Quantitative Developer

Who are we looking for?

BlockTech is a high-paced algorithmic trading firm facilitating global decentralised trading in cryptocurrency derivatives while expanding to regulated markets.

We are growing like never before and we are looking for a Quantitative Developer who wants to join us in this exciting scale-up phase!

What will you do?

• Collaborate directly with Traders and Developers on the trading floor to evaluate and improve our models
• Explore new trading opportunities and develop back-testing tools
• Test your ideas on high-volume market data and implement them in production

What is in it for you?

• Full-time position in a relaxed and trendy office located in Amsterdam.

• Competitive base salary, a pension plan, and a very attractive bonus plan based on your performance and the company’s results.

• Additionally, outstanding performance is rewarded with the opportunity to buy into the trading fund.

• Laptop, home office budget, reimbursement of your internet costs at home, and transportation allowance, including a company bike plan.

• Breakfast and warm lunch. Additionally, snacks and drinks are provided throughout the day.

• Extensive in-house training program in combination with an annual learning & development budget.

• Physical and mental wellness program: Reimbursement of gym membership; frequent sports events; the opportunity to do all kinds of sports during working hours, including kickboxing, CrossFit, fitness, padel, and soccer; in-house gym; in-house physiotherapist, barber, and masseur; unlimited access to a psychologist.

• Regular social events, including bi-annual trips abroad, monthly outings, and weekly Friday drinks.

• For internationals: All-in relocation package and Dutch classes.

Our culture

At our core, we are a dynamic team of trading and tech enthusiasts dedicated to automating the manual trading process. Our collaborative, boundary-free approach ensures that everyone contributes to achieving our ambitious goals.

In this role, you will be both challenged and stretched, with ample opportunities for growth and development, both within and beyond your main responsibilities.

We invest in our people by offering a competitive compensation and benefits package, fostering innovation, and celebrating success. Our commitment to diversity transcends traditional norms; we provide an equal playing field, promote reverse leadership, and offer boundless growth opportunities for all our employees.

• An academic degree in Econometrics, Mathematics, Physics or any other quantitative field with excellent study results (cum laude or higher)
• Experience working with Python, C++ and/or Rust
• Good written and verbal communication skills in English
• Proven versatility and ability to pick up new technologies and learn systems quickly
• A positive can-do attitude and a creative mind
• Willingness to commit long-term