Quantitative Researcher / Data Scientist

Quantitative Researcher –

Crypto Markets & Signal Modeling A remote-first trading company is looking for a Quantitative Researcher or Data Scientist to help uncover short-term alpha in emerging crypto assets. You'll focus on surfacing opportunities in memecoin markets using a mix of blockchain analytics, sentiment signals, and time-series modeling.

Key Details:

• Start date: ASAP
• Location: Remote - Europe
• Contract: 3 months (potential to extend or go permanent)
• Rate: €500–€550/day

Role Overview

• Develop data-driven signals using blockchain indicators such as wallet flows, token velocity, and on-chain user activity
• Build fast-reacting models to support short-horizon trading strategies with high win potential
• Use real-world backtesting and live data to validate and adjust strategy parameters
• Track platform-level performance metrics (e.g. retention, revenue trends) to support operational insights
• Work closely with engineering teams to translate models into production-grade trading bots

Ideal Profile

• Advanced academic background (PhD or equivalent experience) in a quantitative discipline
• Previous work in high-performance trading environments (HFT, hedge funds, or crypto-native quant firms)
• Strong command of Python, R, or MATLAB with a focus on market modeling and alpha research
• Familiarity with crypto trading ecosystems, especially volatile altcoins or Solana-based assets
• Comfortable navigating uncertain, noisy data and high-frequency environments