Quantitative Trader

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Quantitative Trader to manage and optimize an algorithmic, delta-neutral strategies portfolio. You will be responsible for managing backtest schedules, allocating capital to existing strategies, and automating processes to ensure efficiency. This role is highly technical and requires a strong analytical mindset, focus, and the ability to take ownership of tasks in a fast-paced environment.

⚠️ IMPORTANT: We consider only candidates with proven live-trading experience and a documented strategy performance record that meets the following criteria::

• Asset Classes:Spot, Perpetual Swaps, and Dated Futures. (Note: Options-based strategies are not currently under consideration).

• Strategy Types:

  • HFT:Classic market-making, microstructure models, and ML-driven approaches.

  • MFT:Directional ML models or portfolio-based strategies (e.g., Statistical Arbitrage, Beta-Neutral models).

• Performance Metrics:

  • Sharpe Ratio:3.0+

  • Daily Capital Turnover:3.0+

  • Target APY (Post-Leverage):

    • High-Capacity MFT:30%+

    • Low-Capacity HFT:100%+

What We Offer

We are committed to creating an environment where talented traders can thrive. We provide the tools, support, and financial incentives necessary for success.

• Competitive PnL ShareWe offer an above-market payout structure designed to generously reward strong performance. We believe that you should earn a significant share of the profits you generate, and our terms are both flexible and negotiable for top-performing strategies.

• Path to LeadershipFor high-impact contributors, we offer a clear path to leadership roles within our growing quant division. This is a unique opportunity for those interested in not just trading, but also in building and leading a world-class team.

• Autonomy & SupportWe empower you to focus on what you do best—trading. You will have full ownership of your strategy and research without rigid top-down bureaucracy. Our role is to provide the capital, infrastructure, and collaborative support you need to succeed.

• Tier-1 Trading InfrastructureGain a competitive edge with access to our top-tier technology stack, built for performance and scale. This includes low-latency infrastructure, direct market access (DMA) to major exchanges, and dedicated engineering resources.

• Collaborative & Flat StructureWe foster a non-siloed environment with direct access to senior traders, engineers, and leadership. This open communication culture accelerates development, encourages knowledge sharing, and helps solve complex problems faster.

• Relocation to DubaiFor successful candidates interested in joining our main office, we provide a comprehensive relocation package to facilitate a smooth transition to Dubai for you and your family.

Technical Requirements & Expectations:

• Experience with ML pipelines and MLOps tools
• Familiarity with tools like Kedro, Optuna, and orchestration systems
• Capable of working with clusters for training and deploying models
• Comfortable structuring workflow from data cleaning to production-ready pipeline
• Skilled in automation tools for efficient, reliable model deployment
• Able to work independently with minimal onboarding support

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Brings a ready-to-trade proprietary strategy
• Demonstrated live trading experience with proven profitability metrics (PnL history, risk metrics, win rate)
• Strong technical understanding of market microstructure, execution optimization, and infrastructure demands (latency sensitivity, tick-to-trade, co-location benefits)
• Ability to clearly articulate infrastructure, connectivity, and operational needs
• Comfortable working independently, while being ready to collaborate with our engineering and devops teams for optimization
• Strong preference for candidates with crypto trading experience (Binance, Bybit, OKEX, etc.); traditional market experience is welcome if the strategy is adaptable

Additional details:

– This role reports directly to the Managing Partner/Head of Trading, offering tremendous growth opportunities.
– Rust knowledge is a strong plus.
– Expertise in applying AI tools to finance is an edge
– Preference for candidates in the Dubai timezone, with an even stronger preference for those based in Dubai.
– Good English is a plus, but day-to-day most team members speak Russian

Originally posted on Himalayas