Quantitative Developer

Job Description

As a Quantitative Developer at Kronos, you will directly work as a team member in a world-class trading team, providing technical support and growing with the team. You will collaborate directly with quantitative researchers to expand trading opportunities and implement high-frequency trading algorithms. You will leverage cutting-edge technology to solve complex real-world problems in a fast-paced environment. Being directly affiliated with a trading team means your rewards will be directly tied to the team's performance, presenting a valuable opportunity for you as the bull market approaches.

Responsibilities

• Strategy Implementation and Maintenance: Develop new trading logic to address specific trading requirements. Maintain and optimize existing trading strategies. Provide technical support for the long-term development of the trading team.
• Integration and Maintenance of Exchange APIs: Integrate and maintain exchange APIs. Optimize API connections for low-latency and high-performance trading systems. Ensure the security and stability of API connections. Integrate the API with existing trading programs. Stay updated on changes in exchange APIs and follow industry best practices.

Qualifications

• Degree: Advanced training (Bachelor, Master, Ph.D.) from a top school in Computer Science, Math, Statistics, Physics, Financial Engineering, Economics, or another highly quantitative field.
• Programming Proficiency:
  • Programming Languages: Proficiency in modern C++ and Python within a Linux environment.
  • Software Engineering: Expertise in object-oriented programming, design patterns, and proficiency in data structures and algorithms.
  • Quality Assurance: Capable of producing readable, clean, well-structured, maintainable, and efficient code.
  • Independent Working Capability: Able to independently implement features, write testing scripts, and adeptly resolve issues.
• API Proficiency:
  • Comprehensive understanding of RESTful APIs, WebSocket, HTTP, WebSocket, FIX, GRPC, and other communication protocols. 
  • Understanding of signature algorithms, like ECDSA.
  • Knowledge of API versioning, error handling, and optimization techniques for API performance.
  • Strong problem-solving skills to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues that may arise during API integration.
• Personality:
  • Enthusiastic and actively passionate about trading.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changes in the financial landscape.
  • Display a high level of accountability and responsibility.
  • Strong communication skills and a proven ability to engage effectively with team members.

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding financial markets, exchanges, high-frequency trading, and cryptocurrencies, along with practical trading experience in financial markets or related domains.
• Over 2 years of hands-on experience in C++. Demonstrated expertise in low-latency C++ programming with hands-on experience in API integration.
• Understanding DeFi and smart contracts.
• Proficiency in SQL and bash programming.