Job Description

The Role

We are seeking an exceptionally mathematical

Quantitative Researcher

to join our core trading team. In this role, you won't just analyze data; you will be the architect of our predictive edge. You will focus on the full lifecycle of strategy development--from mining "alpha" in noisy datasets to building sophisticated pricing simulations that ensure we remain market-neutral and profitable in all conditions.

Key Responsibilities

Alpha Generation:

Identify, backtest, and implement novel predictive signals (alphas) for digital assets using high-frequency and alternative data.

Predictive Modelling:

Design and refine statistical and machine learning models to forecast market movements, liquidity shifts, and execution outcomes.

Pricing Simulation:

Develop and maintain advanced simulation frameworks to stress-test pricing models and trading logic against various market regimes and edge cases.

Strategy Optimization:

Collaborate closely with Quantitative Traders to translate research findings into production-ready systematic strategies.

DeFi Research:

Conduct deep-dives into protocol mechanics (EVM, L2s, AMMs) to uncover structural inefficiencies and arbitrage opportunities.

What You Bring

Advanced Quantitative Background:

A Master's or PhD in a highly mathematical field (e.g., Physics, Statistics, Applied Math, Financial Engineering, or Computer Science).

Proven Experience:

5+ years of experience in a Quantitative Research role, preferably within a proprietary trading firm, hedge fund, or high-frequency environment.

Alpha Expertise:

A track record of developing successful predictive models and a deep understanding of time-series analysis and statistical arbitrage.

The "Predictive Edge":

You think in probabilities and distributions. You are obsessed with reducing noise and identifying the underlying drivers of price action.

Technical Proficiency:

Expert-level Python (NumPy, Pandas, Scipy, PyTorch/TensorFlow). Experience with Rust or C++ is a significant plus.

About Tokka Labs

Tokka Labs is a leading proprietary trading firm at the intersection of quantitative finance and decentralized ecosystems. We are pioneers in digital asset market making, leveraging cutting-edge technology and rigorous research to provide liquidity across 40+ protocols and chains. With over $10B in annual trading volume, we treat market problems as scientific questions, building proprietary systems that trade 24/7 in the world's most volatile environments.