Junior Quantitative Trader - (Remote)

Job ID: 37387745

Budget: $25 – $50 USD

**Junior Quantitative Trader - Full Time (Remote)**

**Role Summary / Overview**
At Openmesh, we are revolutionizing the crypto and Web 3.0 landscape by building a petabyte-scale decentralized data infrastructure. Our mission is to provide universal access to unaltered, high-quality data, empowering individuals and advancing crypto and web3 technologies. We operate on a foundation of open-source principles and community governance, ensuring that data remains untampered and accessible to all.

**About Us**
For the last 3 years, we have been building Openmesh- a full-stack, decentralized data cloud infrastructure built on a global network of bare metal servers. It is the largest open data lake, covering approximately 80% of the entire crypto and web3 ecosystem today. Openmesh enables anyone to create their own decentralized data cloud, connect globally, share data securely, slash deployment costs, and automate data cloud setup.

The Openmesh Network is designed to collect, store, process, stream, and provide data connectivity for anyone, anywhere, anytime, without the need for registration, licensing, or payments. Think of Openmesh as the internet's open data fabric. It grants universal access and prevents interference by regulations, governments, corporations, and even its own creators. The possibilities are endless.

**About OPEN Data and Infrastructure Summit 2023**

Openmesh is hosting the first of an annual event, OPEN D/I.

**Vision**

In order to preserve a democratized society, data infrastructure should be open and easily accessible to the general public, with no barriers to entry and without much interference from regulations, governments, and/or corporations.

**Mission**

To educate, raise awareness and unite pioneers, entrepreneurs, innovators, policymakers and change-makers to push for an open, decentralized web. Global issues demand global collaboration. Together, we can shape a democratic tech future.

Getting the design right
It's important for us to get the design right. Technology is moving so fast and we need to build technologies responsibly. Nurturing innovation and growth while safeguarding what is most important to humanity is crucial for securing a better future.

**Responsibilities**
- As a Quantitative Trader at Openmesh, your role is pivotal in shaping the future of decentralized data infrastructure. You will collaborate with a diverse team of quantitative traders, researchers, and developers to drive innovation in the following ways:
- Pricing and Risk Management: Apply your profound understanding of pricing, execution, and risk management within index futures and cash equity markets to guide trading strategies.
- Algorithmic Trading: Engage with algorithmic trading systems, specializing in high and/or mid-frequency trading strategies to maximize trading performance.
- Data-Driven Insights: Demonstrate exceptional analytical skills, especially in identifying opportunities through the analysis of extensive datasets.
- Mathematical Modeling: Apply advanced mathematical and statistical modeling techniques to create, refine, and optimize trading models.
- Prototype and Iterate: Rapidly prototype and iterate on trading strategies, ensuring adaptability and competitiveness in dynamic markets.
- Leverage In-House Resources: Effectively utilize and contribute to our in-house libraries and comprehensive market datasets.
- Programming Expertise: Utilize your programming experience in languages such as Python, Java, or C++ to enhance trading strategies and workflows (considered a strong plus).
**Qualifications / Requirements**
To excel in this role, you should possess the following qualifications:
- Educational Background: A degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields (Masters/PhD preferred).
- Analytical Skills: Exceptional analytical skills with a focus on extracting valuable insights from large datasets.
- Algorithmic Trading Knowledge: Familiarity with algorithmic trading systems, particularly high and/or mid-frequency trading.
- Mathematical and Statistical Modeling: Proficiency in mathematical and statistical modeling, employing a range of techniques.
- Agility: The ability to rapidly prototype and iterate on trading strategies in response to market dynamics.
- Programming Skills: Programming experience in languages such as Python, Java, or C++ is considered a strong plus.
- Problem-Solving Passion: A deep passion for solving complex problems and a strong drive for achieving results.
- Collaborative Mindset: A preference for collaborative work within a like-minded team.
**What You’ll Get**
By joining Openmesh as a Junior Quantitative Researcher, you will enjoy the following benefits:
- Competitive compensation package.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development within a pioneering industry.
- Engagement in an open-source community that values data integrity and innovation.
- A collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued.
- The opportunity to be at the forefront of transformative developments in the crypto and Web 3.0 landscape.
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