Wincent has been doing high-frequency trading in cryptocurrencies since 2017. Today, our algorithms 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 90 of us in Slovakia, Czechia, London, Gibraltar or in Zurich.

Your Mission

Join our Quantitative Researcher team to delve into the depths of cryptocurrency trading, research new strategies, and improve existing algorithms. As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to apply your mathematical expertise to analyze data, develop hypotheses, and prototype solutions that drive profitability in the crypto market.

What Will You Do?

• Collaborate with a team of researchers to explore data from cryptocurrency exchanges, identifying patterns and formulating hypotheses for new trading strategies.

• Develop and test models using Python, or any preferred tool, leveraging statistical analysis and probabilistic thinking.

• Work in pairs or independently on various research topics, engaging in daily discussions to challenge and refine ideas.

• Monitor and analyze the performance of trading algorithms, visualizing data and identifying areas for improvement.

• Communicate findings and proposed strategies to relevant teams, contributing to the enhancement of our trading platform.

What Do We Expect From You?

• Strong background in mathematics, physics, probability, or statistics, with a focus on probabilistic thinking.

• Coding skills, particularly in Python, to implement and test research models using tools like Jupyter Notebooks.

• Excellent communication skills to articulate ideas and engage in productive discussions within the team.

• Humility and a collaborative mindset, willing to challenge and be challenged to refine ideas.

• Risk-friendly attitude with the ability to make reasoned bets and explore innovative solutions.

• Passion for solving complex problems in the cryptocurrency market and continuous learning.

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 contract rates starting from 8,000 EUR/month + performance bonuses, based on experience and performance, with opportunities for growth and advancement.

• Onsite/Remote: Currently onsite, with a potential transition to hybrid mode in the future.

Working at Wincent 

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!