Crypto Focused Quant trader

Proof of Search; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent investment firm is looking for a Quant Trader to join their team in Melbourne. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating innovative trading strategies, conducting backtests, and managing real-time data effectively. This full-time role requires a minimum of 2 years of quant trading experience, preferably in crypto or equities, and proficiency in Python.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in quant trading, preferably in crypto or equities.
• Demonstrated success through a proven backtest or live PnL record.

Responsibilities

• Create trading strategies that aim to outperform Bitcoin.
• Conduct comprehensive backtesting and validation of strategies.
• Build models, indicators, and signals to enhance trading effectiveness.
• Work with real-time data to manage capital effectively.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Creativity in developing strategies

Proficiency in Python

Job description

Our client, a prominent investment firm founded in 2019, is seeking an experienced Quant Trader to join their team. The firm manages a licensed and audited master fund, serving investors across over 25 countries, and employs a scientific approach to directional investing aimed at achieving absolute returns across market cycles.

Responsibilities

1. Strategy Development: Create trading strategies that aim to outperform Bitcoin.
2. Backtesting and Validation: Conduct comprehensive backtesting and validation of strategies before deploying them with live capital.
3. Model and Indicator Creation: Build models, indicators, and signals to enhance trading effectiveness.
4. Data Management: Work with real-time data to inform trading decisions and manage capital effectively.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in quant trading, preferably in crypto or equities.
• Proficiency in Python is essential.
• Demonstrated success through a proven backtest or live PnL record.
• Strong analytical thinking and creativity in developing innovative trading strategies.
• Preferred: Experience in cryptocurrency trading, machine learning, or a scientific background.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time

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