DeFi Algorithmic Trading Internship
About Wintermute
Wintermute is a technology unicorn and a leading algorithmic trading company specializing in digital assets. The company offers liquidity services across various cryptocurrency exchanges, OTC trading solutions, and support for blockchain projects and financial institutions entering the crypto space. Wintermute Ventures, its venture arm, focuses on early-stage DeFi projects.
Established in 2017, Wintermute has successfully navigated industry cycles by integrating the technology standards of traditional high-frequency trading firms with the innovative and entrepreneurial culture of technology startups. The company is committed to the innovative potential of blockchain and is strategically positioned to build a compliant and innovative digital asset market.
Work within the DeFi Team
We are searching for an enthusiastic and inquisitive graduating student of 2027 to join our DeFi team for a 3-6 month placement. In this role, you will conduct research on on-chain protocols and perform data-driven experiments to enhance our understanding of decentralized finance.
Our trading methodology relies heavily on technology, emphasizing analytical and programmatic problem-solving skills. As the DeFi space promotes a builder ethos, this role offers diverse responsibilities where you will engage with various codebases and languages, pushing the boundaries of ecosystem design.
Our team fosters a collaborative environment that values open communication and creative exploration. With the opportunity to collaborate closely with seasoned traders and developers, you will receive mentorship while also being encouraged to develop your own perspectives, challenge existing ideas, and explore new areas of investigation together.
Key Qualifications:
- Competence in programming using Rust or Python
- Proficiency in Linux environments and Git version control
- Experience in programmatic statistical analysis with quantitative and analytical capabilities
- Sound understanding of high-frequency market making strategies
- Knowledge of blockchain fundamentals and DeFi protocols
- Eagerness to learn about protocol microstructure and design mechanisms
Important Note:
While fully remote candidates cannot be accommodated, we offer significant flexibility regarding work-from-home arrangements and working hours.
