3 or higherStrong academic background in Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Computer Science, Finance, or a related quantitative fieldSolid programming skills, particularly in Python; experience with C++ or other lower-level languages is considered a plusStrong creativity and the ability to translate ideas into robust quantitative modelsA proactive, structured, and analytical working styleAbility to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment and make well-reasoned decisions under pressureFluent communication skills in EnglishWhat the Organisation OffersAn intellectually stimulating environment with significant autonomyOpportunities for professional development and ongoing trainingA modern workplace with high-quality facilitiesRegular team activities and a collaborative cultureSupport for commuting or mobility optionsA competitive compensation package including performance-based incentives