Chief Technology Officer (CTO) - Crypto in SWITZERLAND

PLEASE READ ALL THE DESCRIPTION BELOW EXTREMELY WELL BEFORE APPLYING. ONLY APPLY IF YOU TRULY AGREE WITH THE VISION AND AGREE WITH WHAT WE ARE AIMING TO BUILD.

Key Information:

Position: CTO - Crypto

Location: Remote

Stage of the company: Early Stage.

Compensation: At the moment nobody is receiving any compensation, as mentioned we are in early stages. Compensation will be in the form of performance-based incentives & profit sharing.

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

Finex Labs is a pioneering force in technological innovation within the financial sector, specializing in the development of state-of-the-art quantitative trading algorithms for the cryptocurrency market. Our capabilities, however, extend far beyond algorithms. We provide bespoke technology solutions tailored to the specific needs of a diverse clientele, including enterprises, ultra-high-net-worth individuals (UHNWI), and Family Offices.

Responsibilities

• Algorithm Design & Implementation: Lead the development, testing, implementation, deployment and optimization of quantitative trading algorithms, leveraging patterns in market behavior, machine learning, AI, and advanced statistical techniques to exploit market inefficiencies.
• Market Analysis: Analyze market data, market micro-structure, and alternative data sources to identify trading opportunities.
• Feature Engineering & Model Creation: Engineer features and create sophisticated machine learning models to enhance trading strategies.
• Backtesting & Live Trading: Conduct thorough backtesting of trading strategies and compare results with live trading performance to refine approaches.
• Analytical Computations: Contribute to and expand libraries of analytical computations to support market data analysis and trading activities.
• Exchange Simulation: Develop, augment, and calibrate exchange simulators to test and optimize trading strategies.
• Technology Infrastructure: Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of robust, scalable, and secure technology infrastructure, ensuring high performance and reliability.
• Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of quantitative trading strategies, machine learning, AI, and advanced statistical techniques. Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C#, C++, Java, Solidity, Rust, and others.
• Cybersecurity: Strong background in cybersecurity principles and practices, with a proven ability to implement and maintain secure technology environments.

Qualifications

• Winner of hackathons (preferred but not mandatory)
• Educational Background (preferred but not mandatory): Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD degree from a top-tier university in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related STEM field.
• Trading Experience: Proven qualitative algorithmic trading, particularly within the cryptocurrency market.
• Experience creating algorithmic trading strategies for crypto exchanges: Binance, Bybit and OKX
• Technical Proficiency: Expertise in back-testing, simulation, and statistical techniques such as auto-regression, auto-correlation, and Principal Component Analysis (PCA).
• Data Analysis Skills: Strong data-mining and analysis skills, including experience with large datasets and tick data.
• Modeling Expertise: Familiarity with signal generation and statistical models, with a demonstrated ability to apply these in a trading context.
• Programming Skills: Advanced programming skills in Python, C#, C++, Java, Solidity, Rust with the ability to develop robust trading systems.
• Leadership Skills: Demonstrated leadership capabilities with a track record of building and managing high-performing technology teams.
• Strategic Vision: Ability to develop and execute a strategic technology vision that aligns with the overall goals of the firm.
• Entrepreneurial Spirit: Self-motivated, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, early-stage startup environment.
• Infrastructure Knowledge: Extensive experience with cloud-based infrastructure, high-frequency trading systems, DeFi protocols, and data management platforms.

Why Join Us?

• Remote Flexibility: Work remotely from anywhere in the world or join us in our office.
• Profit Share: While there is no fixed salary at the moment, you will receive a share of the profits, aligning your success directly with the success of the firm.
• Collaborative Environment: Be part of a collaborative and innovative team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of crypto trading.
• Growth Opportunity: Take on a leadership role with significant impact and the opportunity to shape the future.

If you are a forward-thinking CTO with a passion for the crypto space and a desire to drive innovation, we want to hear from you. Join us in creating the next generation of trading strategies and redefine the future of digital asset investment.