Vice President Quant Developer

Galaxy Digital Services
HK

Job Description

We are a diverse team of free thinkers, and fast movers united to help investors and creators energize the global economy. We are looking for individuals who thrive in a culture of builders and overachievers, embrace high performance, transparent feedback, and a mission-first approach.

Who You Are

We are seeking a highly skilled Quantitative Developer to join our Crypto trading desk. The successful candidate will collaborate with traders, quants, and other developers to design, implement, and optimize market making and quantitative trading strategies.

What You’ll Do

  • Develop, implement, and maintain high-performance trading algorithms and models for Crypto markets.
  • Collaborate with traders and quantitative analysts to understand trading strategies and translate them into efficient code.
  • Optimize existing trading systems for speed, reliability, and scalability.
  • Integrate new data sources and ensure data integrity for accurate model input.
  • Monitor and troubleshoot live trading systems, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal performance.
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in quantitative finance, software development, and Crypto markets.
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of development processes and tools.
  • Embrace and champion the thoughtful adoption of AI to improve team performance and business outcomes.
  • Leverage AI tools (e.g., generative AI, automation platforms, data copilots) to improve productivity, decision-making, and output quality in your day-to-day work.

What We’re Looking For

  • Experience working in algorithmic trading environments in Java.
  • Knowledge of tick data analytics and real-time market data processing.
  • Familiarity with cloud-based market access or hybrid deployments.
  • Proven experience in developing and implementing quantitative models and trading algorithms.
  • Strong programming skills in Java.
  • Experience with high-frequency / low-latency trading systems.
  • Experience working on an FX or Cryptocurrency trading desk.
  • Experience in integrating and executing strategies on DeFi platforms (SOL/ETH).
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Bonus Points

  • Experience in the DeFi, or crypto.
  • Experience with market making / market making as a service.
  • Exposure to regulatory or compliance-driven environments.
  • Familiarity with cloud-based infrastructure (e.g., AWS, GCP) or DevOps processes.

What We Offer

  • Competitive base salary and discretionary bonus.
  • Competitive paid time off.
  • Company-paid health and protective benefits for employees and their eligible dependents.
  • Free virtual coaching sessions through Headspace.
  • Free daily snacks in-office.
  • Opportunities to learn about the Crypto industry.
  • Smart, entrepreneurial, and fun colleagues.

Skills & Requirements

Technical Skills

JavaTick data analyticsReal-time market data processingCloud-based market accessHigh-frequency trading systemsDefi platformsAi toolsCommunicationQuantitative financeSoftware developmentCrypto markets

Level

senior

Posted

4/8/2026

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