Job Description

About WintermuteWintermute is one of the largest crypto-native algorithmic trading companies in digital assets. We provide liquidity algorithmically across most cryptocurrency exchanges and trading platforms, a broad range of OTC trading products as well as support high profile blockchain projects and traditional financial institutions moving into crypto. We actively participate in the development of the blockchain ecosystem through investments, partnerships, and incubation of projects.Wintermute was founded in 2017 by industry leaders and has successfully navigated multiple crypto industry cycles. Culturally, we combine the best of the two worlds: the technology standards of high-frequency trading firms in traditional markets and the innovative and entrepreneurial culture of technology startups. Read moreWorking at WintermuteWe are looking for a Graduate Algorithmic Trader with strong coding skills (Python) and a curiosity about hft, liquidity provision and crypto trading. At Wintermute, you will be responsible for your own xe2x80x9cdeskxe2x80x9d right from the start. You will have the opportunity to develop your own product (trading algorithms, trading strategies), while also getting advice and guidance from very experienced traders and developers, including the founders/management team. You will get a lot of independence and responsibility right away, and you'll learn at an unprecedented speed! No legacy systems, no corporate bureaucracy, no multiple levels of approvals. It is up to you to make an impact. You will act like an owner and your incentives will be completely aligned with those of the company!What will you work onAfter a short training period, you'll be tasked with improving existing strategies, adding new trading products and improving the technology behind our trading systems. You'll need to analyze large amounts of trading and transaction data, generate insights, prioritize them and build solutions based on your findings. You can expect to be able to make an immediate impact on P&L and will be encouraged to explore new ideas and strategies. We will share more technical details in the interviews. The point is: there is no limit set by the company!Note: we are looking for people with strong quantitative and coding skills, but this is a business/trading (not a research) role first and foremost. Hard Skills Requirements:

• Strong Python skills - you have 1-3 years of experience coding in Python, be that through work, study or personal project experience - we will test!
• Excellent quantitative and analytical skills - we will test!
• Trading knowledge isn't required but a strong willingness and curiosity to learn algorithmic, high-frequency, quantitative and liquidty provision trading is crucial
• Strong interest and curiosity in blockchain, crypto and DeFi - you like keeping track of major news and developments the crypto world

• Working at one of the most innovative trading firms globally.
• Engaging projects offering accelerated responsibilities and ownership compared to traditional finance environments.
• A vibrant working culture with frequent team meals, holiday celebrations, gaming events, and company-wide outings, including our annual Wintermute weekend getaway.
• A Wintermute-inspired office in central Singapore, featuring an array of amenities such as table tennis, personalized desk configurations, a cozy team breakout area with games and free food.
• Great company culture: informal, non-hierarchical, ambitious, highly professional with a startup vibe, collaborative and entrepreneurial.
• A performance-based compensation with a significant earning potential alongside standard perks like private health insurance.

• Although we are unable to accept fully remote candidates, we support significant flexibility in regards to working from home and working hours. We operate a hybrid working model.
• We are able to sponsor an Employment Pass for exceptional candidates however, we do prefer applicants to have a Singapore PR.

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