Co-Founder & Quantitative Developer

AlphaHav Capital | Amsterdam (Remote possible for exceptional candidates)

About Us

AlphaHav Capital is a proprietary trading firm operating at the intersection of traditional finance and decentralized markets. We run:

• High-frequency market making (sub-millisecond execution)
• Statistical arbitrage strategies across multiple venues
• DEX arbitrage with institutional-grade infrastructure
• Automated trading systems with 24/7 uptime

We're based in Frankfurt and London, trading millions daily with our own capital.

The Opportunity

We're looking for a technical co-founder who can build and scale our next-generation trading infrastructure. This is not an employee role - you'll own 25-35% equity and shape the firm's technical direction.

You'll be responsible for:

• Designing ultra-low-latency trading systems (microsecond-level optimization)
• Building and improving arbitrage detection algorithms
• Developing execution strategies across CEX and DEX venues
• Infrastructure: co-location, exchange connectivity, risk management
• Research and implementation of new alpha signals

We're Looking For

Required Background:

• 5+ years at a top-tier proprietary trading firm or hedge fundTarget firms: Citadel, Jane Street, Jump Trading, Two Sigma, Optiver, IMC Trading, Flow Traders, DE Shaw, Hudson River Trading
• Proven track record building sub-millisecond trading systems
• Deep expertise in C++ or Rust for low-latency applications
• Experience with exchange connectivity, FIX protocols, co-location
• Strong understanding of market microstructure and execution dynamics

Nice to Have:

• FPGA, kernel bypass, or hardware acceleration experience
• Published research in quantitative finance or computer science
• Background in blockchain/DeFi infrastructure
• Track record of P&L-positive strategies you've developed

Not a Fit If:

• You've only worked at banks or buy-side funds (we need prop trading DNA)
• You're looking for salary-only compensation
• You haven't built production trading systems from scratch
• You need extensive management or hand-holding

What We Offer

• 25-35% equity in a profitable, growing firm
• Competitive base + performance bonus structure
• Full technical autonomy - you own the stack
• Work with experienced traders who understand markets deeply
• Capital to deploy your strategies immediately
• Flat hierarchy, no corporate BS
• Amsterdam/Frankfurt/London offices or remote for the right candidate

Our Stack (Current)

• Languages: C++, Python, Rust
• Infrastructure: AWS, co-location at major exchanges
• Data: Real-time tick data, order book analytics
• Execution: Direct exchange connectivity, smart order routing

You'll rebuild and improve this as you see fit.

Application Process

Please include:

1. CV/LinkedIn with firms and specific projects
2. GitHub or code samples (if public)
3. Brief description (200-300 words) of the most complex trading system or arbitrage strategy you've built - technical details matter
4. Why you're interested in co-founding vs. staying at your current firm

No agencies. No junior candidates. No generic applications.

Next Steps

• Initial call: 30min technical discussion
• Technical deep-dive: Architecture design challenge
• On-site/video: Meet the team, discuss equity & strategy
• Move fast: we can close in 2-3 weeks for the right person

Questions? DM us directly or email: [email protected]

Location: Amsterdam preferred | Frankfurt | London | Remote considered for exceptional candidates

AlphaHav Capital is a privately-held proprietary trading firm. We trade our own capital and do not manage external funds.