Quantitative Researcher in City of London

About Keyrock

Founded in 2017, Keyrock is a leading digital asset market maker with 200+ team members globally, representing 42 nationalities. We trade across 80+ exchanges and run desks in market making, options, OTC, and DeFi. We’re known for our tech-first approach, Rust-based trading systems, and for actively shaping the future of digital asset markets.

The Opportunity

Keyrock is expanding its Algorithmic MM desk and we’re looking for a Quantitative Researcher based out of Europe (remote working possibility) to contribute to the P&L of the team. This is an exciting opportunity to leverage your passion for markets and innovative problem-solving in the fast‑paced world of high‑frequency systematic trading in crypto. You’ll be exposed to cutting‑edge trading strategies within a growing and evolving market landscape, with additional layers of complexity that create opportunities for solving technical challenges with innovative solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and develop alpha‑generating signals.
• Build statistical models and ML frameworks.
• Collaborate with developers and traders on strategy implementation.
• Add value across the profit pipeline including alpha generation, inventory management, risk management, execution and strategy logic.

Experience, Skills & Qualifications

• 3+ years quantitative research experience within a HFT/MFT systematic environment.
• Advanced degree in quantitative field preferred (Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Engineering).
• Python expertise with proven research track record.
• Critical thinker and data‑driven decision maker.
• Entrepreneurial drive.
• Experience with market‑leading modelling and learning methods.
• Experience with the high performance requirements of HFT and understanding of how systems need to adapt to compete at low latencies.
• Experience in both traditional finance (TradFi) and cryptocurrency markets is highly desirable.
• Elevated communication skills and fluency in English to be able to work effectively with globally distributed teams.

Our Recruitment Philosophy

We value self‑awareness and powerful communication skills in our recruitment process. We seek fiercely passionate people who understand themselves and their career goals. We’re after those with the right skills and a conscious choice to join our field. The perfect fit? A crypto enthusiast who’s driven, collaborative, acts with ownership and delivers solid, scalable outcomes.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation with clear potential for upside as you grow your impact.
• Remote‑first setup with flexibility (core coverage expected for your trading region).
• A global, collaborative and tech‑driven environment.
• Autonomy & Impact – our flat structure means you can contribute your ideas from day one and help shape the foundation that will power Keyrock’s future business.
• Culture of Excellence – we value nimbleness, drive for success, owner mentality and collaboration.
• Excellent benefits: Private healthcare with dental, WFA (Work from Away) policy, 25 days leave + National holidays, annual team and company‑wide offsite to exciting locations.

As an employer we are committed to building a positive and collaborative work environment. We welcome employees of all backgrounds, and hire, reward and promote entirely based on merit and performance. Due to the nature of our business and external requirements, we perform background checks on all potential employees, passing which is a prerequisite to join Keyrock.

For more information, visit https://keyrock.com/careers/.