VP, Quantitative Developer - Risk Engineering
Role in brief
Galaxy Digital seeks a VP, Quantitative Developer to design and implement quantitative models and applications for risk engineering. This role involves close collaboration with risk and finance partners to build resilient systems in the digital asset space. Candidates with a strong background in quantitative finance and Python, ideally with experience in platforms like Beacon or SecDb, should apply.
About the role
This role focuses on developing and maintaining quantitative models and applications within risk engineering. The work involves designing new solutions and enhancing existing ones, ensuring they meet the demands of a rapidly evolving digital asset market. A key aspect is building and extending frameworks to improve system resilience and efficiency, contributing to enterprise-level solutions.
The successful candidate will work closely with risk, finance, and business partners to understand their requirements and architect appropriate technical solutions. This collaborative environment requires clear communication to translate complex technical topics for various audiences. The position also emphasizes maintaining high-quality code and documentation, adhering to the standards of a regulated financial institution.
A core part of this role involves leveraging AI tools to enhance productivity and decision-making within the team and for business outcomes. This includes using generative AI, automation platforms, and data copilots in daily work. The aim is to thoughtfully adopt AI to improve performance and quality in a fast-growing company at the intersection of finance and technology.
The salary for this role ranges from $225,000 to $280,000 annually, with a competitive base salary and discretionary bonus.
Skills that matter here
- Python: Proficiency in Python is a required skill for developing quantitative models and applications.
- AI: This role involves embracing and championing the adoption of AI tools to improve team performance and business outcomes.
- SQL: Experience with SQL and databases is a beneficial skill for this position.
- Beacon Platform: Familiarity with Beacon Platform is a strong advantage for candidates.
- SecDb: Familiarity with SecDb is a strong advantage for candidates.
- Quartz: Familiarity with Quartz is a strong advantage for candidates.
Who this role suits
- A person with at least five years of experience in a quantitative or engineering role within a financial institution.
- Someone with a degree in a quantitative subject such as computer science, engineering, or physics.
- An individual who can effectively communicate complex technical topics to diverse audiences.
- A professional who values high-quality code and documentation, and can adhere to regulatory standards.
From the employer
What You’ll Do:
- Work on design, development and implementation of new and existing quantitative models, processes and applications
- Work closely with risk, finance and business partners to understand their needs and architect appropriate solutions
- Build, extend and maintain frameworks to ensure our systems are ever more resilient, efficient and adaptable in a fast-changing market and a fast-growing company
- Work with the broader engineering team towards building world-class enterprise solutions
- Write and maintain high-quality code and documentation and work with Model Risk Management to ensure it conforms to the high standards required in a regulated financial institution
- Embrace and champion the thoughtful adoption of AI to improve team performance and business outcomes.
- Leverage AI tools (e.g., generative AI, automation platforms, data copilots) to improve productivity, decision-making, and output quality in your day-to-day work
What We’re Looking For:
- 5+ years of experience in a Quant and / or Engineering role at a financial institution
- Degree in computer science, engineering, physics, or another quantitative subject
- Proficiency in Python required
- Familiarity with Beacon Platform, SecDb, Athena or Quartz a strong plus
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey technical topics to a diverse audience
Bonus Points:
- Familiarity with Digital Assets and DeFi
- Experience with SQL, relational, and non-relational databases
What We Offer:
- Competitive base salary and discretionary bonus
- Hybrid/Flexible Working Arrangements
- Flexible Time Off (paid)
- 3% 401(k) company contribution
- Company-paid health and protective benefits for employees, partners, and other dependents
- Generous paid Parental Leave
- Competitive family planning benefits for US employees
- Opportunities to learn about the Crypto industry
- Smart, entrepreneurial, and fun colleagues
- Free daily snacks and weekly breakfasts/lunches
- Employee Resource Groups
- Free coaching and counseling sessions through Headspace
Questions about this role
What is the remote work policy for this role?
This is a remote position, and the company offers hybrid/flexible working arrangements.
What level of experience is required for this position?
Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in a quantitative or engineering role at a financial institution.
What are the core technical skills needed for this role?
Proficiency in Python is required, and familiarity with platforms like Beacon, SecDb, Athena, or Quartz is a strong plus. Experience with SQL is also beneficial.
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