Quant Trader

ECL Kontor; Singapore; On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Quantitative Trader to join its dynamic Quantitative Research team. In this role, you will be instrumental in developing and refining trading strategies that optimize liquidity and profitability for decentralized finance. You will leverage your mathematical and programming skills to analyze data, enhance trading metrics, and collaborate with stakeholders to drive strategic improvements. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a rapidly scaling organization that is redefining the financial landscape through cutting-edge technology and a passion for cryptocurrency.

Benefits

Unlimited PTO

Competitive Pay

Comprehensive Benefits

Technology Allowance

Learning & Development Allowance

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in mathematics, especially in probability and statistics.
• Proficiency in quantitative programming for back-testing and simulation.

Responsibilities

• Develop systematic trading strategies for protocol vaults.
• Leverage data analysis to enhance trading decision-making.

Skills

Quantitative Programming

Mathematical Skills

Data Analysis

Creative Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Complex Systems Thinking

Leadership

Communication Skills

Financial Knowledge

Passion for Crypto

Tools

Python

C++

Go

Job description

Paradex isn’t just another decentralized exchange—it’s a Super App. We’ve combined three powerful financial primitives: Exchange, Asset Management, and Borrow/Lend Markets, all seamlessly composable and accessible through one unified account that uses your entire portfolio as collateral, including any spot and derivative assets. Trade, earn, borrow, lend, and grow your on-chain identity—all in one place. Backed by top-tier investors and incubated by Paradigm, we are scaling rapidly. Come help us grow!

Join Paradex as we redefine the financial landscape through decentralized finance. We are on the lookout for a Quantitative Trader to be a key player in our Quantitative Research team. In this role, you’ll focus on building and refining trading and risk infrastructure for Paradex Protocol Vaults.

What You’ll Do

• Strategy Development: Build systematic trading strategies to provide liquidity and generate profit for protocol vaults.
• Data-Driven Optimization: Leverage trading metrics and data analysis to enhance decision-making, scale existing strategies, and boost profitability.
• Creative Problem Solving: Apply innovative problem-solving techniques and strategic decision-making to optimize execution.
• Team Collaboration: Regularly update stakeholders on strategy performance, propose actionable improvements, and align on project goals to drive a shared vision forward.

What You Bring

• Operational Leadership: Demonstrated leadership abilities and a strong interest in trading and technology.
• Complex Systems Thinking: Understand and evaluate the interplay of moving parts within trading systems to design robust strategies.
• Attention to Detail: Highly detail-oriented with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Mathematical Skills: Strong proficiency in mathematics, particularly in probability theory, statistics, and numerical methods.
• Programming Skills: Proficiency in quantitative programming languages like Python, C++, or Go, with experience in back-testing, simulation, and statistical analysis.
• Financial Knowledge: Solid understanding of financial derivatives, market microstructure, and options pricing models.
• Passion for Crypto: Deep interest in the cryptocurrency space and enthusiasm for exploring its rapidly evolving ecosystem.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive Pay: Top-tier compensation in the industry.
• Generous PTO: Unlimited vacation.
• Full Benefits: Comprehensive packages tailored by country.
• Technology & Learning Allowances: 3,500 USD for your first-year setup, $2,000 USD refresh every 2 years, plus $1,000 USD annually for learning and development.

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