DeFi Algorithmic Trading Internship

Wintermute Trading; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 13,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Wintermute Trading is seeking a motivated student for a 3-6 month placement in the DeFi team. You will research on-chain protocols and run data-driven experiments to advance understanding of decentralized finance.

The role emphasizes collaboration with seasoned traders and developers, exploring multiple codebases and contributing experimental results. You’ll likely work across languages, with mentorship and opportunities to form independent perspectives while staying aligned with the team’s

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Rust or Python is required.
• Comfortable on Linux environments with Git version control.
• Experience with programmatic statistical analysis and quantitative skills.
• Understanding of DeFi protocols and blockchain fundamentals is essential.
• Interest in protocol microstructure and market design.

Responsibilities

• Research on-chain protocols and conduct data-driven experiments.
• Collaborate with traders and developers on DeFi research topics.
• Explore multiple codebases and contribute experimental findings.
• Be part of a tight-knit team that values curiosity and experimentation.

Skills

Rust

Python

Linux

Git

Data analysis

DeFi knowledge

Blockchain fundamentals

Quantitative analysis

High-frequency market making concepts

Job description

About Wintermute

Wintermute is a technology unicorn and one of the largest algorithmic trading companies, specialising in digital assets. We provide liquidity across most cryptocurrency exchanges and trading platforms, a broad range of OTC trading solutions as well as supporting high profile blockchain projects and traditional financial institutions moving into crypto. Wintermute also has a Wintermute Ventures arm that invests in early stage DeFi projects.

Wintermute was founded in 2017 and has successfully navigated industry cycles. Culturally, we combine the best of the two worlds: the technology standards of high-frequency trading firms in traditional markets and the innovative and entrepreneurial culture of technology startups. At Wintermute, we believe in the innovative potential of blockchain, the fundamental innovations, we have a long-term view on the digital asset market and are taking a leadership position in building an innovative and compliant market. You can read more here.

Working in the DeFi team

We are looking for a motivated and curious student, graduating in 2027, to join our DeFi team on a 3-6 month placement. In this role, you’ll research on-chain protocols and run data-driven experiments to help advance our understanding of decentralized finance.

Our trading approach is deeply rooted in technology - our traders are analytical, programmatic problem solvers who thrive on innovation. In keeping with the builder ethos of the DeFi space, this role will give you the opportunity to wear many hats. You’ll likely work across multiple codebases and languages, exploring the frontiers of the ecosystem’s design space.

We are a tight-knit, collaborative team that values open dialogue and creative exploration. You’ll work closely with experienced traders and developers, receiving mentorship while being encouraged to form your own perspectives, challenge ideas, and pursue new areas of inquiry together.

• Proficiency in programming with at least one of Rust or Python
• Comfortable working on Linux environments and Git version control
• Experience with programmatic statistical analysis and quantitative / analytic skills
• High level understanding of high-frequency market making strategies
• Understanding of blockchain fundamentals and DeFi protocols
• A passion for learning about protocol microstructure and design mechanisms
• Although we are unable to accept fully remote candidates, we support significant flexibility in regards to working from home and working hours.