Quantitative Risk Lead
Logos is a movement dedicated to advancing the decentralized web, with a focus on empowering users and upholding civil liberties. Logos technologies aim to create a more liberated internet where communities can thrive as network states.
The Finance team at IFT is in search of a Quantitative Risk Lead to play a crucial role in quantifying, tracking, and reporting financial risks faced by the organization. This position will play a key role in supporting the treasury of the ecosystem of Web3 projects within the organization.
Key Responsibilities:
- Identification and quantification of financial and economic risks affecting the treasury
- Development and maintenance of quantitative risk models for the treasury, such as Historical VaR and Monte Carlo VaR
- Establishment of data gathering and risk monitoring infrastructure, including monitoring of smart contracts
- Advanced statistical analysis on underlying risk factors such as returns distribution, volatility, and correlations
- Participation in the creation of an internal quantitative tool stack for asset modeling, simulation, and forecasting
Must Haves:
- Strong software development skills with a preference for Python
- Thinking characterized by structure and rigour
- Degree in a quantitative discipline
- Ability to work productively remotely and independently
- Alignment with organizational principles
Should Haves:
- In-depth knowledge of financial and quantitative risks unique to web3 organizations with multi-asset crypto treasuries
- Experience in smart contract development and building quantitative risk tech stacks
- A security-oriented mindset
Nice to Haves:
- PhD in a quantitative discipline
- Previous experience in a risk quant role within a web3 organization
- Background in open-source organizations
If you believe you are a great fit for this role, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all criteria. Please elucidate in your cover letter why you believe you suit this position.
Hiring Process:
- Interview with Pepper, Talent team
- Interview with Adam, IFT Chief Financial Officer
- Task assignment
- Task presentation with a Software Engineer and Adam
- Interview with a Co-Founder
Please note that the interview process may be modified if deemed necessary.
Compensation:
Expected compensation range for this position is $90,000 - $140,000, and is negotiable based on skills and experience. Payment can be issued in fiat or cryptocurrency.