Experienced Defi Trader

Job Description

Kronos Research is a technology and science-driven quantitative trading firm. Driven by our core values, we risk firm capital to pursue new ideas and profit opportunities with conviction and as such, we have been at the forefront of technology and research, quickly dominating newer markets such as applying HFT to cryptocurrency markets globally. We have reached milestones of trading more than $20 Billion USD in a single day alone and more than $5 Billion USD of average daily volume.

We are always seeking exceptional Experienced Defi Traders to join our existing teams and/or start new teams. If you meet the following criteria, we would love to speak with you.

Responsibilities:

1. Manage and optimize cryptocurrency portfolios, employing quantitative strategies to achieve consistent returns.
2. Develop, backtest, and implement trading strategies in the cryptocurrency markets, balancing risk and reward.
3. Conduct deep analysis of crypto assets and market trends to make data-driven investment decisions.
4. Collaborate with researchers, data scientists, and tech teams to refine strategies and improve portfolio performance.
5. Monitor and manage risks associated with trading strategies to ensure alignment with firm objectives.
6. Communicate portfolio performance and risk analysis to senior management and stakeholders regularly.

Qualifications:

1. Exceptional educational background from a top-tier global institution.
2. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in live trading in the defi space.
3. A passion for learning about protocol microstructure and design mechanisms.
4. Strong proficiency in on-chain research, risk management, and statistical analysis.
5. Programming skills (Python, Rust, Solidity, etc.) to implement, refine and execute strategies is a strong plus.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

1. Deep understanding of the cryptocurrency landscape, including DeFi, tokenomics, and blockchain technology.
2. Curious about new technologies and research papers.