Morgan McKinley
VP, Quantitative Developer
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VP, Quantitative Developer – Institutional Digital Assets
Location: London (On-site/Hybrid)
Position Type: Full-time
About the Company
We are partnering with a global leader in digital assets and infrastructure, dedicated to delivering solutions that accelerate progress across both finance and artificial intelligence. Operating at the intersection of traditional finance and cutting-edge technology, this institutional platform spans trading, investment banking, asset management, and tokenization technology. They are seeking individuals who thrive in a high-performance culture of builders and embrace transparent feedback and independent decision-making.
The Role
Our client is seeking a highly skilled VP-level Quantitative Developer to join their active Crypto trading desk. In this high-impact position, you will collaborate closely with traders, quants, and fellow engineers to design, implement, and optimize sophisticated market-making and quantitative trading strategies.
Key Responsibilities:
- Algorithm Development: Develop, implement, and maintain high-performance trading algorithms and models specifically tailored for Crypto markets.
- System Optimization: Optimize existing trading systems for maximum speed, reliability, and scalability while ensuring minimal downtime on live trading systems.
- Strategy Execution: Collaborate with quantitative analysts and traders to fully understand complex trading strategies and translate them into highly efficient code.
- Data Integration: Integrate new data sources and guarantee data integrity for accurate model inputs.
- AI Adoption: Actively champion and leverage modern AI tools (including generative AI, data copilots, and automation platforms) to dramatically improve day-to-day productivity and output quality.
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What We Are Looking For
- Core Engineering: Proven experience working in algorithmic trading environments with exceptionally strong programming skills in Java.
- Trading Systems: Deep experience building and maintaining high-frequency / low-latency trading systems.
- Domain Expertise: Prior experience working directly on an FX or Cryptocurrency trading desk.
- Market Data: Advanced knowledge of tick data analytics and real-time market data processing.
- DeFi Execution: Proven hands-on experience integrating and executing trading strategies on top-tier DeFi platforms (specifically SOL / ETH).
- Infrastructure: Familiarity with cloud-based market access or hybrid deployment models.
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Bonus Points:
- Direct experience with Market Making or Market Making as a Service (MMaaS).
- Familiarity with cloud-based infrastructure (AWS, GCP) and modern DevOps processes.
- Exposure to heavily regulated or compliance-driven trading environments.
What Is On Offer
- A highly competitive base salary paired with a discretionary bonus.
- Comprehensive company-paid health and protective benefits for employees and eligible dependents.
- Access to free virtual coaching and professional counselling sessions.
- The opportunity to work alongside smart, entrepreneurial colleagues in a highly aligned, loosely coupled environment.
To apply or learn more, please apply directly via this post or send a direct message for a confidential discussion.
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