Senior Quantitative Researcher
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Job description
Quantitative Researcher in Swissblock's Systematic Crypto Group, driving research from ideation to implementation of algorithmic trading strategies. The role focuses on analysing crypto ecosystems and deploying systematic strategies on the firm's prop trading infrastructure.
At a glance
- Work mode
- Hybrid · Baar, Switzerland
What you'll do
- Analyse the crypto ecosystems to uncover the fundamental dynamics that drive price and risk formation
- Utilise advanced statistical techniques on both traditional and crypto-specific data sets
- Conceptualise and enhance monetisation systems for trading signals and other market anomalies
- Implement, backtest, and deploy algorithmic trading strategies within a live trading environment
- Monitor live strategy performance and integrate insights into the research loop
- Participate in the development of our research agenda based on research findings and ideas
What we're looking for
- Advanced degree in a highly quantitative field
- Excellent analytical skills with strong attention to detail; ability to maintain a pragmatic mindset
- Passion for traditional and crypto markets; driven to model the underlying market dynamics
- Ability to conduct data-driven research focused on solving real-world problems
- Dedication to continuous learning and making an impact; willingness to question the status quo
- Ability to effectively summarise and clearly communicate research results
- Prior exposure to quantitative research (preferably in digital assets)
- Proficiency in Python and experience in using statistical packages
Your team
Systematic Crypto Group
Transforms market insights into robust algorithmic investment strategies, trading fully automated on Swissblock's prop trading infrastructure; collaborative, non-siloed environment with shared incentives.
Benefits
- Modern office in Baar, Switzerland
- Flexibility to work remotely within Switzerland
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About Swissblock Technologies
A private investment firm dedicated to pioneering cryptocurrency integration with cross-asset investing
Swissblock Technologies is a private investment firm dedicated to pioneering cryptocurrency integration with cross-asset investing. Applying a quantitative view to financial markets, we manage systematic multi-strategy portfolios of digital and traditional assets.
Mission
Pioneering cryptocurrency integration with cross-asset investing, applying a quantitative view to financial markets
Key facts
- Baar, Switzerland
- Investment / cryptocurrency and traditional assets
- Manages systematic multi-strategy portfolios of digital and traditional assets
- Profitable company
- Flat hierarchies
- Modern office in Baar, Switzerland
- Flexibility to work remotely within Switzerland
What they value
- Responsibility
- Merit
- Empowerment of each individual team member
- Collaborative, non-siloed environment with shared incentives
- Continuous learning