Quant Developer – Blockchain Trading Systems

Quant Developer – Blockchain Trading Systems

Position: Quant Developer (OTC & Market Making)

Location: Remote/On-site (Global)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Department: Quantitative Trading

Job Summary

We are seeking a Quant Developer to design and optimize blockchain-based OTC trading platforms, margin systems, and market-making partnerships. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in quantitative finance, algorithmic trading, and blockchain technologies to develop low-latency, scalable systems that enhance liquidity and risk management capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

1. OTC Platform Development:

• Design and deploy high-performance OTC trading systems for spot, derivatives, and structured products.
• Integrate with DeFi protocols (e.g., AMMs, RFQ systems) and major blockchain networks (Ethereum, Solana, Cosmos).
• Implement smart order routing and real-time liquidity aggregation for optimal trade execution.

1. Margin Trading System Design:

• Build risk management engines for cross-margin, isolated margin, and liquidation logic.
• Develop collateralization models to support tokenized real-world assets (RWAs).

1. External Market-Making Partnerships:

• Create APIs and incentive structures for onboarding external market makers.
• Develop tools for liquidity provisioning, fee rebates, and performance monitoring.

1. Quantitative Modeling:

• Develop pricing models for crypto derivatives (perpetuals, options).
• Simulate and deploy statistical arbitrage strategies using blockchain and exchange data.

1. Compliance & Security:

• Ensure systems conform to regional regulatory standards (e.g., MiCA, FATF guidelines).
• Conduct smart contract audits and implement security best practices.

Qualifications

Essential:

• 3–5 years of experience in quantitative development, preferably in crypto trading, hedge funds, or financial technology.
• Proficiency in Python, C++, or Rust, particularly for building low-latency systems.
• Strong understanding of:
  • Blockchain technologies (consensus mechanisms, MEV, wallets).
  • DeFi protocols (Uniswap, dYdX, GMX).
  • Cryptography (ECDSA, zero-knowledge proofs).
• Proven ability to develop and deploy production-ready trading algorithms.

Preferred:

• Familiarity with institutional trading tools (e.g., PrimeXM, FIX protocol).
• Knowledge of cross-chain interoperability solutions (e.g., LayerZero, Wormhole).
• Research experience in tokenomics or financial market microstructure.

Why Join Us?

• Develop cutting-edge trading systems in the rapidly-evolving blockchain ecosystem.
• Competitive compensation package, including salary, bonuses, and token incentives.
• Flexible work environment focused on research, innovation, and growth.

How to Apply

Submit the following to [email address]:

• Your resume.
• GitHub or coding samples.
• Case studies of previous trading systems or strategies developed.

Tech Stack & Tools

• Blockchain Analytics: Nansen, Dune Analytics.
• Trading Infrastructure: AWS, GCP, Kubernetes.
• Smart Contract Development: Solidity, Vyper.