Tech Jobs: Quant Financial Engineer

Job Type: Remote.

Status: Full Time.

Location: London

Role: Quant Financial Engineer

About Us

Chainlink Labs leads the development of Chainlink, the decentralized computing platform powering the verifiable web. Chainlink is the industry-standard platform for accessing real-world data, offchain computation, and secure cross-chain interoperability across any blockchain. Collaborating with major financial institutions like Swift, DTCC, and ANZ, Chainlink Labs empowers verifiable applications in banking, DeFi, global trade, and gaming. We also partner with top Web3 teams including Aave, Compound, GMX, Maker, and Synthetix. In 2023, Chainlink Labs was recognized in Newsweek’s 100 Most Loved Workplaces in both the United States and United Kingdom.

The Finance Team

The Finance team at Chainlink Labs ensures the financial health and responsible operation of our business, optimizing for speed and scale while minimizing friction. We meticulously manage capital resources, anticipate future needs, allocate resources for maximum returns, analyze business performance, and uphold compliance and accountability. Our team collaborates closely with other departments to drive strategic outcomes.

We are seeking a highly skilled Quantitative Financial Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will possess a unique blend of programming expertise, dashboard skills, and a profound understanding of DeFi and crypto trading. You will lead and manage technical projects, execute DeFi and CEX trades, maintain and upgrade existing code repositories, and perform backtesting of investment strategies.

Objectives of this Role

Lead and manage technical projects from concept to execution, ensuring effective project management.
Execute DeFi and Centralized Exchange (CEX) trades efficiently and effectively.
Maintain and upgrade existing code repositories to ensure functionality and scalability.
Perform thorough backtesting of investment strategies and develop robust valuation models.
Utilize Python programming, SQL, and econometric modeling expertise to contribute to team success.

Skills & Qualifications

Proficiency in Python programming and SQL, including database design and optimization.
Experience in backtesting and building econometric models.
Familiarity with Power BI or similar dashboard creation tools.
Quantitative background with a strong understanding of DeFi and crypto trading.
Project management skills to lead technical projects effectively.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent communication skills to convey complex ideas and findings effectively.
Familiarity with Linux and hands-on experience with cloud services, preferably GCP.
Trading experience, particularly with Crypto or Fixed Income products.
Practical knowledge of DeFi protocols and smart contracts.
Understanding of Risk Management and Fixed Income.
Adaptability to new technologies and methodologies.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Proven ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks efficiently.

Preferred Qualifications

Proven ability in developing algorithms and trading strategies for stock or cryptocurrency markets.
Hands-on experience with large time-series datasets.
Experience in designing and maintaining low-latency, high-availability asynchronous systems.

All roles with Chainlink Labs are global and remote-based. We encourage applicants to have some overlap with Eastern Standard Time (EST) working hours.

Commitment to Equal Opportunity

Chainlink Labs is an equal opportunity employer. We provide fair consideration for employment in compliance with applicable laws. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability or special need during the application process, please contact us via this form.

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