DeFi Algorithmic Trader
About Wintermute
Wintermute is a leading technology company specializing in digital assets and algorithmic trading. We provide liquidity across various cryptocurrency exchanges and platforms, offer OTC trading solutions, and support blockchain projects and traditional financial institutions venturing into the crypto space. Additionally, Wintermute Ventures invests in early-stage DeFi projects.
Established in 2017, Wintermute is known for its ability to thrive in evolving industry landscapes. Our culture blends the technological standards of high-frequency trading firms in traditional markets with the innovative and entrepreneurial spirit of technology startups. We are committed to harnessing the innovative potential of blockchain, maintaining a long-term perspective on the digital asset market, and leading in building an innovative and compliant market.
DeFi Team Role
We are seeking a motivated individual to join our DeFi team on a full-time basis. In this position, you will conduct research on on-chain protocols, perform data-driven experiments, and contribute to the advancement of decentralized finance understanding.
Our trading methodology is deeply rooted in technology, attracting analytical, programmatic problem solvers who thrive on innovation. As part of the DeFi space's builder ethos, this role offers a diverse range of responsibilities, allowing you to work across various codebases and languages to explore the ecosystem's design space frontiers.
You will be part of a close-knit, collaborative team that values open dialogue and creative exploration. Working closely with experienced traders and developers, you will receive mentorship while encouraged to develop your own perspectives, challenge ideas, and explore new areas collectively.
Requirements
- Programming proficiency in Rust or Python.
- Comfort with Linux environments and Git version control.
- Experience in programmatic statistical analysis and possess quantitative/analytical skills.
- High-level comprehension of high-frequency market-making strategies.
- Understanding of blockchain fundamentals and Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) mechanics.
- Familiarity with smart contract development and the Foundry toolkit.
- A strong desire to learn about protocol microstructure and design mechanisms.
AI tools may be utilized in parts of the hiring process for tasks such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or evaluating responses. These tools aid the recruitment team but do not replace human judgment, as final hiring decisions are human-led. For more information on data processing, feel free to reach out to us.
