Job Description
Company Description Icon Trading is a crypto native trading firm building the future of on-chain trading. We design performant systems and execute high-conviction strategies across decentralized markets with speed, precision, and discipline.
Founded by experienced traders from Pantera, Electric Capital, we operate with high velocity, rigor, and zero bureaucracy.
We're assembling a world-class team to build the most competitive trading desk in crypto. If you're obsessed with building clean systems and working with the best people - we’d love to meet you.
Role Description
As a Quantitative Researcher, you’ll drive strategy development from idea to production. You’ll research alpha signals, build models, and launch live strategies fast. You’ll work side-by-side with engineers and traders in a flat, highly technical environment, where your work goes live in hours. You’ll have full ownership over your models and their performance.
Core Responsibilities
Research and build predictive signals across CEX and DeFi markets
Design and implement short-term trading strategies (from milliseconds to minutes)
Analyze market microstructure to uncover inefficiencies and edge
Backtest, simulate, and refine models across high-frequency and mid-frequency regimes
Collaborate closely with engineering to productionize strategies
Optimize performance with rigorous data analysis and risk frameworks
What We’re Looking For
Experience in quantitative research, ideally in trading or HFT
Strong Python skills (bonus: Rust, C++)
Solid grasp of statistics, probability, and time-series modeling
Experience working with tick data, blockchain data, or alternative data sources
Familiarity with DeFi protocols, DEXs, and smart contract mechanics
BS/MS/PhD in a technical field (Math, CS, Physics, etc.) — or equivalent real-world experience
What Makes This Role Different
Own Your Strategy : You own your idea from research to PnL.
Zero Bureaucracy : Flat, fast, and technical team. Just ship it.
Real Impact : Your work is core to the firm’s edge and upside.
Growth : Learn from world-class talent and define the future of crypto trading.
Job Tags
Contract work, Temporary work,
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