Head of ML / Head of Quant Research (Crypto Trading)

We are looking for a Head of ML / Head of Quant Research to take full ownership of developing and scaling machine learning trading strategies in crypto markets (Spot / Perpetuals). You will take over a live, operating production ML trading system with existing Capital Under Management and lead a dedicated research team. Key Responsibilities Full Ownership: Take complete control of the research pipeline, model architecture, signal generation, and risk limits. Alpha Generation: Design, backtest, and deploy new profitable ML models and quantitative trading strategies. Execution & Scaling: Optimize execution algorithms, refine live strategy performance, and scale capital under management. Leadership: Lead, mentor, and grow a team of quant researchers and developers. Requirements Education & Mathematical Background: Degree in CS / Math / Data Science from a top-tier university (MIPT, HSE, MSU, SPbSU, ITMO, YSDA, or international equivalents). Strong foundation in probability, statistics, linear algebra, and algorithms. Tech Stack & Hard Skills: Python (NumPy, Numba). PyTorch or JAX (for the ML track) OR advanced backtesting/quantitative modeling frameworks (for the Quant track). Proven track record of developing profitable ML models or quantitative trading strategies in production. Nice to Have: Experience in crypto/HFT/algorithmic trading (Order Book dynamics, L2/L3 data, funding rate arbitrage, liquidations). Proficiency in C++ (reading, profiling, and optimizing per