Defi Quant

Defi Quant Role – A Pioneering Opportunity in Decentralized Finance

A leading decentralized exchange, known for its innovative approach in offering unlimited leverage on any asset without liquidation, counterparty risk, or reliance on oracles, is currently on the lookout for a distinguished Defi Quant. This position offers a highly competitive compensation package (uncapped) and the advantage of being fully remote.

Quant Role:

Our platform is a trailblazer in the decentralized finance space, facilitating unprecedented freedom and efficiency in trading practices. With a high level of documentation and a comprehensive online presence, we provide a clear vision of our operations and future plans.

Our remarkably skilled team, consisting of 8 individuals with diverse and rich backgrounds from prestigious organizations like 0x, Goldman Sachs, Bitmex, Bridgewater, Uber, Mozilla, and Google, is our greatest asset. Backed by approximately $7.5 million in funding from premier investors and strategic partners, our mission is to redefine the landscape of decentralized finance.

Job Description for Defi Quant:

The selected Defi Quant will work closely with our Quantitative CTO, backend, and smart contract teams to enhance and expand the capabilities of our platform. This role demands a proactive approach to developing real-time pricing models, portfolio construction, and solving complex stochastic models to find optimal order book parameters.

Responsibilities for Defi Quant:

• Craft and deploy pricing models for real-time Profit and Loss (PnL) of option-like instruments.
• Implement real-time portfolio construction tailored to user requirements.
• Analyze and solve stochastic models to derive optimal values for order book parameters.

Requirements for Defi Quant:

• Extensive knowledge in mathematics, evidenced by a mastery of stochastic processes and arbitrage-free valuation.
• Proficiency in numerical optimization, particularly convex optimization, and a deep understanding of numerical stability and conditioning.
• Exceptional command of the English language.
• A Bachelor's degree or higher in Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or a related technical field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Scala and the JVM.
• Knowledge of Solidity, EVM, and smart contract design principles.
• Proficiency in the Python numeric stack (numpy/scipy, etc.).
• Derivatives trading experience.
• Familiarity with the principles and practices of decentralized finance.

This position represents a unique opportunity to contribute to a team that is setting new standards in the DeFi space. If you are driven by innovation, possess the necessary qualifications, and are eager to play a pivotal role in cutting-edge financial technology, we would like to hear from you.

Application Process

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter outlining their suitability for the role. Please highlight your experience, skills, and why you believe you are the ideal candidate for this pioneering position in decentralized finance.