Senior Quantitative Trader (Market Making)

Rock Bund Capital; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A proprietary trading firm in Singapore seeks a Senior Quantitative Trader with expertise in high-frequency trading and market making in cryptocurrency markets. The candidate should possess strong programming skills in C++ and Python, along with leadership and problem-solving abilities. Responsibilities include developing and optimizing trading strategies, managing risks, and leading a team. The firm offers a competitive remuneration package, a meritocratic culture, and exposure to the digital asset ecosystem.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Meritocratic culture

Casual working environment

Exposure to latest market insights

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in quantitative trading, specifically in crypto markets.
• Proven track record in high-frequency trading and/or market making.
• Deep understanding of machine learning, AI, probability and statistics.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and optimize market-making strategies for digital assets.
• Lead, mentor, and grow a team of researchers, developers, and traders.
• Oversee the performance of trading systems and manage various risks.
• Enhance trading infrastructure to improve execution efficiency.
• Build and maintain relationships with crypto exchanges for new opportunities.

Skills

High-frequency trading

Market making

Machine learning

Probability and statistics

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Tools

C++

Python

Job description

Senior Quantitative Trader (Market Making)

Founded in 2019, Rock Bund Capital is a proprietary trading firm deeply committed to shaping the future of the cryptocurrency industry. We have an average daily trading volume exceeding $1 billion and peak daily trading volume reaching $5 billion. We process over 7 million transactions daily, trading more than 1,000 symbols across multiple CEx and DEx. Our CEx activity is primarily focused on top-tier platforms, where we hold the highest VIP status. In DeFi, we provide liquidity to more than 20 most popular protocols across different chains.

Our team combines expertise in traditional finance, quantitative research, and advanced engineering with a deep understanding of blockchain technology. This unique blend enables us to excel in trading across complex crypto markets, including both CeFi and DeFi, while providing capital and strategic guidance to projects that drive innovation and foster sustainable growth in the crypto industry.

We're looking for a high‑calibre Senior Quant Trader to join our quantitative crypto trading firm. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in high‑frequency trading (HFT), particularly within the cryptocurrency markets. You will be responsible for either building out your own market‑making strategy framework or optimizing our existing strategies to increase profitability and provide better liquidity across various crypto exchanges.

What You Will Do

Strategy and Research: Develop, implement, and optimize market‑making and liquidity provision strategies for a variety of digital assets. Conduct research on market microstructure, latency optimization, and new opportunities.

Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and grow a team of quantitative researchers, developers, and traders. Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Execution and Risk Management: Oversee the performance of our trading systems and strategies. Monitor and manage all aspects of risk, including market, credit, and operational risks.

System Development: Work closely with our engineering teams to enhance trading infrastructure, improve execution efficiency, and reduce latency.

Business Development: Build and maintain relationships with crypto exchanges and key market participants to secure new opportunities and partnerships.

Who You Are

Experience

5+ years of experience in quantitative trading. Proven track record in HFT and/or market making, specifically in crypto markets.

Quantitative Skills

Deep understanding of machine learning, AI, probability and statistics, and machine learning. Ability to apply these principles to solve complex trading problems.

Domain Knowledge

Expertise in cryptocurrency markets, including an understanding of various digital assets, blockchain technology, and regulatory landscapes.

Technical Skills

Strong programming skills, with a preference for C++ & Python. Experience with low‑latency system design and a solid understanding of market data protocols and exchange APIs would be a plus.

Soft Skills

Excellent leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills. Ability to work in a fast‑paced, high‑pressure environment.

Why Join Us

• Competitive remuneration package and a m eritocratic culture where accomplishments are rewarded
• Fast paced and result‑oriented with a flat structure
• Teams collaborate in a casual working environment
• Excellent exposure to the digital asset ecosystem and the latest market insight

Disclaimer
We do not accept unsolicited resumes from any professional staffing or search firms. All resumes, or any other information identifying potential candidates, shared with any employee of Rock Bund Capital or its affiliates by any method without a standing signed supplier agreement will be deemed free to contact without restrictions, and no placement fee of any kind will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Rock Bund Capital or any of its affiliates.