Quantitative Analyst - Lead - Crypto

Quantitative Analyst - Lead - Crypto Excellent opportunity opens with top Hedge Fund for experienced Senior Quant, ideally with demonstrable exposure to the modern, institutional Crypto market. Lead the design and development of systematic trading strategies across a range of crypto markets including spot, derivatives, and on-chain venues Build and manage a team of quantitative analysts Conduct in-depth data analysis, backtesting, and statistical modeling using large datasets from both centralized and decentralized exchanges. Collaborate with developers to implement research into production-grade trading algorithms. Optimize execution and improve trading performance through research on market microstructure and latency-sensitive strategies. Monitor and improve portfolio risk metrics using quantitative techniques. Stay informed on developments in crypto markets, DeFi protocols, and blockchain data analytics. 5 years of experience in quantitative research or algorithmic trading; ideally 2 years in a leadership capacity. Proven track record of profitable trading strategy development, preferably in crypto, FX, or equities. Proficiency in Python and/or C++ for quantitative research and model development. Strong understanding of statistics, machine learning, time-series modeling, and optimization techniques. Familiarity with crypto market structure, trading APIs, and DEX/DeFi ecosystems. Nice-to-Have: Experience working with blockchain data (on-chain analytics, smart contract data, etc.). Knowledge of high-frequency trading systems and low-latency infrastructure. Exposure to portfolio optimization, factor models, or risk premia strategies. Experience with cloud computing and distributed data processing frameworks.