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Quantitative Trader/Trading Engineer
Sygnum is seeking a Quantitative Trader/Trading Engineer to drive the development and implementation of systematic crypto investment strategies and implement automated trading systems. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in quantitative trading and strong knowledge of blockchain technology and programming.
Tasks
- Drive the development and implementation of best-in-class systematic crypto investment strategies with a focus on momentum, volatility, and market neutral arbitrage strategies.
- Drive the implementation of automated trading systems, including trade interactions with relevant trading venues.
- Drive the continuous improvement of our quantitative analysis frameworks.
- Collaborate with analysts to understand and implement trading algorithms, ensuring that they are consistent with the trading infrastructure and trade execution.
- Execution and monitoring of daily trading activities.
- Drive the implementation of 24/7 risk management and alert systems.
- Supporting the investment team in risk management by implementing effective risk management strategies and leveraging market knowledge to capitalize on trading opportunities.
- Conducting comprehensive quantitative market analyses, using on-chain and off-chain metrics for various protocols, sectors, and the entire crypto market, alongside traditional financial metrics.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in quantitative finance, applied mathematics, physics, computer science, or engineering. A master's degree or certificates (e.g., CFA, CAIA) are an advantage.
- At least 5+ years of experience in quantitative trading, systematic portfolio management, or market making, ideally with 2+ years in crypto.
- Advanced coding skills to build and maintain trading infrastructure and real-time data pipelines.
- Strong understanding of blockchain technology, cryptocurrencies, and decentralized applications such as DeFi, including analysis tools and APIs (Dune, Flipside, Token Terminal).
- Previous experience in hedge funds, prop trading firms, or market makers is an advantage.
- Self-motivated, detail-oriented, strong written and spoken English skills to convey complex information clearly and concisely.
- Collaborative team player with a passion for crypto and investment management.
We offer
- Attractive combination of market salary and entrepreneurial incentive system
- Flexible/home working policy
- Professional development through mentoring and buddy programs
- One month of fully paid sabbatical after five years of continuous employment
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