Associate/VP, Quantitative Developer - London

Galaxy entertainment Corporation Limited; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Quantitative Developer on the Crypto trading desk. This role offers the opportunity to design, implement, and optimize cutting-edge trading algorithms in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate with talented traders and analysts to translate innovative trading strategies into efficient code, ensuring the integrity and performance of live trading systems. You'll be part of a diverse team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of financial technology and contributing to the future of the crypto economy. If you thrive in a culture of high performance and are passionate about the intersection of finance and technology, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Discretionary bonus

Company-paid health benefits

Free virtual coaching

Opportunities to learn about Crypto

Smart and fun colleagues

Employee Resource Groups

Qualifications

• Strong programming skills in Java and experience with trading algorithms.
• Proven experience in quantitative models and trading systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain high-performance trading algorithms for Crypto markets.
• Collaborate with traders to optimize trading strategies and systems.

Skills

Java

Quantitative Analysis

High-Frequency Trading

Cryptocurrency Trading

Software Development

Communication Skills

Rust

Python

Statistical Tools (NumPy, pandas, SciPy)

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Science

Master's in Financial Engineering

Ph.D. in Mathematics

Tools

Relational Databases

Time Series Databases

Job description

London

Who We Are:

At Galaxy we are building products and services to help the world invest in economic progress. We believe crypto and blockchain innovations will permeate and improve all aspects of our global economy. Our vision is a society where value and ownership flow as freely as information. Galaxy is a digital asset and blockchain leader helping institutions, startups, and individuals access and navigate the crypto economy. As one of the most well-capitalized and trusted companies in the industry, we provide platform solutions custom-made for a digitally native ecosystem across three complementary operating businesses: Global Markets, Asset Management, and Digital Infrastructure Solutions. Our offerings include, amongst others, trading, lending, strategic advisory services, institutional-grade investment solutions across passive, active and venture strategies, proprietary bitcoin mining and hosting services, network validator services, and the development of enterprise custodial technology. Galaxy’s CEO and Founder Michael Novogratz leads a team of crypto enthusiasts, and institutional veterans focused on the future of finance and Web3. The Company is headquartered in New York City, with global offices across North America, Europe and Asia.

Additional information about the Company's businesses and products is available on www.galaxy.com.

What We Value:

We are a diverse team of free thinkers, and fast movers united to help investors and creators energize the global economy. We are looking for individuals who thrive in a culture of builders and overachievers and embrace high performance, transparent feedback, and a mission-first approach. Our culture shapes our way of working and gets us where we want to be.

• Be Selective To Be Effective.
• Be Highly Aligned, Loosely Coupled.
• Disagree Transparently.
• Build Dream Teams.

Who You Are:

We are seeking a highly skilled Quantitative Developer to join our Crypto trading desk. The successful candidate will collaborate with traders, quants, and other developers to design, implement, and optimize market making and quantitative trading strategies. This role requires a strong background in software development, quantitative analysis, and financial markets, particularly in the FX and Crypto trading domains.

What You’ll Do:

• Develop, implement, and maintain high-performance trading algorithms and models for Crypto markets
• Collaborate with traders and quantitative analysts to understand trading strategies and translate them into efficient code
• Optimize existing trading systems for speed, reliability, and scalability
• Integrate new data sources and ensure data integrity for accurate model input
• Monitor and troubleshoot live trading systems, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal performance
• Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in quantitative finance, software development, and Crypto markets
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of development processes and tools

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Mathematics, Financial Engineering, or a related field
• Proven experience in developing and implementing quantitative models and trading algorithms
• Strong programming skills in Java
• Experience with high-frequency / low-latency trading systems
• Experience working on an FX or Cryptocurrency trading desk
• Experience in integrating and executing strategies on DeFi platforms (SOL/ETH)
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Bonus Points:

• Experience of research and backtesting to evaluate the performance of trading strategies and models
• Proficiency in Rust and Python, statistical tools (e.g., NumPy, pandas, SciPy)
• Experience of development with relational and time series database technologies
• Knowledge of risk management infrastructure

What We Offer:

• Competitive base salary and discretionary bonus
• Company-paid health and protective benefits for employees and their eligible dependents
• Free virtual coaching and counseling sessions
• Opportunities to learn about the Crypto industry
• Smart, entrepreneurial, and fun colleagues
• Employee Resource Groups

*Benefits may vary depending on location.

Galaxy respects diversity and seeks to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and job applicants for employment without regard to actual or perceived age, race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital or partnership or caregiver status, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military or veteran status, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, or other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete the application process or to participate in an interview, please contact [e-mail].