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# DeFi Quant Developer

- **Company:** Fmr LLC
- **Location:** Boston, MA, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $97,000 - $185,000
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Algorithmic Trading, Computer Programming, Relational Databases, Database Queries, Digital Assets, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, NumPy, Software Engineering, Git, Pandas, Scikit Learn, Information Technology, Optimization Algorithms, Programming Languages
- **Published:** October 28, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=dda20e475c75b226

## About the Role

* Existing knowledge of public Blockchains and DeFi protocols such as DEXs, lending, or derivatives platforms with a desire to become a subject matter expert
 * Strong Python programming skills and experience with libraries like Pandas, Numpy, and Scikit-Learn
 * Working knowledge of the principles of machine learning, classification models, time series regression and stochastic calculus
 * Understanding of relational database concepts and experience writing SQL queries
 * Working knowledge of Git

Communication and Collaboration

 * Strong written and verbal communication skills
 * Comfort working independently while collaborating across teams

Experience and Background

 * 3-5 years of experience in digital assets, DeFi, fintech, crypto-native organizations or research firms or a related field
 * BSc / MSc / PhD degree in Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or another quantitative field

Nice to Have (Not Required)

 * Background or experience in algorithmic trading
 * Familiarity with programming in RUST

## Description

As a quant developer you will conduct deep research on protocols, primitives and on-chain strategies using advanced scientific modelling, machine learning and other quantitative methods through the design, development and implementation of core quantitative research infrastructure. In this role, you will bring and apply an engineering mindset and a practical skill set to implement research, test code and deliver sophisticated mini projects that will help us gain an edge in an increasingly competitive DeFi marketplace.

Research and Analysis of Financial Data

 * Conduct in-depth research on financial data and emerging DeFi infrastructure to identify exploitable patterns, trends, and yield-generating opportunities.
 * Utilize quantitative techniques, machine learning, and related data science methods to process large financial datasets.
 * Collaborate with other quant researchers and DeFi analysts to turn research findings into actionable insights.

Model Development and Maintenance

 * Design, implement, and maintain quantitative models for various use-cases.
 * Research, evaluate and explore risk management and optimization algorithms.
 * Develop software in Python (and other programming languages) that processes, analyzes, and predicts market behaviors.
 * Continuously re-train and backtest models based on market performance and new data.

Collaboration

 * Work closely with other quantitative researchers, technologists, and other stakeholders to integrate DeFi strategies into our broader research framework.
 * Participate in regular meetings, code sharing, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure alignment between research and our overall business objectives.