Quantitative Researcher

Quantitative Researcher HFT Crypto London £250k + PnL

We are a fast-growing, venture-backed technology firm focused on building trading and liquidity solutions across multiple markets. We operate in a collaborative, flat start up environment that values technical excellence, initiative, and practical impact.

Role overview

We are looking for a Quantitative Researcher with strong analytical and programming skills and a passion for systematic research and market microstructure. You will contribute to the development of trading strategies and research infrastructure, working closely with a small technical team. The role offers early responsibility and the opportunity to shape long-term research direction.

Key responsibilities

• Research and implement trading and pricing strategies, including high-frequency approaches
• Analyse large datasets to discover statistical trading opportunities and validate models
• Develop and improve simulation and backtesting frameworks to better match live performance
• Translate mathematical models into robust production code in collaboration with engineers

Required qualifications & skills

• Advanced degree (MSc/PhD) in Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a similar quantitative field
• Strong research skills and experience applying mathematical and statistical tools to real-world problems
• 3+ years of hands on experience analysing empirical data in a scientific manner
• Proficient in Python; strong experience in at least one compiled language (Rust, C++, Go, etc.)
• Comfortable with Linux/Unix, cloud environments (e.g., AWS), Git and containerisation (Docker)
• Prior exposure to market microstructure or trading research is preferred
• Entrepreneurial mindset, proactive problem solver, and effective collaborator
• Experience building or optimising low latency systems
• Familiarity with simulation frameworks and performance measurement in production

What we offer!

• Fast paced, collaborative environment with ownership of research through deployment.
• Access to high quality market data and state of the art infrastructure.