
Wintermute · London
About Wintermute Wintermute is a technology unicorn and one of the largest algorithmic trading companies, specialising in digital assets. We provide liquidit...
About Wintermute
Wintermute is a technology unicorn and one of the largest algorithmic trading companies, specialising in digital assets. We provide liquidity across most cryptocurrency exchanges and trading platforms, a broad range of OTC trading solutions as well as supporting high profile blockchain projects and traditional financial institutions moving into crypto. Wintermute also has a Wintermute Ventures arm that invests in early stage DeFi projects.
Wintermute was founded in 2017 and has successfully navigated industry cycles. Culturally, we combine the best of the two worlds: the technology standards of high-frequency trading firms in traditional markets and the innovative and entrepreneurial culture of technology startups. At Wintermute, we believe in the innovative potential of blockchain, the fundamental innovations, we have a long-term view on the digital asset market and are taking a leadership position in building an innovative and compliant market. You can read more here.
Working at Wintermute
You are an experienced quantitative researcher with existing mid-frequency (MFT) or short-term alpha strategies in crypto markets.
You will leverage Wintermute's sophisticated research, backtesting, and execution infrastructure to adapt and scale your strategies to crypto markets as well as work closely with our quant, trading, and development teams to refine models and explore new opportunities across a range of cryptocurrencies.
About Man Group Man Group is a global alternative investment management firm focused on pursuing outperformance for sophisticated clients via our Systematic, Discretionary and Solutions offerings. Powered by talent and advanced technology, our single and multi-manager investment strategies are underpinned by deep research and span public and private markets, across all major asset classes, with a significant focus on alternatives. Man Group takes a partnership approach to working with clients, establishing deep connections and creating tailored solutions to meet their investment goals and those of the millions of retirees and savers they represent. Headquartered in London, we manage $228.7 billion* and operate across multiple offices globally. Man Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange under the ticker EMG.LN and is a constituent of the FTSE 250 Index. Further information can be found at www.man.com At Man Group, we respect your privacy and we are committed to protecting and safeguarding your Personal Data. We have developed policies and processes which are designed to provide for the security and integrity of your Personal Data. We are committed to Processing your Personal Data fairly and lawfully, and being open and transparent about such Processing. For further information on how we process your data, please see the privacy notice for applicants here * As at 31 March 2026 Algo Research Team: The Algo Research team is responsible for alpha research across a wide range of time-scales (from high frequency to days), design of monetisation/execution algos and market impact modelling across all major asset classes (including Cash Equities, Futures, FX, Options). We work in close collaboration with various systematic research teams across Man Group to maximise realised P&L of strategies. Algo Research is one of the key focus areas for Man. We are looking for a Quantitative Researcher with a primary focus on Cash Equities whose responsibilities will include: * Creating high quality intraday predictive alpha signals in cash equities on the scale of minutes to hours * Applying ML techniques to alpha research * In-depth market impact modelling * Solving optimal execution optimization problems * Identifying highest P&L opportunities * Close collaboration with researchers across Man Systematic Technology and Business Skills: Essential * 3+ years of work experience on the Buy side * Experience building intraday alpha for cash equities markets * Deep understanding of statistics/ML and an ability to apply it to real world problems * Expertise in a high-level programming language such as Python * Exceptional analytical skills; recognised by peers as an expert in their domain * Ability to conduct research independently as well as work as part of a larger team and manage multiple stakeholders Advantageous * Knowledge of market structure, participants, trading venues and microstructure of at least one of the major asset classes * Understanding of Market Impact modelling * Experience working on optimization and modelling optimal control problems * Experience with handling large data sets and tick data Personal Attributes * PhD or exceptional Master’s / Bachelor’s qualification in a quantitative subject * Intellectual integrity with a keenly analytic approach to problem solving * Ability to deliver projects with high commercial value * Hands-on attitude; willing to get involved with technology and projects across the firm * Self-organised, with the ability to effectively manage time across multiple projects and with competing business demands and priorities * Strong interpersonal skills, establish and maintain a close working relationship with quantitative researchers, technologists, traders and senior business people alike * Confident communicator, able to challenge a point concisely and deal positively with conflicting views Inclusion, Work-Life Balance and Benefits at Man Group You'll thrive in our working environment that champions equality of opportunity. Your unique perspective will contribute to our success, joining a workplace where inclusion is fundamental and deeply embedded in our culture and values. Through our external and internal initiatives, partnerships and programmes, you'll find opportunities to grow, develop your talents, and help foster an inclusive environment for all across our firm and industry. Learn more at www.man.com/diversity. You'll have opportunities to make a difference through our charitable and global initiatives, while advancing your career through professional development, and with flexible working arrangements available too. Like all our people, you'll receive two annual 'Mankind' days of paid leave for community volunteering. Our comprehensive benefits package includes competitive holiday entitlements, pension/401k, life and long-term disability coverage, group sick pay, enhanced parental leave and long-service leave. Depending on your location, you may also enjoy additional benefits such as private medical coverage, discounted gym membership options and pet insurance. Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Man Group provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and all employees without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, religion, disability, sex, gender identity and expression, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, age or any other legally protected category or status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Man Group is a Disability Confident Committed employer; if you require help or information on reasonable adjustments as you apply for roles with us, please contact TalentAcquisition@man.com.
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