Quantitative Researcher — Crypto HFT Alpha Signals

Fasanara; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious investment firm in the Greater London area is looking for an experienced Quantitative Researcher to join their winning team. This exciting role involves designing, analyzing, and implementing trading strategies, in addition to alpha research and monitoring existing strategies. Candidates should have prior experience in high-frequency trading, proficiency in Java, and hands-on Python experience with time-series data. Attractive benefits include a competitive bonus scheme and comprehensive health coverage.

Benefits

Competitive bonus scheme

Bupa health & dental

Cycle to Work scheme

Enhanced pension

Generous annual leave

Enhanced parental leave

Regular team events

Team sports activities

Qualifications

• Experience in alpha research, particularly in high-frequency trading (HFT).
• Hands-on experience with large volumes of time-series data in Python.
• Proficiency in Java programming.

Responsibilities

• Research alpha signals with predictive power over the 0-30 second horizon.
• Contribute to alpha research libraries, backtesting, and tooling.
• Monitor existing trading strategies and implement impactful improvements.

Skills

Alpha research experience in HFT

Proficient in Java

Strong market-oriented mindset

Experience with time-series data in Python

Interest in Crypto and high frequency trading

Job description

A prestigious investment firm in the Greater London area is looking for an experienced Quantitative Researcher to join their winning team. This exciting role involves designing, analyzing, and implementing trading strategies, in addition to alpha research and monitoring existing strategies. Candidates should have prior experience in high-frequency trading, proficiency in Java, and hands-on Python experience with time-series data. Attractive benefits include a competitive bonus scheme and comprehensive health coverage.