Vp Quant

The CoinDCX Journey Building the Future of Finance At CoinDCX our mission is clear - to make crypto and blockchain accessible to every Indian and enable them to participate in the future of finance As India s first crypto unicorn valued at 2 45B we are reshaping the financial ecosystem by building safe transparent and scalable products that power adoption at scale We believe that change starts together It begins with bold ideas relentless execution and people who want to build what s next If you re driven by purpose and thrive in environments where your work defines the next chapter of an industry you ll feel right at home here About the Role This isn t a typical VP Quant role You will work on initiatives that genuinely transform how finance works in India a type of work few roles offer We are seeking an exceptional Director of Quantitative Trading to lead our market quality initiatives and trading strategies for our crypto exchange platform This high-impact role combines quantitative research algorithmic trading strategy development and technical infrastructure optimization to ensure world-class order book quality and competitive positioning in the Indian crypto market Taking tradeoffs of exchange design and design of its components wrt risk reliability UX and costs What You ll Do Order Book Quality Market Microstructure Own the overall market quality metrics across all trading pairs spot derivatives and web3 Monitor and maintain optimal bid-ask spreads and order book depth across all pairs in real-time Develop quantitative models to predict and prevent liquidity gaps or market dislocations Design and implement automated alerts and intervention mechanisms for spread widening or depth deterioration Establish dynamic spread and depth targets based on pair volatility volume and market conditions Conduct post-trade analysis to identify patterns in liquidity provision and consumption Build simulation frameworks to test market quality under various stress scenarios Collaborate with market makers to optimize their quoting strategies and improve fill rates Quantitative Strategy Development Design backtest and deploy algorithmic trading strategies across multiple venues Spot Arbitrage Cross-exchange price discrepancies and triangular arbitrage opportunities Futures Arbitrage Cash-and-carry basis trading and inter-exchange futures arbitrage Web3 Arbitrage DEX-CEX arbitrage cross-chain opportunities and DeFi yield optimization Develop statistical arbitrage and mean reversion strategies leveraging correlation patterns Build market-making algorithms to supplement external MM liquidity where needed Create hedging strategies to manage inventory risk and delta exposure Implement high-frequency trading strategies for sub-second execution opportunities Continuously optimize strategy parameters using machine learning and adaptive algorithms Monitor strategy P L Sharpe ratios and risk metrics in real-time Develop risk management frameworks to control position limits and exposure Infrastructure Low-Latency Systems Partner with Product and Engineering teams to design ultra-low-latency trading infrastructure Define technical requirements for market maker connectivity including API performance standards latency throughput reliability WebSocket streaming architecture Order routing and matching engine specifications Lead the design of co-location and proximity hosting solutions for market makers Optimize tick-to-trade latency across the entire trading stack Conduct latency measurements and benchmarking against competitor exchanges Identify and eliminate bottlenecks in order processing market data dissemination and execution Design and review system architecture for data feeds order management and risk controls Establish monitoring and alerting systems for infrastructure performance Work with tech teams to implement smart order routing and execution algorithms Research Innovation Stay abreast of developments in quantitative finance market microstructure and crypto markets Research emerging trading opportunities in DeFi protocols and new token listings Evaluate and integrate new data sources on-chain data sentiment analysis order flow analytics Prototype new trading strategies and conduct rapid experimentation Build proprietary quantitative models for price prediction volatility forecasting and risk assessment You ll Excel in This Role If You Education PhD Master s or Bachelor s degree in Quantitative Finance Mathematics Statistics Computer Science Physics or related field from a premier institution IIT IISc BITS or equivalent Strong academic record with demonstrated excellence in quantitative subjects Experience 8-12 years of experience in quantitative trading algorithmic trading or market making At least 5 years of experience in markets with deep understanding of spot and derivatives trading Proven track record of developing monitoring and deploying profitable trading strategies Experience building or working closely with low-latency trading systems Prior experience managing order book quality or working at an exchange preferred Technical Skills Programming Expert-level proficiency in Python C or Rust ability to write production-grade code Quantitative Methods Advanced statistics time series analysis stochastic calculus optimization theory Machine Learning Experience with ML frameworks TensorFlow PyTorch for predictive modeling Data Analysis Strong command of pandas numpy scipy and data visualization tools Trading Systems Hands-on experience with trading APIs order management systems and market data infrastructure Blockchain Web3 Understanding of DeFi protocols smart contracts and on-chain analytics Databases Proficiency with time-series databases InfluxDB TimescaleDB and SQL Domain Expertise Deep understanding of market microstructure order book dynamics and execution algorithms Expertise in arbitrage strategies across spot futures and DeFi markets Knowledge of latency optimization techniques and high-frequency trading architecture Familiarity with crypto or public markets exchange technology stack and matching engines Understanding of risk management principles and position sizing methodologies Awareness of Indian crypto regulations and compliance requirements You ll Know You re Winning When Analytical Rigor Exceptional problem-solving skills and attention to detail Technical Excellence Ability to bridge quantitative research and engineering implementation Strategic Thinking Can balance short-term tactical improvements with long-term strategic goals Collaboration Excellent communication skills to work across quant product and engineering teams Adaptability Thrives in fast-paced dynamic crypto markets with rapidly changing conditions Ownership Takes full accountability for market quality and strategy performance Hiring Process Here s what your journey with us looks like Application Review - We assess for skills alignment and intent Recruiter Connect - A short conversation to understand you better Functional Round s - Deep dive into your approach craft and problem-solving Assignment Simulation Round -A take-home task or live problem-solving exercise to understand how you think and execute in real scenarios Culture Values Discussion - A conversation to understand our ways of working and how you thrive best Founder Conversation Optional - For certain roles and senior levels you may meet our founders to explore strategic alignment and long-term fit Where We Work We believe the best ideas emerge when people build together Collaboration speed and trust come alive when teams share the same space With this belief we operate as a work-from-office organisation This role is based out of our Bangalore office where energy alignment and innovation move in real time Perks That Empower You We believe great people deserve great experiences Design Your Own Benefits Flexible perks to match your lifestyle Unlimited Wellness Leaves Rest and recharge as you need Mental Wellness Support Access to therapy and wellness resources Learning Sessions Bi-weekly learning and growth opportunities Ready to Build What s Next If you re looking for a role that gives you direct access to high-stakes decisions deep impact and a chance to build the future of finance this is it Join CoinDCX and help us make crypto accessible to every Indian together