Aztec

Location: New York

About us

At Auros, we are deeply committed to advancing the cryptocurrency ecosystem by providing exceptional liquidity and market-making services. We are known as a key player in the market operating in 10+ global locations, facilitating a significant portion of global daily volumes, and connected to over 50 trading venues.

Our distinctive culture is founded on hiring talented individuals and empowering them to thrive in their roles. At Auros, you will experience a culture that fosters autonomy and support to bring out the best in our team members. With a steadfast commitment to delivering exceptional results, we continuously strive to push boundaries and provide ample opportunities for personal and professional growth in the dynamic digital assets space.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a motivated Quantitative Researcher to join our dynamic team, offering an exciting chance to apply your passion for cryptocurrency and financial markets. In this role, you will delve into the fast-paced realm of high-frequency trading (HFT) and explore innovative strategies within the expanding asset class of cryptocurrency. The cryptocurrency market introduces unique challenges, creating opportunities to tackle technical hurdles with inventive solutions.

Collaborate with the founding team to expand the HFT business line within a successful systematic trading business.

Contribute to all aspects of the profit pipeline, from alpha generation to risk management, enhancing strategy logic and execution processes.

Learn from seasoned quants and traders with over 10 years of experience in top-tier firms.

Who you are

The ideal candidate will:

Utilize critical thinking and data-driven decision-making to drive tasks forward and propel company progress.

Demonstrate an entrepreneurial spirit by initiating solutions without prompting.

Possess an innate understanding of stochastic processes and the ability to relate individual market observations to statistical distributions.

Have experience working with large datasets that require cluster technology for analysis.

Be adept at employing leading modelling and learning techniques to predict time series with comprehensive context.

Understand the high-performance demands of HFT and the adaptations needed for systems to excel at low latencies.

What We Offer in Return

A chance to work on the cutting edge of the digital asset industry.

Remote work opportunities with flexibility.

Autonomy and a flat organizational structure that encourages your contributions from day one to shape our future endeavors.

At Auros, we value nimbleness, a drive for success, ownership mentality, and collaboration. Join us in revolutionizing the future of financial services in Asia and beyond!

Job Location: US, EU

About us

At Auros, we are committed to advancing the cryptocurrency ecosystem by offering exceptional liquidity and market-making services. We are a prominent player in the market, trading globally and facilitating a significant portion of daily volumes worldwide. With connectivity to numerous venues, we pride ourselves on our culture of hiring talented individuals and empowering them to excel in their roles. Our emphasis on continuous improvement and personal growth provides abundant opportunities in the evolving realm of digital assets.

Job Opportunity

Join our core systems team responsible for critical services for our trading teams, including asset pricing and risk management systems. Collaborate with fellow developers to enhance system stability, reliability, scalability, and low latency. Work closely with the crypto options trading team to expand systems supporting daily activities, contributing to revenue generation and Auros’ success. Projects may include developing a customized UI framework for traders and building web-based applications for HFT trading environments.

Desired Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will have:

A minimum of 3 years of experience in Web UI development, focusing on user-friendly interfaces

Prior experience in a trading environment, preferably in high-frequency trading or options trading

Proficiency in BFF (Backend-for-Frontend), React, and Python

Familiarity with implementing Business Domain Infrastructure for Web UI applications

Experience with high-volume data flows, optimized for latency and distributed systems

Bonus points for C++ coding skills

What We Offer

Opportunity to work at the leading edge of the digital asset industry

Remote work flexibility

Autonomy and a flat organizational structure encouraging contribution of ideas from day one to shape our future business.

At Auros, we value adaptability, determination, ownership, and collaboration. Come be a part of shaping the future of financial services with us!

Job Location: Based in Hong Kong

About the Company:

Auros is a prominent algorithmic trading and market-making firm specializing in digital asset liquidity provision. Operating across global locations, we facilitate a significant portion of daily trading volumes and maintain connectivity to numerous venues globally.

What Makes Us Unique:

At Auros, we are known for our strong reputation achieved through a combination of systematic approaches, sophisticated pricing models, and cutting-edge execution capabilities that aid in driving trading performance and enhancing crypto market liquidity worldwide. Our flat organizational structure fosters autonomy, access to senior leadership, and opportunities to learn from industry experts.

The Role Opportunity:

We are currently seeking a motivated Legal Counsel to join our dynamic team. This role will play a crucial part in supporting legal operations, focusing on compliance, contract management, and providing legal coverage for our team in the Northern Hemisphere.

Responsibilities:

Oversee Know Your Business (KYB) and Know Your Customer (KYC) processes to ensure compliance with industry regulations

Review, draft, and negotiate various contracts including NDAs, service agreements, and commercial contracts

Provide legal support to the Northern Hemisphere team and address time-sensitive matters across different time zones

Offer counsel on crypto-related regulations and emerging legal issues in the digital assets industry

Aid in developing and implementing internal legal policies and procedures

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to handle legal concerns and mitigate risks

Monitor and analyze regulatory developments in the crypto and blockchain sector

Support compliance with AML and CTF regulations

Requirements:

Hold a degree in Law from a reputable institution

Possess 2-5 years of relevant legal experience, preferably in multinational organizations, trading, or financial services

Experience with KYC/KYB processes and compliance in financial services

Strong skills in contract drafting and negotiation

Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities

Capability to work autonomously and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment

Strong communication skills, both verbal and written

Initiative and personal resilience to navigate fast-paced deal environments

Willingness to work non-standard hours occasionally to support the Northern Hemisphere team

Understanding of blockchain technology, digital assets, and cryptocurrency regulations is highly preferred

Offerings:

Opportunity to work in the forefront of the digital asset sector

Remote work flexibility

Collaborative and innovative workplace environment

Autonomy and flat structure allowing immediate contribution and influence on the legal aspects of our business expansion

We at Auros value nimbleness, drive for success, ownership mentality, and collaboration. If you align with our values, please apply by submitting your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and enthusiasm for joining Auros. We are excited to welcome you to our vibrant and forward-thinking team.

Job Summary

About Us

Auros is committed to advancing the cryptocurrency ecosystem through its exceptional liquidity and market-making services. As a prominent player in the market, we trade globally, facilitating a significant portion of daily volumes and maintaining connections with numerous venues. Our unique culture fosters the empowerment of talented individuals to excel by offering autonomy and support, resulting in exceptional outcomes and ample opportunities for personal and professional growth in the field of digital assets.

Qualifications

This position presents an exciting opportunity for individuals experienced in High-Frequency Trading in traditional markets to transition to the expanding global cryptocurrency market. The cryptocurrency sector introduces a higher level of complexity and fresh challenges that require innovative solutions across various strategies such as Market Making, OTC, Ventures, and Arbitrage.

Our collaborative work environment ensures direct engagement with senior team members and the firm's founders daily. We prioritize performance and results, providing competitive compensation to those who excel in both areas.

Responsibilities

Manage a significant trading book during Asian hours, handling operational and trading issues in real-time

Analyze trading activities and market trends to identify opportunities for improved performance

Collaborate with global trading and middle-office teams to ensure accurate trade execution and reconciliation of front and back-end systems

Interact with exchange counterparts to manage margin requirements, trade disputes, and market-making needs

Participate in enhancing existing trading strategies and developing new methodologies

Contribute to idea generation, strategy formulation, back-testing, and implementation

Solve complex pricing issues related to cryptocurrency derivatives

Develop tools and models to automate daily tasks and enhance trading efficiency

Utilize proprietary back-testing and simulation tools for strategy evaluation

Research cryptocurrency market products to identify solutions that align with trading strategies

Requirements

Experienced traders with a background in high-frequency trading and strong quantitative skills

Proficient in designing, developing, testing, and coding trading strategies

Familiarity with developing complex risk management systems

Proficient in Python or similar languages for coding

Bachelor's degree or higher in Math, Computer Science, Statistics, Quantitative Sciences, Engineering, or related fields

Benefits

Opportunity to work in a leading role within the digital asset industry

Remote work flexibility

Autonomy and a flat organizational structure promoting idea contribution and active participation in shaping business strategies

At Auros, we emphasize agility, a drive for success, ownership mentality, and collaborative spirit. By joining our team, you will contribute to shaping the future of financial services in Asia and beyond.

Company Overview:

We are a dynamic and innovative high-frequency trading firm, conducting operations around the clock in the global cryptocurrency market. With offices in New York and Hong Kong, our diverse team of top-notch professionals spans across 5 continents. As a leading player in the market, we trade a substantial share of market turnover and are continuously evolving to stay ahead of industry trends.

Responsibilities:

This role presents an exciting opportunity to craft trading strategies in the cryptocurrency sector. We seek an individual to collaborate with one of our traders based in Asia, thus requiring proximity to this time zone. The position allows for remote work, ensuring flexibility in your location preference. Primarily, your responsibilities will include:

Innovating and enhancing trading and market making strategies to translate trading opportunities into profits. Your role encompasses problem identification, data analysis, software development, and ongoing support.

Enhancing and building systems for automated monitoring of round-the-clock trading activities.

Crafting C++ and Python applications utilizing internally-developed interfaces for market data and order execution.

Engaging with existing and new codebases to support ongoing system requirements.

Collaborating closely with teams across the business, development, and trading sectors.

Monitoring and optimizing trading algorithms to align with technical, risk, and profit objectives.

Leveraging expertise to pinpoint areas for enhancing Auros's technical systems and architecture, based on trading team interactions.

Participating in system design discussions, code reviews, and brainstorming sessions with colleagues.

Requirements:

Proficiency in designing high-performance trading strategies for traditional or cryptocurrency markets, particularly in market making and low-latency trading.

At least three years of experience developing efficient, maintainable C++ code on Linux platforms.

Familiarity with building latency-optimized distributed systems with a strong transaction-handling capability.

Ability to strike a balance between deploying reliable code and swiftly introducing new features to capitalize on market opportunities.

Strong commitment to delivering quality software and a willingness to provide system support when necessary.

Highly Desirable Skills:

Comprehensive grasp of network programming concepts like UDP, TCP, TLS, and Websockets.

Experience in profiling C++ code using tools such as Cachegrind or Valgrind.

Proficiency in configuring and monitoring Linux machines.

Knowledge of inter-process messaging through shared memory.

Familiarity with cloud computing platforms like AWS.