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Quantitative Trader (Associate/VP) - Onchain Trading

GalaxyNew York, NYTrading
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Salary
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Job type
Full-time
Posted
27 May 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

Galaxy is seeking a Quantitative Trader (Associate/VP) to join the Onchain Trading team in New York, NY. This technically deep, high-ownership role is ideal for a quantitative professional looking to shape algorithmic strategies, decentralized finance, and protocol-level market structure.

Role Overview

The Quantitative Trader position focuses on the intersection of algorithmic strategy, decentralized finance, and protocol-level market structure. The professional in this role will contribute across the entire trading lifecycle, from designing automated strategies and building risk infrastructure to managing protocol relationships and structuring liquidity agreements.

Key Responsibilities

Build and maintain risk monitoring systems and capital allocation algorithms for the onchain curator program.
Contribute to quantitative frameworks for position sizing, exposure management, and drawdown controls across DeFi protocols.
Support real-time portfolio risk tracking across multiple chains and venues.
Design and operate bespoke trading strategies across DeFi protocols, including automated market makers, lending markets, perpetuals, and structured products.
Identify and exploit structural inefficiencies in on-chain markets, liquidity pools, and token incentive mechanisms.
Monitor deployed strategies and manage operational incidents across multiple blockchains.
Assist in the design and negotiation of custom liquidity provision agreements with protocols, DAOs, and ecosystem funds.
Support the structuring of incentive arrangements, token agreements, and liquidity mining programs while tracking performance against agreed terms.
Leverage AI tools such as generative AI, automation platforms, and data copilots to improve productivity and decision-making.

Requirements

2 to 5 years of experience in quantitative trading, systematic strategy research, or algorithmic development.
Solid Python programming skills, including experience building data pipelines, backtests, or trading tools.
Keen interest in exploring and working with new technologies.
Deep contract-level knowledge of decentralized finance protocol mechanics like automated market makers and lending markets.
Understanding of blockchain infrastructure and on-chain data.
A degree in a quantitative field such as Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or Physics.

Skills and Tools

Python
Automated Market Makers (AMMs) like Uniswap, Curve, and Orca
Lending markets like Aave and Morpho
Blockchain infrastructure and on-chain data analysis tools
Generative AI and data automation platforms

Salary and Benefits

Base salary range of $150,000 to $200,000 USD, determined by candidate experience, expertise, and local market
Total compensation philosophy consisting of a competitive base salary, annual bonus, and equity incentives
Hybrid and flexible working arrangements with flexible paid time off
3% 401(k) company contribution
Company-paid health and protective benefits for employees, partners, and dependents
Generous paid parental leave and competitive family planning benefits for US employees
Free daily snacks, weekly breakfasts and lunches, and free coaching and counseling sessions through Headspace

About the Company

Galaxy Digital Inc. is a global leader in digital assets and data center infrastructure that connects institutions to digital assets through trading, advisory, asset management, staking, self-custody, and tokenization. Headquartered in New York City with international offices, Galaxy fosters a culture of builders and overachievers who value transparency, independent decision-making, and high performance.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should visit the official Galaxy careers page or website to apply for this position.

Skills and tech stack

Python

Questions candidates ask

What is the location of this job?

This position is located in New York, NY, with hybrid and flexible working arrangements available.

What is the salary range for the Quantitative Trader role?

The base salary ranges from $150,000 to $200,000 USD, supplemented by an annual bonus and equity incentives.

How many years of experience are required?

The company looks for candidates with 2 to 5 years of experience in quantitative trading, systematic strategy research, or algorithmic development.

What programming languages are required?

Solid Python programming skills are required, including experience building data pipelines, backtests, or trading tools.

What educational background is needed?

Candidates must hold a degree in a quantitative field such as Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or Physics.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Galaxy careers page.

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