Venture Search has partnered with a leading global cutting-edge crypto trading firm, that are looking for a talented Quant Developer to join their newly formed quantitative trading team, playing a key role in building and scaling their next-generation high-frequency trading (HFT) platform, developed in Rust.
This is a rare opportunity to work alongside an industry-renowned HFT expert and contribute directly to the design and development of trading systems that will shape the future of our clients firm. You’ll collaborate on a wide range of initiatives spanning algorithm development, system optimization, and integration with decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols.
Key Responsibilities
Develop Trading Algorithms : Design and refine low-latency, high-frequency trading strategies.
Build Front-Office Trading Systems : Contribute to the development of core systems for data processing, risk management, live trading, and post-trade analysis.
Integrate with DeFi Protocols : Onboard and process real-time data feeds from decentralized platforms.
Backtest Strategies : Conduct historical analysis to evaluate and optimize trading models.
Implement Risk Controls : Develop robust risk management features, including capital limits and stop-loss mechanisms.
System Monitoring and Debugging : Maintain real-time trading systems and resolve operational issues efficiently.
Qualifications
Strong programming capabilities with a focus on
low-level development and performance optimization
Minimum
2 years of experience
developing HFT or trading systems
Deep understanding of trading infrastructure, including
order books and order state machines
Proficiency in
Rust, or significant experience in
C/C++
with exposure to Rust (Note: all technical assessments and tasks will be conducted in Rust)
Knowledge of
crypto markets
is a plus
Preferred Skills & Attributes
Curious, self-directed, and proactive
Results-oriented with a strong sense of ownership
Excellent mathematical and analytical thinking
Able to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
Fluent in English (professional working proficiency)
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