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Junior Quant Research Analyst

Job in Berkeley, Alameda County, California, 94709, USA
Listing for: Rockaway group
Full Time position
Listed on 2025-12-11
Job specializations:
  • Finance & Banking
    Data Scientist
  • IT/Tech
    Data Scientist, Data Analyst
Job Description & How to Apply Below

We are seeking a highly motivated Junior Quant Analyst to join our growing research team. This is an exceptional opportunity for talented postgraduates or recent graduates eager to launch their career in quantitative research and digital assets.

You will work directly under our experienced Head of Research based between New York and Prague
, gaining hands‑on mentorship and exposure to cutting‑edge systematic trading research in crypto markets. If you are passionate about quantitative methods, programming, and blockchain innovation, we want to hear from you.

THE ROLE:
  • Support the development and improvement of systematic trading strategies in crypto markets
  • Run back‑tests, parameter optimizations, and scenario analyses to evaluate strategy performance
  • Help track model results and produce clear, well‑structured quantitative insights
  • Collaborate with developers and engineers to implement and refine trading models
  • Contribute to research on new signals, datasets, and modeling approaches
HOW DO WE PICTURE YOU:
  • Degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Physics, Computer Science
    , or a related quantitative field (suitable for recent or upcoming graduates)
  • Solid programming ability in Python
    ; familiarity with SQL and version control is a plus
  • Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with great attention to detail
  • Good communication skills and a collaborative mindset
  • Basic understanding of financial markets or derivatives (a strong interest is sufficient—deep experience not required)
  • Coursework or exposure to topics such as statistics, Monte Carlo methods, optimization, time‑series analysis
    , or stochastic processes is advantageous
WE

OFFER:
  • Direct mentorship from a former ex‑Citibank trader and Berkeley graduate with extensive quantitative expertise and top‑tier industry experience
  • A unique opportunity to kickstart your career in systematic trading and blockchain research
  • A front‑row seat to the rapidly evolving world of digital assets and decentralized finance
  • A high‑impact environment where your ideas and contributions are valued
  • Competitive compensation with performance‑based bonuses

We’d love to hear from you!

What’s your experience with crypto, trading, or anything blockchain‑related—professional, academic, personal projects, or even hobbies? Feel free to share anything you think is interesting or relevant!

Please email your covering letter and CV to

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