Junior DeFi Algorithmic Trader - Build Next-Gen Markets

Wintermute; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading crypto-native trading firm in London is seeking talented individuals for their DeFi team. The role involves designing and implementing trading strategies while developing the backend infrastructure for their trading engine. Candidates should have proficiency in programming (Python, Rust, or Go), experience in Linux environments, and an understanding of market making strategies. Join a collaborative team focused on innovation in the blockchain ecosystem.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in at least one programming language: Python, Rust, or Go.
• Comfortable working in Linux environments with Git.
• Understanding of statistical analysis and quantitative skills.
• Knowledge of high-frequency market making strategies.
• Familiarity with blockchain fundamentals and EVM mechanics.
• Interest in smart contract development.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement trading strategies.
• Develop core microservices and backend infrastructure for the trading engine.
• Collaborate with traders and developers to improve systems.

Skills

Programming proficiency (Python, Rust, Go)

Working in Linux environments

Statistical analysis

High-frequency market making strategies

Understanding blockchain fundamentals

Smart contract development

Tools

Git

Foundry toolkit

Job description

A leading crypto-native trading firm in London is seeking talented individuals for their DeFi team. The role involves designing and implementing trading strategies while developing the backend infrastructure for their trading engine. Candidates should have proficiency in programming (Python, Rust, or Go), experience in Linux environments, and an understanding of market making strategies. Join a collaborative team focused on innovation in the blockchain ecosystem.