Quantitative Trader (HFT / DeFi Focus)

About Us We are building an in-house Asset Management team dedicated to high-frequency and quantitative trading strategies. Our mission is to leverage cutting-edge research, algorithmic strategies, and on-chain liquidity venues such as Hyperliquid to generate consistent alpha while managing risk at scale. This is a ground-floor opportunity to join a team with ambitious goals to expand into multi-strategy trading, portfolio optimization, and long-term quantitative research. ⸻ Responsibilities •　Research, design, and implement quantitative trading strategies (market-making, arbitrage, statistical arbitrage, trend-following, execution algos, etc.) •　Develop and optimize HFT strategies tailored for on-chain order books (Hyperliquid and other DEX/CEX venues). •　Perform data analysis, backtesting, and live strategy deployment. •　Monitor risk exposures, PnL, and performance metrics in real-time. •　Collaborate with engineers to optimize execution infrastructure (low-latency connections, APIs, data pipelines). •　Stay on top of market structure developments in both centralized and decentralized exchanges. ⸻ Requirements •　Strong background in quantitative trading, financial engineering, or algorithmic trading. •　Proficiency in Python, C++, Golang or Rust (for strategy prototyping & low-latency execution). •　Experience with market microstructure, order book dynamics, and liquidity provision. •　Familiarity with on-chain trading venues (Hyperliquid, dYdX, GMX, CEXs like Binance/OKX a plus). •　Strong mathematical/statistical modeling skills (time-series, stochastic processes, ML optional). •　Ability to work in a fast-paced, research-driven environment. ⸻ Preferred Skills • Prior experience at a prop trading firm, HFT desk, or crypto quant team. • Experience building execution engines or trading bots connected to APIs. • Knowledge of DeFi protocols, smart contracts, and blockchain fundamentals. • Hands-on experience with DeFi protocols, DEXs, or MEV opportunities • Track record of profitable trading strategies in crypto or traditional markets. ⸻ What We Offer • Competitive base salary + performance-based bonus. • Opportunity to be an early member of the Asset Management division. • Resources for research, infrastructure, and data acquisition. • A collaborative, high-performance team culture.