Quantitative Trader

Wincent has been doing high-frequency trading in cryptocurrencies since 2017. Today, our algorithms trade fully automatically on the top cryptocurrency exchanges worldwide 24/7/365 and are responsible for ~1% of world-wide crypto trading volume. Because our algorithms are only as good as the people who work on them, we are looking for exceptional engineers and quants. There are more than 100 of us in Slovakia, Czechia, London, Gibraltar or in Switzerland.

Your Mission

Become part of our Trading team and immerse yourself in the fast-paced world of cryptocurrency trading. As a Trader, you'll be responsible for executing trades, managing risk, and optimizing profitability in the dynamic crypto market.

What Will You Do?

• Execute trades on various cryptocurrency exchanges, leveraging market insights and strategic inputs to capitalize on trading opportunities.

• Manage risk exposure by implementing effective risk management strategies and monitoring market trends.

• Collaborate with Quantitative Researchers to understand and implement trading algorithms, ensuring alignment with trading objectives.

• Analyze market data and performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and optimization.

• Communicate with relevant teams to share insights and contribute to the refinement of trading strategies.

What Do We Expect From You?

• Strong background in mathematics, physics, probability, statistics, or data science preferred; emphasis on strong probabilistic thinking

• Previous experience as a quant trader not required; willingness to learn is highly valued

• Coding skills desirable, particularly in Python, R, and Jupyter Notebook

• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret market data and performance metrics.

• Soft skills: Humble attitude; Willingness to take calculated risks; Strong communication skills, able to articulate ideas clearly and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Interview Process

• Chat with a recruiter. Consider it an introductory call; there's no need to prepare anything apart from your questions regarding the company, team, culture, and any work-related inquiries.

• Online Math test + Coding Challenge. Low-to-medium complexity problems focused on probability, logic, and mathematical skills + algorithmic coding task.

• Quant Interview. General discussion about your background and passions, followed by medium-hard complexity problems to assess your intuition and problem-solving approach.

• On-site Interview. Engage in a set of betting games to evaluate your quantitative reasoning and decision-making skills.

Compensation and Work Arrangement

• Salary Range: Competitive rates starting from 5,000 EUR/month + performance bonuses, based on experience and performance, with opportunities for growth and advancement.

• Onsite: Requirement to relocate.

At Wincent, we believe in empowering every team member with full transparency, ownership, autonomy, and clear objectives. If this environment resonates with you, we'd love to have you on board! Don't worry if you don't perfectly match a job posting; we're more interested in finding exceptional individuals who align with our values and vision. Reach out to us today and let's explore the possibilities together!