Freedx continues to expand is a looking for passionate Senior Quant Trader to join us on our journey.
Who We Are
FreedX is a newly established cryptocurrency exchange dedicated to providing a seamless, secure, and innovative trading experience. Our team comprises experienced professionals from the crypto, finance, and technology sectors, all passionate about driving the future of digital finance. At FreedX, we are committed to creating a platform that empowers our clients with the freedom to manage their digital assets confidently and efficiently.
Our Vision:
At FreedX, our vision is to be the most trusted and reliable cryptocurrency exchange, offering unparalleled freedom and scalability to our clients. We aim to build a platform where users can trade and manage their assets with complete peace of mind, knowing that their security and reliability are our top priorities. We strive to continuously innovate and adapt to the evolving needs of the crypto market, ensuring that our clients have access to the best tools and services to achieve their financial goals.
Join us on our journey to redefine the standards of digital asset trading and experience the freedom, reliability, and scalability that FreedX has to offer.
Position Title:
Senior Quantitative Trader
Location:
Dubai/Remote
Reports To:
Chief of Trading
Head of Markets
Job Summary:
FreedX is seeking an experienced Senior Quant Trader with 2+ years of expertise in quantitative trading, specifically within cryptocurrency markets or similar asset classes. This individual will lead the development and execution of quantitative trading and market-making strategies, while actively managing risk and liquidity. The role requires deep proficiency in Python, algorithmic execution, and the ability to develop predictive models using advanced statistical techniques. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in spot and derivatives markets, ensuring competitive pricing and efficient market-making across volatile trading environments
Key Responsibilities:
- Market Strategy Development: Develop and implement quantitative trading and market-making strategies for spot and derivative markets, optimizing for liquidity depth, profitability, and risk
- Position Monitoring: Monitor and manage trading positions, ensuring alignment with risk appetite and market conditions
- Liquidation Monitoring: Manage and monitor liquidation procedures to ensure timely and efficient liquidation of trader positions
- Strategy Analysis: Perform post-trade analysis to refine strategies and enhance trading performance
- Cross Unit Leadership: Lead and collaborate with quantitative developers to integrate new tools and features into our trading infrastructure
- Strategy Innovation: Identify new trading opportunities, leveraging data analysis to inform decision-making
- Innovation and Technology Integration: Stay updated on crypto market trends and evolving technologies to maintain competitive trading strategies
- Team Leadership: Lead and mentor junior traders and quantitative analysts, promoting a culture of innovation, discipline, and adherence to best practices in trading and risk management
Requirements
Qualifications:
- Education: Masters in a quantitative field such as mathematics, statistics, computer science, or engineering.
- Experience: 2+ years of experience in quantitative trading, market-making, or proprietary trading and risk management, in cryptocurrency markets or similar asset classes.
- Programming: Proficiency in Python and a strong understanding of statistical modeling and algorithmic trading.
- Exceptional skillset: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a deep understanding of market dynamics
Preferred Attributes:
- Innovative Thinking: Ability to develop and implement cutting-edge quantitative trading strategies
- Analytical Mindset: Excellent quantitative skills, with the ability to manage risk and optimize PnL
- Effective Communication: Ability to collaborate effectively with quant developers and team members
- Adaptability: Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with rapidly evolving market conditions
- Crypto Expertise: Direct experience and knowledge of cryptocurrency markets, including spot and derivatives
Benefits
What We Offer:
Competitive salary and performance-based discretionary bonuses,
Health insurance for you and your dependents
Flexible work schedule, hybrid/remote work opportunity
Visa assistance for you and your dependents (Dubai only)
Medical Cover (Dubai Only)
Generous paid leave
Opportunity for professional development, participation to industry events
FreedX is an equal opportunity employer. We stand for an open and inclusive work environment that fosters the well-being of everyone. We embrace and encourage differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our people unique.
