BUILD WITH US
We're not building a big team — we're building the right team.
Join us if you want extreme ownership, zero bureaucracy, and direct impact on PnL in a once-in-a-generation market.
Why Join?
Direct Impact
Your research or code will directly impact PnL. No layers of management or bureaucracy.
Elite Environment
Work with elite traders, engineers, and operators building something enduring.
Take full responsibility for your work and see immediate results in a fast-moving environment.
Build something enduring in a once-in-a-generation market with proper funding and vision.
Open Positions
Quantitative Trader
Responsibilities
- •This is a full-time on-site role for a Quantitative Trader at Icon Trading located in New York, NY.
- •The Quantitative Trader will be responsible for market making, developing trading strategies, trading execution, and market analytics on a day-to-day basis.
Requirements
- •Prior experience in crypto trading, preferably algorithmic
- •World-class coding skills, or world-class AI using skills 😉
- •Experience in trading and executing trades
- •A strong understanding of financial markets and instruments, ideally in crypto
- •Bachelor's degree in CS, Math, or engineering, drop-out is fine too
Quantitative Researcher
As a Quantitative Researcher, you’ll drive strategy development from idea to production. You’ll research alpha signals, build models, and launch live strategies fast. You’ll work side-by-side with engineers and traders in a flat, highly technical environment, where your work goes live in hours. You’ll have full ownership over your models and their performance.
Responsibilities
- •Research and build predictive signals across CEX and DeFi markets
- •Design and implement short-term trading strategies (from milliseconds to minutes)
- •Analyze market microstructure to uncover inefficiencies and edge
- •Backtest, simulate, and refine models across high-frequency and mid-frequency regimes
- •Collaborate closely with engineering to productionize strategies
- •Optimize performance with rigorous data analysis and risk frameworks
Requirements
- •Experience in quantitative research, ideally in trading or HFT
- •Strong Python skills (bonus: Rust, C++)
- •Solid grasp of statistics, probability, and time-series modeling
- •Experience working with tick data, blockchain data, or alternative data sources
- •Familiarity with DeFi protocols, DEXs, and smart contract mechanics
- •BS/MS/PhD in a technical field (Math, CS, Physics, etc.) — or equivalent real-world experience
How to Apply
Simple Process
Email your resume or portfolio directly to our team. No lengthy forms or corporate bureaucracy.
Fast Response
We move quickly and will get back to you within 48 hours if there's a potential fit.
join@icontrading.com
Include your resume, portfolio (if applicable), and a brief note about why you're interested in Icon Trading.
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