Job Title: High-Frequency Trading Quant / Researcher – Crypto

Location: Remote (Global) or Onsite in Dubai

Company Overview:

Our client is a top-tier proprietary trading firm with a dominant market share in the crypto high-frequency trading (HFT) space. Known for its cutting-edge infrastructure, lightning-fast execution, and data-driven strategies, the firm offers a highly dynamic environment for elite quant and trading talent. Join a team that thrives on speed, precision, and innovation — with the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere in the world or onsite in their state-of-the-art Dubai office.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled Quantitative Researcher or Trader to lead the development of microsecond-level, latency-sensitive strategies. You will analyze order book dynamics and market microstructure to generate statistically robust high-frequency signals, and contribute directly to alpha generation and monetization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze real-time order book and market trade data across centralized crypto exchanges (CEXs).
• Develop, test, and deploy ultra-low latency HFT strategies in production.
• Construct statistically significant alpha signals for high-frequency trading systems.
• Collaborate with engineers and traders to optimize signal execution and reduce latency.
• Continuously monitor and refine models and strategies in response to evolving market conditions.

Key Qualifications:

• Proven experience in building and deploying high-frequency strategies (sub-millisecond/microsecond level) on Binance and other major CEXs.
• Deep understanding of crypto market microstructure and order book dynamics.
• Strong programming skills in C++, Python, or other relevant languages used in latency-critical environments.
• Experience with signal research, statistical modeling, and real-time data handling.
• Familiarity with low-latency system architecture, including colocation and exchange APIs.

What’s Offered:

• Work at one of the most competitive and successful HFT firms in the crypto space.
• Flexible remote-first culture with optional relocation to Dubai.
• Top-of-market compensation with performance-linked incentives.
• Access to massive datasets, high-performance infrastructure, and global markets.

Preferred Background:

• Previous experience at a top HFT firm or trading desk in traditional or crypto markets.
• Degree in a quantitative field such as Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, or Engineering.
• Demonstrated ability to iterate rapidly on production-grade trading strategies.