Quantitative Trader - Crypto

Job Title:  Quantitative Trader - Crypto Location:  New Delhi / Remote About Us:   We at 39k Group, are a leading proprietary trading firm specialising in providing liquidity to global crypto markets. Our focus is on leveraging cutting-edge technology and data-driven strategies to deliver exceptional performance in a rapidly evolving industry. We are now looking to expand our team with a talented Quantitative Trader who has a passion for crypto and cross-exchange arbitrage. Role Overview:   As a Quantitative Trader, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing trading strategies focused on cross-exchange cryptocurrency arbitrage. This role demands strong programming skills, quantitative acumen, and hands-on experience with arbitrage strategies in crypto markets. You will have the opportunity to work with a high-performance trading infrastructure and collaborate with a team of seasoned professionals. Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop proprietary trading strategies for cross-exchange cryptocurrency arbitrage.
• Write robust, scalable, and efficient code primarily in Python and/or C++ to implement trading algorithms.
• Conduct in-depth research and analysis of crypto markets to identify arbitrage opportunities.
• Develop tools to monitor and analyze market data in real time.
• Backtest strategies on historical data to evaluate their effectiveness and refine them for live trading.
• Optimize trading algorithms for low-latency performance and execution efficiency.
• Monitor live trading performance, identify anomalies, and implement improvements.
• Collaborate with the infrastructure and operations teams to ensure seamless deployment and execution of strategies.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Finance, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in designing and executing cross-exchange arbitrage strategies in cryptocurrency markets.
• Strong programming skills in Python and C++, with an emphasis on performance and reliability.
• Proficient in working with WebSockets, REST APIs, and real-time data feeds.
• Solid understanding of market microstructure and trading mechanisms.
• Experience with backtesting frameworks and tools for analyzing historical data.
• Familiarity with crypto exchanges and their trading APIs (e.g., Binance, Kucoin, Gate , Kraken, etc.).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and in a team.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.

• Experience with high-frequency trading or low-latency systems.
• Familiarity with risk management frameworks for arbitrage strategies.
• Knowledge of financial derivatives, market making, or other quantitative trading strategies.
• Experience with cloud-based infrastructure for scaling trading operations.
• Passion for blockchain technology and decentralized finance.

• Competitive compensation package with performance-based incentives.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge trading technologies in a fast-paced environment.
• A collaborative and inclusive work culture.
• Professional growth opportunities and support for continuous learning.
• Access to state-of-the-art tools and resources to enhance your trading capabilities.