Quantitative Researcher – High-Frequency & Crypto Markets - Eka Finance

Key Responsibilities

• Research and implement high-frequency trading strategies, leveraging deep knowledge of market microstructure

• Analyze large-scale market data to uncover inefficiencies and design robust, data-driven models

• Build and maintain simulation and backtesting tools aligned with real-world trading conditions

• Write and optimize production-grade code for signal generation, execution logic, and infrastructure components

• Collaborate across disciplines to ensure seamless integration of research and engineering efforts

• Monitor strategy performance, adapt models to changing market conditions, and manage risk

Requirements

• Strong experience in high-frequency trading or systematic strategies within crypto or traditional markets

• Advanced programming skills in Python , along with proficiency in at least one compiled language (Rust preferred , C++ or Go also welcome)

• Deep understanding of market microstructure and the technical nuances of low-latency trading

• Background in a quantitative discipline such as mathematics, statistics, physics, computer science, or engineering (MSc or PhD preferred)

• Practical experience working with large datasets, real-time data pipelines, and cloud-based research environments

• Familiarity with version control systems (Git), Linux/Unix environments, and containerization tools such as Docker

• Strong problem-solving ability, high attention to detail, and a mindset geared toward continuous improvement

Location

This role is based in

London

. We believe in the power of close collaboration, and candidates should either be located in London or willing to relocate. Support for relocation is available.