Quantitative Researcher

Summary

Join Chorus One, a leading cryptocurrency staking provider, as a Quantitative Researcher. Contribute to projects optimizing validator operations and conducting deep research on blockchain networks. Work closely with the Quantitative Lead in a fully remote setting. Analyze blockchain networks like Solana and Ethereum, benchmark validator performance, and generate actionable insights. Translate complex research into accessible formats for various teams. This role requires a strong academic background, deep understanding of data analysis, and passion for the crypto ecosystem.

Requirements

• Analytically Rigorous: Holds a strong academic or research background (preferably PhD-level) with a deep understanding of data analysis, statistics, and hypothesis-driven research
• Crypto-Native Curiosity: Has a solid grasp of blockchain fundamentals and a genuine passion for the crypto ecosystem, especially staking, validator dynamics, and protocol design
• Hands-On Data Explorer: Skilled at sourcing and analyzing on-chain data, and eager to contribute to public research outputs such as dashboards, blog posts, or whitepapers that elevate Chorus One’s industry presence
• Optimization-Driven Thinker: Enthusiastic about staking reward optimization and performance tuning within protocol constraints, always looking for ways to maximize outcomes for delegators and operators
• Code-Comfortable, Logic-First: Able to read and understand blockchain protocol implementations and validator logic. While not necessarily a developer, the candidate should have strong reasoning and algorithmic thinking skills
• Tool-Proficient: Experience with blockchain data platforms like Dune, Flipside, or equivalent tools to query, clean, and model complex datasets

Responsibilities

• Network Performance Analysis: Conduct in-depth, data-driven analysis of leading blockchain networks (Solana, Ethereum, Berachain, and TON) to uncover protocol trends, validator performance metrics, and network-level behaviors
• Validator Benchmarking: Develop and maintain comparative models to assess Chorus One's validator performance relative to peers, identifying areas for improvement and validating performance claims with robust data
• EVM & SOL-Specific Deep Dives: Drive focused research on EVM-compatible chains and Solana, with fluency in querying data, detecting patterns, and interpreting technical mechanisms unique to each ecosystem
• Collaborative Insight Generation: Partner with product, BD, and engineering teams to translate complex research into actionable insights, dashboards, and narratives that differentiate Chorus One in a competitive validator landscape

Benefits

• We offer a competitive fixed salary (110k to 130k USD) in your preferred local currency or stable coins , complemented by stock options , giving you a stake in the exciting future we’re building together
• We’re committed to your development! Benefit from an annual 3,000 CHF learning budget that goes beyond just conferences—supporting your physical, emotional, and mental well-being too
• Attend up to two conferences a year to dive deeper into the Web3 space and connect with the community
• Plus, jumpstart your crypto journey with our $1,000 Crypto Starter Kit to explore and engage with cryptocurrencies hands-on
• Collaboration is woven into our DNA. We thrive in multiplayer settings , ensuring every voice contributes to our mission
• Connect across teams through our buddy programs, regular virtual coffee chats, and biannual retreats , which offer unparalleled opportunities to build stronger relationships while tackling some of the industry's most exciting challenges
• Twice a year, we bring the entire team together for all-expenses-paid retreats in inspiring locations
• Embrace remote flexibility that empowers you to work from anywhere in the world
• Prefer a coworking space? We’ve got you covered with a 500 CHF/month coworking budget
• And for those growing their families, enjoy paid parental leave to ensure your personal and professional lives align seamlessly
• We practice radical candor , fostering an environment of open, honest feedback that helps us grow individually and as a team
• Expect a culture where learning from each other is not just encouraged—it’s celebrated
• We offer flexibility to suit your individual needs
• With the ability to provide local employment in over 150 countries , you’ll have access to local benefits tailored to your region
• Prefer contractor status instead? That’s an option too
• During the offer, we work with you to determine the best arrangement, ensuring your experience aligns with your personal and professional preferences