Head of Research – Deep Learning (HFT)

Unchain Data; Amsterdam; Remote; EUR 800,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Seven-figure pay

Impact on live trading

Global markets exposure

Job summary

Unchain Data, a leading high-frequency trading firm, seeks a research leader to unify three teams into a single, collaborative group with shared tools and clear priorities. You will set direction, establish processes, and bring deep learning expertise to core research.

You will hire and develop top talent in a fast-moving environment, with Amsterdam-based or relocation-ready candidates. The role offers seven-figure compensation and the chance to shape research used in live trading across global

Qualifications

• World-class deep learning expertise from a leading AI lab, university or research institute.
• Proven experience leading and growing research teams.
• A strong publication record or equivalent recognised impact.
• Comfort in a direct, demanding and fast-moving environment.
• Based in Amsterdam or willing to relocate.

Responsibilities

• Lead and bring together the firm's research teams into one group.
• Set research direction and priorities, and build shared processes and tools.
• Bring deep learning expertise to the firm's core research.
• Hire and develop top research talent.

Skills

Deep learning

Team leadership

Research impact

Education

PhD in ML/AI

Job description

About Us

We're a leading global HFT firm headquartered in Amsterdam. We trade across crypto, equities and derivatives in markets worldwide.

The Role

This is a research leadership role. The firm has three research teams working in parallel, and we want one leader to bring them together into a single, collaborative research group with shared tools, clear priorities and a strong research culture. You won't need trading experience, and you won't be running a trading book.

Responsibilities

• Lead and bring together the firm's research teams into one group
• Set research direction and priorities, and build shared processes and tools
• Bring deep learning expertise to the firm's core research
• Hire and develop top research talent

Requirements

• World-class deep learning expertise, from a leading AI lab, university or research institute
• Proven experience leading and growing research teams
• A strong publication record or equivalent recognised impact
• Comfort in a direct, demanding and fast-moving environment
• Based in Amsterdam or willing to relocate

Why Join Us

• Seven-figure compensation
• The chance to shape research at one of the most successful HFT firms in Europe
• Real scale: your work goes straight into live trading across global markets