Kronos Research is hiring a
Quantitative Developer

Job Description

As a Quantitative Developer at Kronos, you will directly work as a team member in a world-class trading team, providing technical support and growing with the team. You will collaborate directly with quantitative researchers to expand trading opportunities and implement high-frequency trading algorithms. You will leverage cutting-edge technology to solve complex real-world problems in a fast-paced environment. Being directly affiliated with a trading team means your rewards will be directly tied to the team’s performance, presenting a valuable opportunity for you as the bull market approaches.

Responsibilities

Strategy Implementation and Maintenance

• Develop new trading logic to address specific trading requirements.
• Maintain and optimize existing trading strategies.
• Provide technical support for the long-term development of the trading team.

DeFi Integration

• Extend our existing infrastructure to enable algorithmic trading on various DeFi protocols.
• Design and write smart contracts in solidity to support trading securely.
• Stay updated on changes in the DeFi APIs and follow industry best practices.

Requirements

1. Degree: Advanced training (Bachelor, Master, Ph.D.) from a top school in Computer Science, Math, Statistics, Physics, Financial Engineering, Economics, or another highly quantitative field.
2. Programming Proficiency:
   • Programming Languages: Proficiency in modern C++ and Python within a Linux environment.
   • Software Engineering: Expertise in object-oriented programming, design patterns, and proficiency in data structures and algorithms.
   • Quality Assurance: Capable of producing readable, clean, well-structured, maintainable, and efficient code.
   • Independent Working Capability: Able to independently implement features, write testing scripts, and adeptly resolve issues.
3. DeFi Proficiency:
   • Blockchain Fundamentals: smart contracts, web3, DAOs, etc.
   • Proficiency in Solidity: Able to read, write, compile, and deploy smart contracts in solidity.
   • DeFi Protocols: In-depth technical understanding of DeFi protocols and DevOps best practices while interacting with DeFi protocols.
4. API Proficiency:
   • Comprehensive understanding of RESTful APIs, WebSocket, HTTP, WebSocket, FIX, GRPC, and other communication protocols.
   • Understanding of signature algorithms, like ECDSA.
   • Knowledge of API versioning, error handling, and optimization techniques for API performance.
   • Strong problem-solving skills to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues that may arise during API integration.
5. Personality:
   • Enthusiastic and actively passionate about trading.
   • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
   • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changes in the financial landscape.
   • Display a high level of accountability and responsibility.
   • Strong communication skills and a proven ability to engage effectively with team members.

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding financial markets, exchanges, high-frequency trading, cryptocurrencies, and practical trading experience in financial markets or related domains.
• Over 2 years of hands-on experience in DeFi, DApps, smart contracts, etc.
• Proficiency in modern C++, or ability to quickly learn modern C++.
• Proficiency in SQL and bash programming.