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Quantitative Researcher

X4 AlphaNew York City Metropolitan Area
Type
Full-time
Work setup
On-site
Experience
Mid
Posted
Today

What research roles in crypto pay

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Most research roles in crypto pay between $78k and $217k, with a median of $143k.

As a Quantitative Researcher at X4 Alpha, you will research and run model-driven trading strategies for a multi-strategy quant crypto trading firm founded by leaders from top-tier traditional finance firms. You'll own alpha from idea through to live trading across centralised and decentralised venues, working in a small, autonomous pod alongside experienced researchers, traders and engineers.

What you'll do

  • Research and run model-driven trading strategies in crypto, from medium-frequency (minutes to hours) to high-frequency taking and making
  • Own alpha from idea through to live trading on centralised and decentralised venues
  • Explore opportunities across cross-exchange and DeFi-to-CeFi strategies, as well as emerging areas such as prediction markets

What you bring

  • Market-taking experience in crypto, futures or equities
  • One to four years of relevant experience
  • A track record of live, profitable strategies

What we offer

  • A competitive package with significant performance-linked upside
  • A live, mature platform with autonomy to build your own strategies
  • Real ownership and impact in a growing team
  • Your choice of office location: New York, London or Singapore

About X4 Alpha

X4 Alpha partners with a multi-strategy quant crypto trading firm connected to more than 50 centralised exchanges and decentralised venues, running fully automated systematic strategies on high-performance, low-latency infrastructure with consistent double-digit market share on multiple venues.

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