Quant Researcher, OEX

Crypto; United States; Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401(k) with employer match

Health, dental, vision insurance

Hybrid or remote setup

Job summary

Crypto.com is seeking a Quantitative Researcher to join our global exchange team. You will build fast-growth trading platforms, bridging TradFi and digital markets, and own risk modeling, pricing, and market microstructure analysis.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in quant research or risk, a Master/PhD in a quantitative field, and strong Python/SQL skills. This role supports hybrid or remote work setup within the US and world-wide markets, with competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of quantitative research, risk management, trading, or related field.
• Master or PhD in a quantitative discipline.
• Proficient in Python and SQL or noSQL data structures, data models, and database management.
• Strong understanding of derivatives pricing theory across traditional and digital asset classes.
• Deep understanding of Order Book Dynamics (L1-L3 data) and Cross/Portfolio-Margining methodologies.
• Thorough knowledge of equities, commodity products, macro assets, and developments in these spaces (futures, perpetuals, etc.).
• Direct trading experience (personal or professional) is highly ideal.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and validate derivatives pricing models for new and existing products across asset classes.
• Monitor and analyze real-time and historical portfolio risk including exposure, leverage, margin utilization, concentration, and liquidation.
• Design automated liquidation logic and algorithms to balance market risk with market impact during volatility.
• Perform scenario analysis and stress testing across market conditions.
• Provide risk input into product onboarding, listing reviews, and risk parameter reviews: haircuts, margin levels, and position limits.
• Analyze market microstructure on multi-asset derivative markets and calibrate risk models as conditions evolve.
• Support building and maintaining internal risk dashboards and analytical tools.

Skills

Python

SQL/noSQL

Derivatives pricing

Risk management

Quantitative research

Order Book Dynamics

Trading experience

Education

Master/PhD in quantitative field

Job description

We are looking for a quant researcher to join our global exchange team. You will be contributing to the building of a fast-growth trading platform with innovative, multi-asset products bridging traditional finance (TradFi) and digital markets. For all roles, we look for people who are passionate about financial market innovation, equipped with energy, act as owners, and have exemplary work ethics.

Develop, implement, and validate derivatives pricing models for new and existing products across various asset classes (e.g., equities, commodities, futures, perpetuals, options).

Monitor and analyze real-time and historical portfolio risk, including exposure, leverage, margin utilization, concentration, and liquidation.

Design optimal automated liquidation logic and algorithms to balance market risk with market impact during extreme volatility.

Perform scenario analysis and stress testing across a range of market conditions.

Provide risk input into product onboarding, listing reviews, and regular risk parameter reviews: haircuts, margin levels, liquidation thresholds, index pricing, funding rates, and position limits.

Analyze market microstructure on multi-asset derivative markets, periodically review and calibrate risk models according to evolving market conditions.

Support the build and maintenance of internal risk dashboards and analytical tools.

5+ years of relevant working experience in quantitative research, risk management, trading, or a related field.

Master or PhD in a quantitative discipline (e.g., math, physics, statistics, engineering, computer science, financial engineering, quantitative finance, etc.).

Proficient in Python and SQL or noSQL data structures, data models, and database management.

Strong understanding of derivatives pricing theory across traditional and digital asset classes.

Deep understanding of Order Book Dynamics (L1-L3 data) and Cross/Portfolio-Margining methodologies (e.g., offsetting spot against futures).

Deep knowledge of equities, commodity products, macro assets, and ongoing developments in these spaces; thoroughly familiar with futures, perpetuals, or other derivative types.

Direct trading experience (personal or professional) is highly ideal, with a deep familiarity with margin concepts and liquidation mechanisms.

Life @ Crypto.com

Empowered to think big. Try new opportunities while working with a talented, ambitious and supportive team.

Transformational and proactive working environment. Empower employees to find thoughtful and innovative solutions.

Growth from within. We help to develop new skill-sets that would impact the shaping of your personal and professional growth.

Work Culture. Our colleagues are some of the best in the industry; we are all here to help and support one another.

One cohesive team. Engage stakeholders to achieve our ultimate goal - Cryptocurrency in every wallet.

Work Flexibility Adoption. Flexi-work hour and hybrid or remote set-up

Aspire career alternatives through us - our internal mobility program offers employees a new scope.

Are you ready to kickstart your future with us?

Benefits

Competitive salary

Attractive annual leave entitlement including: birthday, work anniversary

401(k) plan with employer match

Eligible for company-sponsored group health, dental, vision, and life/disability insurance

Work Flexibility Adoption. Flexi-work hour and hybrid or remote set-up

Aspire career alternatives through us. Our internal mobility program can offer employees a diverse scope.

Our Crypto.com benefits packages vary depending on region requirements, you can learn more from our talent acquisition team.

About Crypto.com:

Founded in 2016, Crypto.com serves more than 150 million customers and is the world's fastest growing global cryptocurrency platform. Our vision is simple: Cryptocurrency in Every Wallet™. Built on a foundation of security, privacy, and compliance, Crypto.com is committed to accelerating the adoption of cryptocurrency through innovation and empowering the next generation of builders, creators, and entrepreneurs to develop a fairer and more equitable digital ecosystem.

Learn more at https://crypto.com.

Crypto.comis an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating an environment where opportunities are presented to everyone in a fair and transparent way.Crypto.comvalues diversity and inclusion, seeking candidates with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills that complement and strengthen our team.

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Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.