Head of ML / Head of Quant Research (Crypto Trading)

As Head of ML / Head of Quant Research at MIRA, you take full ownership of developing and scaling machine learning trading strategies in crypto markets (spot and perpetuals). You will lead a live, operating production ML trading system with existing capital under management and oversee a dedicated research team.

What you'll do

• Take complete control of the research pipeline, model architecture, signal generation, and risk limits
• Design, backtest, and deploy new profitable ML models and quantitative trading strategies
• Optimize execution algorithms, refine live strategy performance, and scale capital under management
• Lead, mentor, and grow a team of quant researchers and developers

What you bring

• A degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Data Science, or equivalent from a top-tier university (MIPT, HSE, MSU, SPbSU, ITMO, YSDA, or international equivalents)
• A strong foundation in probability, statistics, linear algebra, and algorithms
• Proficiency in Python (NumPy, Numba)
• Experience with PyTorch or JAX (for the ML track) or advanced backtesting/quantitative modeling frameworks (for the Quant track)
• A proven track record of developing profitable ML models or quantitative trading strategies in production

Nice to have

• Experience in crypto, HFT, or algorithmic trading (order book dynamics, L2/L3 data, funding rate arbitrage, liquidations)
• Proficiency in C++ for reading, profiling, and optimizing performance
• Competitive programming or Kaggle achievements (IMO, IOI, ICPC, Codeforces, Kaggle Master/GM) or top-tier publications (NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR)
• English at A2 level or higher (internal team communication is in Russian; fluent spoken English is not required)

What we offer

• Competitive fixed salary
• PnL share (individual agreement)
• Direct influence on risk limits, capital allocation, and research roadmap
• Remote work or office in Serbia, with official contracting via Dubai or Serbia