Quantitative Researcher

Quantitative Researcher at Almanak - Shape the Future of Crypto Trading

About Almanak:

Almanak’s mission is clear: to democratize access to sophisticated financial strategies by harnessing the power of blockchain technology and AI. We aim to enable fully permissionless access to innovative financial solutions, reshaping the future of DeFi and the crypto ecosystem.

As a pioneer in the Web3 space, Almanak combines cutting-edge blockchain infrastructure with advanced AI-driven intelligence to create revolutionary crypto trading and asset management strategies. We are building the future of DeFi platforms, and we're looking for passionate individuals to join us on this journey.

Role: Quantitative Researcher (R&D Strategies Team)

At Almanak, we're looking for a Quantitative Researcher to join our dynamic R&D Strategies Team. In this role, you will work at the forefront of crypto trading, applying advanced data science, machine learning, and statistical modeling to develop innovative trading strategies and optimize their performance.

If you're passionate about blockchain technology, DeFi, and cryptocurrency, this is an opportunity to push the boundaries of financial innovation while working in an exciting, fast-paced environment.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Design & Implement Crypto Trading Strategies: Create and execute advanced crypto trading strategies using Almanak's decentralized financial infrastructure and AI-driven insights.
• Statistical Analysis & Data Mining: Conduct in-depth statistical analysis and data mining on large datasets to identify opportunities for strategy optimization.
• Backtesting & Optimization: Perform backtesting on trading models, validating them against historical data to ensure robustness and profitability.
• Collaborate with Traders and Developers: Work closely with traders, developers, and other team members to implement and refine trading models and strategies.
• Continuous Monitoring & Enhancement: Continuously monitor the performance of trading strategies, making adjustments and improvements based on market conditions.
• Research & Develop New Signals: Investigate and develop new signals, risk models, and more efficient techniques for optimization and execution of strategies.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience: At least three years of experience in Python programming, with a strong focus on data science libraries such as Pandas, NumPy, and scikit-learn.
• Statistical & Machine Learning Expertise: Proven track record in applying statistical modeling and machine learning to real-world scenarios, especially in algorithmic trading.
• Algorithmic Trading: Solid experience in developing and optimizing algorithmic trading systems within the crypto or traditional financial markets.
• DeFi & Blockchain Knowledge: Hands-on knowledge of DeFi protocols, especially EVM-based protocols like Ethereum, is preferred.
• Backtesting Experience: Familiarity with backtesting libraries to test and validate trading models against historical data.
• Arbitrage & Market-Making: Experience designing strategies for arbitrage and market-making is highly desirable.
• Solidity/Vyper: Experience with Solidity or Vyper is a plus, as it will allow you to contribute to smart contract-based trading strategies.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Compensation: Receive remuneration in fiat/crypto with token packages that align your success with Almanak’s growth.
• Remote Work Flexibility: Enjoy the freedom to work remotely with a flexible schedule, allowing you to choose your optimal working environment.
• Co-working Space & Gear: Almanak supports your workplace comfort and personal growth with co-working space access, gear, and education budgets.
• Impactful Work: Work alongside some of the brightest minds in the Web3 space and contribute to the development of leading-edge AI and DeFi applications.
• Token Benefits: Learn about the Almanak Token Economy and how your contributions directly benefit from the Almanak Ecosystem.

Why Join Almanak?

This is more than just another job—it's an opportunity to be at the cutting edge of cryptocurrency and DeFi innovation. By joining Almanak, you'll help shape the future of blockchain-based financial services and collaborate with a team that’s committed to redefining how sophisticated financial strategies are accessed globally.

If you're excited about the intersection of blockchain technology, AI, and cryptocurrency, and want to contribute to the future of decentralized finance, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply Now to join Almanak and help us build the next generation of crypto trading and asset management strategies.